This blanket is woven in plain weave, the simplest of woven structures. It utilizes DOUBLE WEAVE and COLOUR AND WEAVE for an engaging weave and fascinating blanket.

DOUBLE WIDTH Double width falls under the umbrella of double weave, a structure that produces two layers of cloth on one warp. To achieve double width, the layers are separated on one selvedge and joined on the other. This creates one piece of cloth that when taken off the loom, unfolds to double the width of what it is on the loom.

COLOUR AND WEAVE creates pattern by varying colour in the warp and weft. This blanket’s warp is threaded in four patterns while the weft is treadled in six variations. The resulting blanket creates twenty one different patterns, each carefully placed for an overall balanced design.

This bold blanket’s design inspiration stems from the beloved Canadian poet and musician Leonard Cohen. Like Cohen’s art, a simple structure is taken to it’s extremities to create an object that invites wonder and examination of its complexities

The instructions in this booklet will set you up for weaving one blanket.

Finished Dimensions approximately 45 × 65” after wet finishing.

LEVEL : Intermediate to Difficult. This project is rated intermediate as the warp has some irregular threading patterns. Weaving the blanket involves weaving two different layers and using two shuttles.

Tools Needed (not included) -Four shaft loom with minimum four treadles. Minimum 30” weaving width, 6 dent reed, shuttle & bobbins, fringe twister, large darning needle.

Instructions - 6 page instructional booklet to guide you step by step through the process of weaving. The booklet includes a weaving draft, as well as written step by step instructions. There are tips for success with two shuttle weaving, avoiding skips, consistent tension and more. Finishing steps of weft securing, fringe twisting and wet finishing are included. While there is a complete draft with warp design information, the booklet does not cover how to wind a warp or how to dress a loom.

Digital Download Only - Instant digital download, prints easily onto 8.5 x 11” paper.

Fibre NOT Included: To complete one blanket, weavers will need worsted weight yarn. We used Briggs and Little HERITAGE: Dark Grey x 6 and Washed White x 5 skeins.