Study Group: Drawloom

The Drawloom Study group was created to study more complex weaves using two sets of shafts at the same time. Using the two harness drawloom, one set of shafts weaves the background, and the other set weaves the pattern images. The guild currently owns a large Swedish loom which has a drawloom pattern shaft attachment that includes 20 pattern shafts and 4-6 ground shafts. This allows the weaver to create multiple and more complex shapes. Because of the larger loom size and a longer time to warp a drawloom, the opportunity to have a community loom is not only more economical but more enjoyable working and learning with others. Some experience in weaving is beneficial before weaving on the drawloom. Nonetheless, all are welcome to learn more about this loom and schedule your time to weave on the community warp. These meetings are

Meeting time change: As of January 2026, the Drawloom Study Group will meet 10-12 on the 4th Friday of the month.

Contact: Susan Schmieman

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Drawloom Study Group Latest News

After Christmas the pattern heddles will be rearranged to a simpler pattern. This is to encourage more participation from members new to weaving on the drawloom. The new year will be a good time to stretch your weaving wings and try something new. A Valentine or springtime theme is easier to incorporate into your patterns than you might think. Anyone who has woven on a drawloom will tell you; it is much easier than it looks. So don’t let the imposing appearance of the loom itself intimidate you. If you can weave on a floor loom, weaving with a drawloom will not be difficult.

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