Cotton bouclé asks a little more from the weaver than a smooth cotton yarn.
Its textured surface can catch on neighbouring threads while winding, clear sheds can sometimes take a little extra encouragement, and tension requires a bit more attention. But it also creates wonderfully soft, absorbent towels that get fluffier every time they are washed.
For me, that makes bouclé worth the extra care.
Inspired by my favourite summer drink, these towels will bring summer into your kitchen even on the hottest of days! The weaving itself is simple plain weave, allowing the colour and texture of the yarn to take centre stage.
This pattern includes instructions for two towels woven on the same warp. The first follows a planned colour sequence, while the second gives you the opportunity to experiment and play with colour using the remaining yarn. The result is a pair of towels that coordinate beautifully while still being uniquely their own.
Makes
Two towels, each approximately 18" × 25" finished
Who This Project Is For
This project is suitable for rigid heddle weavers who are comfortable with basic warping and plain weave.
While the weaving itself is straightforward, the bouclé yarn requires a little more patience during warping and winding. If you've never worked with a textured yarn before, don't worry—I walk you through the process and share the tricks I've learned along the way.
If you've been curious about working with bouclé or would like to become more confident using textured yarns, this is a great place to start.
What You Will Learn
how to successfully warp with cotton bouclé
tips for winding textured yarns
colour placement in warp and weft
how colour and texture work together to create visual interest
What You Will Need
Yarn
Four colours of cotton bouclé.
The sample towels I used Maurice Brassard Boucle in:
Limette Pale (#4269)
Jaune Pale (#1512)
Rose Pale (#1768)
Rose Foncé (#1330)
Equipment
24" rigid heddle loom
10 dent reed
2 extra warping sticks
4 shuttles
Standard weaving tools (scissors, tape measure, darning needle, s-hooks, etc.)
Cotton bouclé asks a little more from the weaver than a smooth cotton yarn.
Its textured surface can catch on neighbouring threads while winding, clear sheds can sometimes take a little extra encouragement, and tension requires a bit more attention. But it also creates wonderfully soft, absorbent towels that get fluffier every time they are washed.
For me, that makes bouclé worth the extra care.
Inspired by my favourite summer drink, these towels will bring summer into your kitchen even on the hottest of days! The weaving itself is simple plain weave, allowing the colour and texture of the yarn to take centre stage.
This pattern includes instructions for two towels woven on the same warp. The first follows a planned colour sequence, while the second gives you the opportunity to experiment and play with colour using the remaining yarn. The result is a pair of towels that coordinate beautifully while still being uniquely their own.
Makes
Two towels, each approximately 18" × 25" finished
Who This Project Is For
This project is suitable for rigid heddle weavers who are comfortable with basic warping and plain weave.
While the weaving itself is straightforward, the bouclé yarn requires a little more patience during warping and winding. If you've never worked with a textured yarn before, don't worry—I walk you through the process and share the tricks I've learned along the way.
If you've been curious about working with bouclé or would like to become more confident using textured yarns, this is a great place to start.
What You Will Learn
how to successfully warp with cotton bouclé
tips for winding textured yarns
colour placement in warp and weft
how colour and texture work together to create visual interest
What You Will Need
Yarn
Four colours of cotton bouclé.
The sample towels I used Maurice Brassard Boucle in:
Limette Pale (#4269)
Jaune Pale (#1512)
Rose Pale (#1768)
Rose Foncé (#1330)
Equipment
24" rigid heddle loom
10 dent reed
2 extra warping sticks
4 shuttles
Standard weaving tools (scissors, tape measure, darning needle, s-hooks, etc.)
