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Welcome To Double Weave

A series of online weaving classes, guiding you through the process of double weave on a simple loom

What Is Double Weave?

Double weave is a technique that allows you to weave two layers of weaving at a time on one loom.

Traditionally, it has been used to make cloth of double thickness, with complex reversible patterns.

But it can also be used to make textiles that are twice as wide as the warp on your loom, pieces that are constructed from separate panels, joined together without the need for sewing.

In this series, I’ll show you how to use double weave to make rugs, cushion covers and curtains - and all on very simple loom, that you can make yourself.

Access to The Double Weave Rug Class will open on Friday May 1st

Sign up before then to get this class and the two others in the series at a discounted price

What Is Covered In The Classes?

In these three classes you’ll learn -

  • How to make a simple upright loom

  • How to plan the pattern for each project

  • How to set up your upright loom to weave double weave (with bonus advice for applying these techniques on a rigid heddle or floor loom)

  • How to join together two panels of warp, either at the selvedge or at the hem, while weaving

  • How to improve your weaving technique and fix issues on the loom

  • How to take your rug, cushion and curtain panel off the loom and prepare it for use

Each class contains -

  • 6 pre-recorded videos with subtitles

  • PDF instructions for making your own upright loom

  • Digital guides for weaving each project on a rigid heddle, table or floor loom

  • A PDF workbook with step-by-step instructions, and PDF pattern to follow

Along the way you’ll be able to ask questions and share your work with other students, all in a dedicated community group.

Best of all, once you’ve purchased a class you will have lifetime access to it and can come back to it as many times as you like!

What Loom Should I Use For Double Weave?

The loom I use throughout this entire series is a simple upright rug loom. Detailed instructions on how to make this loom are included in every class.

Instructions are also included for how to weave these projects on rigid heddle and floor looms.

What Tools & Materials Do I Need For Double Weave?

A detailed list of what you’ll need for each class is included at the beginning when you sign up. You can view the tools & materials list below

Where Can I Buy What I Need For Double Weave?

I have put together a dedicated list of stockists and suppliers for my students to order from

When Do The Classes Begin?

The classes are spaced out one per month, to give students time to work through each one. Access to The Double Weave Rug opens on May 1st, access to The Double Weave Cushion opens on June 5th and access to The Double Weave Curtain opens on July 10th

You can opt to sign up to The Double Weave Rug Class by itself, or get all 3 classes together in a discounted bundle

The Double Weave Rug Class - PRE-ORDER
Sale Price: £45.00 Original Price: £60.00

Access to this class will open on Friday 1st May 2026. Sign up before then to get the class at the discounted pre-order price!

EU Customers - please contact me here in order to sign up.

An in-depth online weaving class, showing you how to weave a beautiful, durable rug that is twice the width of the warp on your loom.

In this class you’ll learn -

  • How to make a simple upright loom

  • How to plan your rug pattern

  • How to set up the upright loom to weave double weave (with bonus advice for applying these techniques on a rigid heddle or floor loom)

  • How to weave continuously across two panels of warp, linking them at the selvedge

  • How to improve your weaving technique and fix issues on the loom

  • How to finish your rug off the loom and prepare it for use

Along the way you’ll be able to ask questions and share your work with other students, all in a dedicated community group.

Best of all, you have lifetime access to the class and can come back to it as many times as you like!

Before The Class Begins

When you pre-order the class, you will get an email inviting you to create an account and password for my online course platform - or to log in, if you already have an account.

(Please check your junk mail if you don’t receive this email!)

Once you log in, you’ll find the class in the “Products” section of your dashboard.

You’ll get instant access to -

  • the Welcome section, with a detailed list of what you’ll need for the class and my recommended stockists and suppliers

  • PDF instructions for making your own loom so you can construct this in advance

  • A digital guide to what you’ll need if you want to follow this class on a rigid heddle, table or floor loom

You’ll also get instant access to the Community Group (accessed via the “Community” page on your dashboard)

When The Class Begins

You’ll be notified by email when full access to the class opens on May 1st - you’ll then get access to -

  • Video 1 - Introducing The Double Weave Rug

  • Planning Your Pattern - A Digital Guide

  • Video 2 - Warping The Loom

  • Warping Your Rigid Heddle, Table Or Floor Loom - A Digital Guide

  • Video 3 - Starting To Weave

  • Weaving On Your Rigid Heddle, Table Or Floor Loom - A Digital Guide

  • Video 4 - Weaving & Troubleshooting

  • Video 5 - Taking The Rug Off The Loom

  • Video 6 - Finishing The Rug - Video

  • Downloadable PDF Workbook with step by step instructions from the videos and text from the digital guides

  • Downloadable PDF Template of my rug pattern

All videos are pre-recorded and subtitled. They can be accessed any time after May 1st by logging into my online course platform here

If you have any further questions about this class, please visit my Frequently Asked Questions page

The Double Weave Class Bundle - PRE-ORDER
Sale Price: £120.00 Original Price: £150.00

Access to the first class in the bundle will open on Friday 1st May 2026. Sign up before then to get all three classes at the discounted pre-order price!

EU Customers - please contact me here in order to sign up.

A series of three in-depth online weaving classes, showing you how to use double weave to create beautiful, durable rugs, cushions and curtain panels for your home.

Sign up and get lifetime access to The Double Weave Rug Class, The Double Weave Cushion Class, and The Double Weave Curtain Class.

In these three classes you’ll learn -

  • How to make a simple upright loom

  • How to plan the pattern for each project

  • How to set up the upright loom to weave double weave (with bonus advice for applying these techniques on a rigid heddle or floor loom)

  • How to join together two panels of warp, either at the selvedge or at the hem, while weaving

  • How to improve your weaving technique and fix issues on the loom

  • How to take your rug, cushion and curtain panel off the loom and prepare it for use

Along the way you’ll be able to ask questions and share your work with other students, all in a dedicated community group.

Best of all, you have lifetime access to all three classes and can come back to it as many times as you like!

Before The Classes Begin

When you pre-order the bundle, you will get an email inviting you to create an account and password for my online course platform - or to log in, if you already have an account.

(Please check your junk mail if you don’t receive this email!)

Once you log in, you’ll find the class bundle in the “Products” section of your dashboard.

You’ll get instant access to -

  • the Welcome section, with a detailed list of what you’ll need for each class and my recommended stockists and suppliers

  • PDF instructions for making your own loom so you can construct this in advance

  • A digital guide to what you’ll need if you want to follow this class on a rigid heddle, table or floor loom

You’ll also get instant access to the Community Group (accessed via the “Community” page on your dashboard)

The Double Weave Rug Class

Access to this class will open on Friday 1st May 2026, and you’ll be notified by email. You’ll then get access to -

  • Video 1 - Introducing The Double Weave Rug

  • Planning Your Pattern - A Digital Guide

  • Video 2 - Warping The Loom

  • Warping Your Rigid Heddle, Table Or Floor Loom - A Digital Guide

  • Video 3 - Starting To Weave

  • Weaving On Your Rigid Heddle, Table Or Floor Loom - A Digital Guide

  • Video 4 - Weaving & Troubleshooting

  • Video 5 - Taking The Rug Off The Loom

  • Video 6 - Finishing The Rug - Video

  • Downloadable PDF Workbook with step by step instructions from the videos and text from the digital guides

  • Downloadable PDF Template of my rug pattern

All videos are pre-recorded and subtitled. They can be accessed any time after May 1st by logging into my online course platform here

The Double Weave Cushion Class

Access to this class will open on Friday 5th June 2026, and you’ll be notified by email. You’ll then get access to -

  • Video 1 - Introducing The Double Weave Rug

  • Planning Your Pattern - A Digital Guide

  • Video 2 - Warping The Loom

  • Warping Your Rigid Heddle, Table Or Floor Loom - A Digital Guide

  • Video 3 - Starting To Weave

  • Weaving On Your Rigid Heddle, Table Or Floor Loom - A Digital Guide

  • Video 4 - Weaving & Troubleshooting

  • Video 5 - Taking The Cushion Off The Loom

  • Video 6 - Finishing The Cushion

  • Downloadable PDF Workbook with step by step instructions from the videos and text from the digital guides

  • Downloadable PDF Template of my cushion pattern

All videos are pre-recorded and subtitled. They can be accessed any time after June 5th by logging into my online course platform here

This class will be available to purchase separately from May 1st onwards

The Double Weave Curtain Class

Access to this class will open on Friday 10th July 2026, and you’ll be notified by email. You’ll then get access to -

  • Video 1 - Introducing The Double Weave Curtain

  • Planning Your Pattern - A Digital Guide

  • Video 2 - Warping The Loom

  • Warping Your Rigid Heddle, Table Or Floor Loom - A Digital Guide

  • Video 3 - Starting To Weave

  • Weaving On Your Rigid Heddle, Table Or Floor Loom - A Digital Guide

  • Video 4 - Weaving & Troubleshooting

  • Video 5 - Taking The Curtain Off The Loom

  • Video 6 - Finishing The Curtain

  • Downloadable PDF Workbook with step by step instructions from the videos and text from the digital guides

  • Downloadable PDF Template of my curtain pattern

All videos are pre-recorded and subtitled. They can be accessed any time after July 10th by logging into my online course platform here

This class will be available to purchase separately from June 5th onwards.

If you have any further questions about this class bundle, please visit my Frequently Asked Questions page

Double Weave Classes

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What loom can I use for these classes?

    The loom I am using in every class is a simple upright frame loom. Instructions for how to make this loom are included in each class.

    The instructions can also be adapted to suit other upright looms, or to suit rigid heddle, table and floor looms. Each class includes a digital guide with advice for adapting the project to your loom.

    What tools & materials will I need for these classes?

    For each class you will need some basic weaving tools (a shuttle, bobbin, comb and scissors.) The yarn used in every class is hard-wearing rug wool. Visit my stockists and suppliers page for recommended suppliers in your country.

  • I’m new to weaving - are these classes suitable for beginners?

    Absolutely! These classes are designed for beginners and experienced weavers alike.

    However, I recommend starting with the Double Weave Rug class first, as this is the simplest project, before moving onto more complex classes.

  • I’m in a different timezone - can I still take these classes?

    Of course! While I’m based in the UK, I have customers from all over the world, and these classes are designed with international students in mind. All the content is pre-recorded and there are no live or time-sensitive elements. You can work through the classes at your own pace, wherever you are in the world.


    Are your classes available in other languages?

    Unfortunately, at this point in time my classes are available in English only.

    I'm in the EU. How do I sign up for these classes?

    I have a separate sign up process to ensure EU customers don’t overpay on VAT! Please fill out the contact form here and I will send you a link to sign up.

  • I signed up for a class - how do I access the content?

    When you sign up for a class you should receive an email from me directing you to create an account on my online course platform - or to log in if you already have an account.

    Please check your junk mail if you don’t receive this email!

    In the meantime, you can log in here using the email that you signed up for the class with, and create a new password by clicking “reset password”

    Can I download the classes?

    Each class comes with a downloadable PDF workbook, so you can have step-by-step instructions and notes to hand while weaving. However, the videos themselves cannot be downloaded.

    My videos are hosted on a platform similar to Youtube - if your internet connection is not strong enough to watch Youtube, it will not be strong enough for this course. Please check this before you sign up!

  • When will The Double Weave Cushion and The Double Weave Curtain class be accessible?

    Classes are spaced out one per month, to allow students time to work through them. The Double Weave Cushion Class will open on June 5th and The Double Weave Curtain Class will open on July 10th

    When will The Double Weave Cushion and The Double Weave Curtain class be available to purchase separately?

    Both of these classes will be available to purchase separately one month before their start date. I recommend signing up to the waiting list to be notified when they become available.

    When will new double weave classes become available?

    There are currently seven more Double Weave classes in the works! These will be released in stages throughout 2026 and 2027. I recommend signing up to the waiting list to be notified when new classes are announced.

If you have any more questions about the Double Weave Classes - get in touch!