Blog Catalogue

Welcome to the Thread Collective Blog!

Step into our hub of creativity and craftsmanship! The Thread Collective blog is your go-to source for a variety of engaging articles neatly sorted into different categories. Whether you're an experienced artist or just getting started, we've got something for everyone. Discover the art of weaving, the magic of spinning, the world of yarns, the fun of felting, the cozy realm of crochet and knitting, the basics of fiber preparation and carding, and the timeless beauty of needlecraft and embroidery!

WEAVING

• Introduction to Weaving

• What are the Different Weaving Loom Types?
• Getting Your First Loom: A Beginner's Guide to Choosing a Weaving Loom
• Understanding Yarn Count in Weaving
• Novelty Yarns for Weaving
• Tips for Proper Loom Maintenance: Keeping Your Equipment in Top Shape
• Weaving for Mindfulness: The Therapeutic Benefits of Fibre Arts
• How to Run a Weaving Workshop: A Hands-On Approach to Learning
• Weaving Techniques
• A Beginner's Guide to Finishing Your Handwoven Projects
• The Essential Guide to Basic Weave Structures
• Crackle Weave: Exploring Weave Structures for Intermediate Weavers
• Weaving for Kids
• Introducing Your Child to Weaving
• DIY Cardboard Loom: Weaving for Kids

• Rigid Heddle Weaving

• Getting Started with Rigid Heddle Weaving
• What is the Difference Between a Rigid Heddle Loom and a Table Loom?
• Know the Difference: Rigid Heddle Looms, Knitters Looms, and SampleIt Looms
• Selecting Yarn and Reeds for Your Rigid Heddle Loom
• Using Novelty Yarns on the Rigid Heddle Loom

• Table Loom Weaving

• Choosing a Table Loom: What to Consider and Where to Buy
• How to Start Weaving on a Table Loom: The Complete Beginner's Guide
• What is the Difference Between a Rigid Heddle Loom and a Table Loom?

• Floor Loom Weaving

• Choosing Your First Floor Loom: Tips for Choosing the Best Loom
• Top 10 Items to Take Your Floor Loom Weaving to the Next Level
• Exploring the Differences between Countermarch, Counterbalance, and Jack Looms
• Weaving on a Big Loom: Floor Loom Weaving Project Ideas

• Inkle Loom Weaving

• The Complete Inkle Loom Weaving for Beginners Guide
• Introduction to Card Weaving
• The Inkle Loom Face-Off: Ashford vs Schacht Detailed Review

• Tapestry Weaving

• Tapestry Weaving for Beginners: Getting Started with Tapestry and Frame Loom Weaving
• Weaving Tapestry: A Deeper Dive

• Weaving Tools & Accessories

• Weaving Shuttles: A Beginner's Guide to the Different Types of Weaving Shuttles and How to Use Them
• Using Texsolv Heddles: A Quick Guide for Weavers
• Selecting Yarn and Reeds for Your Rigid Heddle Loom
• Warping Your Loom: The Different Tools Explained
• Warping Your Loom: The Different Methods Explained

SPINNING

• Choosing a Spinning Wheel for Your Fibre Arts Journey
• Wool Spinning for Beginners: 3 Things You Need to Know Before You Start Spinning Wool 
• E-Spinners: What Are They and When Would I Use Them? 
• Understanding Spinning Wheel Ratios for Beginners
• What is the Difference Between Scotch Tension and Irish Tension Spinning Wheels?
• What are the Different Types of Drop Spindles?
• A Technical Comparison Between Some Common Spinning Wheel Types
• The Difference Between Single-Drive and Double-Drive Spinning Wheels
• Spinning Wheel Maintenance Tips: How to Maintain Your Spinning Wheel for Longevity
• Introduction to Plying Techniques
• Portable Spinning Wheels: The Ultimate Guide for On-the-Go Crafters

FIBRE

• Ethical Wool Production
• Superwash versus Non-Superwash Yarns
• What is the Difference between Mercerised and Non-Mercerised Cotton?

FIBRE PREPARATION & CARDING

• Drum Carders: Your Ultimate Guide to Getting Started with Carding Fibre
• Mastering the Art of Fibre Carding: Understanding Carding Cloth TPI
• Preparing Fibre for Spinning  

YARNS

• What is the Difference Between Weaving and Knitting Yarns
• Plant-Based Yarns: Using Gifts from Nature in Weaving, Knitting, and Crochet
• Introduction to Weaving with Linen Yarn
• Macrame for Beginners: How to Choose the Right Macrame String, Rope, or Cord
• How to Choose the Right Silk Yarn for Your Next Project
• Understanding Yarn Count in Weaving
• Cotton Yarns: An Introduction to Weaving with Cotton
• Novelty Yarns for Weaving
• Using Novelty Yarns on the Rigid Heddle Loom
• Sustainable Stitching: How Ethical Yarn Choices Impact Our Planet

FELTING

• Types of Felting Explained
• Expanded - What is Felting and What Can You Do With It?
• The Art of Crafting with Felting Needles: A Complete Guide for Craft Enthusiasts
• History and Techniques of Nuno Felting

CROCHET & KNITTING

• Learning Crochet: What is the Best Yarn for Beginners?
• Understanding Crochet Thread Sizes 
• 10 Knitting Terms Every Beginner Should Know
• Trendsetting in Textiles: Upcoming Knitting and Crochet Trends in 2024

NEEDLECRAFT & EMBROIDERY

• Best Threads for Hand Embroidery: A Guide for Beginners
• Crafting with Needles: A Guide to Beginning Embroidery
• Omanik Factory Quantum Frames V.22: What to Expect

DYEING

• Introduction to Dyeing: A Beginner’s Guide to Hand-Dyeing Yarn
• A Step-by-Step Guide on Hand-Dyeing Yarns

CRAFTS

• The Ultimate Guide to Crafting in Public