Learning to Weave | Deborah Chandler

Whether you’re standing at the loom for the first time or ready to deepen your understanding of structure and design, Learning to Weave by Deborah Chandler is a trusted weaving book. It will guide you step by step through warping, weaving techniques, draft reading, pattern planning, and more. 

Written in a friendly, instructional voice and richly illustrated with diagrams and photographs, beginners will find reassurance as they learn the basics of loom setup and weaving technique, while more experienced weavers will appreciate the depth of coverage in areas like drafting, weave structures, and project planning. From your first warp to understanding twills, doubleweave, honeycomb, and block theory, this book builds knowledge that lasts a lifetime. 

Key Features & Benefits

Step-by-Step Learning – Clear lessons that walk you through warping, weaving, sett, and project planning.
Comprehensive Coverage – From basic techniques to advanced weave structures like twills and doubleweave.
Illustrated Guidance – Diagrams and photos make complex topics accessible.
Useful for All Levels – Equally valuable for true beginners and seasoned weavers seeking to refine their craft.
Classic Reference – A weaving text that’s stayed in print for over 30 years because of its depth and clarity.

What You’ll Learn

• Loom parts and terminology

• Multiple warping methods (front-to-back, back-to-front)

• Reading and designing weaving drafts

• Plain weave variations and twills

• Lace weaves, block theory, and overshot basics

• Project planning, sett calculations, and troubleshooting

• How yarn choice affects structure and texture

Specifications

• Author: Deborah Chandler

• Format: Paperback (Revised edition)

• Pages: 232

• Publisher: Interweave Press / Krause Craft

• ISBN: 9781596681392

• Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate

• Use: Step-by-step weaving instruction + reference

• Includes: Diagrams, photographs, structured lessons

Why We Love It

Some books tell you what to weave — this one teaches you how weaving works. It demystifies warping, makes sense of weave drafts, and gives you the tools to approach the loom with confidence.