How to Weave eTextiles
Way back in April 2012 I was writing an article on how to weave LEDs into a conductive thread warp. I was frustrated that I couldn’t share the progress on the interwebz. In my tech world I support open...
View ArticleWinding a New Warp
The warp threads are the long threads that feed thru the heddles of the loom. They are the 1 and 0’s of the fabric computer and create the pattern in the fabric. the vertical purple cotton threads is...
View ArticleNo more warp thread!
At 11 PM last night I realized I didn’t have enough of the orange tencel to complete the last 3 inches of this warp. So I went to bed. in the morning’s light I’ve selected a few options from my stash....
View ArticleWeaving Double Cloth
Doubleweave on the loom The fabric’s weft is a variety of novelty fabrics of varying weights. Detail
View ArticleWeaving lab at FIDM
Did you know the students at Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles learn how to weave? Neither did I. Each loom in this lab is warped with a different weave structure. The...
View ArticleWeaving with Conductive Thread and LEDs
Detail of how I use conductive thread strung with crimping beads in the warp to insert and secure the thru hole quadrate LEDs.
View ArticleSupplies for Weaving eTextiles
The right tools help make the project a success: Aligator Clips, wire cutters, pliers, LEDs, battery holder, yarns, and crimping beads. More Information about weaving with conductive thread, LEDs, and...
View ArticleHandspun Conductive Thread
Way way back in 2010 I was working on a competition piece for the Handweavers Guild of America conference and wanted to improve the aesthetics and durability of the conductive thread I was using. Syne...
View ArticlePiranha LEDs
Change up the aesthetics of your blink and bling with these square light emitting diodes. They’re great for weaving! Two of the leads will be positive and two negative. You’ll be able to identify...
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