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Krokbragd Weave Along coming soon!

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Have you heard the news? I am currently working on an exciting weave along! The project is Krokbragd Mug Rugs for rigid heddle loom and I feel like a pig in mud (if you know me at all, you will know how I love krokbragd!)

Because I like to accommodate for weavers of all levels, the weave along will include two methods for weaving the mug rugs. One class will be for those who want to use one heddle, a heddle rod and a pick up stick. Class two will be for those who want to use two heddles. The finished mug rugs will be just the same, but the different methods will give you choices about how to weave them.
The mug rugs are minimal on the yarn, you only need small amounts and limited colours. Because of the interesting designs, you get something pretty awesome looking for a small investment. If you are interested in reading more about Krokbragd, I have written another blog post on this beautiful weave structure. 
This weave along will be for members only. To become a monthly member, visit this link, or to become a yearly member, go here.

You can also read more about the weave along here.

Once you are a member, you have access to the Member’s Community group on Facebook. 

The best way to stay updated is to join my email list.

A full materials list will be available prior to the commencement of the weave along to give everyone the best chance of starting together.

I’m hoping to commence the weave along early to mid August.

I really hope you can join me for this one, it’s going to be so much fun!

What is krokbragd weaving and how do I get started with it?

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Krokbragd weaving has captivated my weaving heart and mind ever since I first laid eyes on it. So, what is it krokbragd? And how is it pronounced?!


Krokbragd is a twill weave structure that originated in Scandinavia/Norway. It is usually (but not exclusively!) woven on 3 shafts and is weft faced (meaning the weft is dominant, covering most of the warp).  I have heard it pronounced in several different ways, from “croak-brod”, to “croak- brog” or “crok – brag”.


This weave structure produces bold and colourful patterns. The  weaving sequence has three simple steps and does not change, so the patterns are formed by changing colours. It’s quite magical!

The more you experiment with krokbragd, the more you feel that the possibilities are really endless.
Because the weft is packed in, krokbragd produces a dense, heavy fabric.
Historically, in Scandinavia, items with this structure were mainly heavy duty pieces such as chair and travel cushions as well as for warmth in the form of bed coverings.
It was also used artistically, mainly for wallhangings. It is likely that some wallhangings served a double purpose of keeping the home more cosy, as hangings were sometimes used as door coverings to keep out cold draughts.
Krokbragd lends itself beautifully to the rigid heddle loom and there are a number of ways you can set up your loom to achieve the three shafts you need for basic krokbragd.
If you find this weave structure as fascinating as I do, you may want to visit my free krokbragd tutorials for the rigid heddle loom on Youtube.
Weaving tulips is lots of fun!

My Krokbragd 101 online course is now available! This is a step by step course that will have you weaving beautiful krokbragd in no time!
Here are some other great krokbragd resources to help you get started:
Until next time…
Happy Weaving!