Expand your weaving repertoire! This subscription box delivers 12 projects in 4 shipments (three projects per box, one box per quarter) from 4 different designers over the course of a year. Each quarter's collection will explore a technique or theme in depth, designed to build your confidence and expertise with your rigid heddle loom.

Here's what each box/quarter includes:

Three patterns, each detailed with extensive step-by-step instructions and process photos
Enough yarn to weave all three projects (Gist in-house lines - Array, Beam, Duet, Dwella, Mallo, Ode, and Sero)
Access to an exclusive Facebook group so you can connect with other weavers working on the projects
Live Q&A with designers once per quarter

The current collection, designed by Sedona Rigsby, is an invitation to take your weaving from Warp to Wear. With these three projects, you'll learn approachable construction techniques to turn handwoven yardage into garments. Sedona will walk you through cutting and joining your fabric using straightforward hand-sewing and basic machine techniques. By the end of this series, you’ll feel equipped to transform your own handwoven projects into simple, wearable pieces.

Sewing is not necessarily required, and if you prefer, each project includes no-sew variations. The designs were created with universality and flexibility in mind, and are intended to work across many bodies as-is.

FAQ

What type of equipment do I need for this?

You will need a 24" (weaving width) rigid heddle loom, 10 and 12-12.5 dent heddles, and stick shuttles or boat shuttles and bobbins.

If I have a 15-20" rigid heddle loom, can I do these projects?

Projects will vary in width, with some requiring up to 24" of weaving width and some requiring less. We aren't able to provide instructions for altering each pattern individually, but if you would like to try and downsize them yourself, you're welcome to give it a go! We have general instructions for resizing patterns here.

How does the subscription box work?

When you sign up, you will be charged $200 for your first box, which will ship immediately. Subsequent boxes (new designer, new projects) will be billed at $200 each on the 10th of April, July, and October, and will ship within a week of your card being charged. The patterns for each box will be delivered via email after each quarterly charge. Shipping is free if you’re in the continental US.

Do you ship internationally?

We sure do! Please note that international customers are responsible to pay for all customs and duties your country charges. We strongly encourage you to find one or a few weaving friends in your home country, and to order all together to save on shipping costs and qualify for flat rate shipping! To do this, choose one person to purchase and pay for the subscription, and have them check out with 2 (or more) subscription boxes at one time.

Can I cancel my subscription?

We think you’re going to enjoy it so much you won’t want to! But yes, if you decide this isn’t right for you for any reason, you are welcome to cancel your subscription at any time. Please note before canceling: if we have a waitlist for the subscription, your spot may be offered to someone else and you may not be able to re-subscribe until space is available.

Can I select different colors?

No, we’ve carefully planned our inventory for the year and cannot accommodate multiple colorway options.

Can I purchase the patterns without the subscription box?

No, these patterns are currently only available as part of the subscription purchase. If inventory allows, we will offer the boxes a la carte later in the year for $225/box.

What skills do I need to complete these patterns?

Before joining this subscription, you should: have a few projects under your belt, be able to warp with multiple colors, and use pick-up sticks.

Can I use a gift certificate to purchase a subscription box?

Sorry, our subscription software isn't compatible with our gift cards. Please save those for a future purchase.

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