Threading & Lifting Plans

Drawing inspiration from the beautiful Japanse stitching technique of sashiko embroidery, I have recently been developing a series of sashiko inspired weave structures over 8, 16 and 32 shafts and in that time I have been asked the following - 

  • How is that possible?

  • Can you tell me how this is achieved?

  • How have you stitched this?

  • Can I buy the pattern? 

Well, now you can find out! Over the past year I have been developing a series of PDFs/JPEGs, 11 in total, of weave structures using one threading plan over 8 shafts that can now be downloaded in various bundles, either individually or as a collection for your to warp, weave and explore! 

Each PDF/JPEG contains an image of the front and back of the woven sample, and comes with general advice, giving clear, colour coded instructions on how enclosed samples have been woven, all include top tips and on the Lifting Plans, there are “Points to Ponder” on how one could develop, combine and view what’s been given on each of the Lifting Plans.

Disclaimer. 

This collection of lifting plans have been designed for those who have a firm grasp of differing weave structures and are not designed for the first time weaver, although I believe I have made them as accessible as possible by seeking feed back and input from a variety of designer makers, including current and former students to make these downloads as accessible as possible. However I have to emphasis they are not designed for beginners or the first time weaver. 

Prior to purchasing and downloading any of these PDF’s/JPEG’s please consider the following 

  • One has a loom that contains at least 8 shafts - either a table or floor loom

  • Whilst not essential it would be desirable if you have access to a second back beam which a fuller explanation in the Threading Plans “Top Tips” section is given as to the why.

    NB - It would be greatfully appreciated if once purchased the plans are not shared privetly or publicly as they has been developed as a way to generate an additional income stream, therefore allowing me to provide a service to others keen to develop their own weave practice within the PickOne studio. Thankyou.

All photography used in the plans is by Noel Shelley