Pros:
- new craft = fun new skill
- could quickly get rid of large amounts of stash yarn that would never be knit/crocheted
- weaving large pieces of fabric is potentially less time consuming than knitting/crocheting
- quicker creation of home decor items (not counting set up & finishing time)
- woven is flatter, Lawrence may like the look better than knit/crocheted things
- learning curve - don't know how steep
- may not have time to practice weaving, may knit/crochet too much instead (like with spinning)
- warping sounds incredibly boring and time consuming
- loom takes up space, especially if getting a stand (closet too full)
- may not have enough table space for loom, so may need a stand
- may end up accumulating large quantities of coned yarn
- don't know much about yet, so could have over-expectations about ease/speed
- no classes nearby that I know of
2 comments:
Hi, I just recently took up weaving too. In my case, it is quicker to weave something than to crochet or knit it, and I'm enjoying it a lot more, too. I have used up a lot of my stash of yarn that doesn't knit or crochet up very well, and I'm really having a lot of fun.
There are classes, but maybe not close to you. There are also a few weaving lists at yahoogroups.com, which are great places.
I have a LeClerc Bergere and an Ashford Knitter's Loom. I love the Knitters Loom; it's so nice and portable and great for scarves and straps. I haven't used the LeClerc yet because I just got it. I also have an antique floor loom (that's what started me on weaving) and a Glimakra table loom. It's definitely something you'll have to be careful about buying supplies for. :)
Good luck whatever you decide!
That's good to hear! I'm really looking forward to it as this weekend I happened to find a used Kromski Harp for sale! :)
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