Planning a Project Archives - Acton Creative https://actoncreative.net/category/planning-a-project/ Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:15:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 Trouble Starting Your Weaving Project? https://actoncreative.net/2026/07/01/trouble-starting-your-weaving-project/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:00:30 +0000 https://actoncreative.net/?p=32738 You're about to start a new weaving project - yay you! You have it all planned out. The yarn is ready. But you just can't bring yourself to start. It's too big. Or it's too complicated. You keep putting it off. We've all been there! This week on A Handwoven Experience I share some tips for [...]

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]]> You’re about to start a new weaving project – yay you! You have it all planned out. The yarn is ready. But you just can’t bring yourself to start. It’s too big. Or it’s too complicated. You keep putting it off. We’ve all been there! This week on A Handwoven Experience I share some tips for getting over trouble starting your weaving project so that you can get back on the loom creating unique, handmade fabric. Happy weaving!

Trouble Starting Your Weaving Project

Show Notes

Need help planning your next weaving project? I’ve got you! This episode of A Handwoven Experience gives you some tips for “Planning Your Weaving Project with Ease”. Click here to watch!

There are many reasons we may put off starting a task or project (weaving or otherwise). The McGraw Center for Teaching and Learning at Princeton University published  an article on the science behind procrastination and included tips to help overcome it. I found the article helpful. Click here to check it out!

Join the Acton Creative Insiders!

Ready to take your weaving to the next level? Become an AC Insider today! Join the Resource Center tier for Weaving Study Hall, free weaving tips, and bonus A Handwoven Experience episodes. Or become a member of the Online Weavers’ Guild and get all of these plus access to monthly meetings, quarterly weaving challenges, and the support and friendship of a community of weavers. Want all of these goodies AND be in-the-know about all things Acton Creative? Join the Founders tier. There’s something for everyone! Click here to learn more.

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]]> 6 Weaving Do’s & Don’ts https://actoncreative.net/2026/06/17/6-weaving-dos-donts/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:00:39 +0000 https://actoncreative.net/?p=32727 When you're starting out, weaving can be amazing and full of possibilities. It can also be overwhelming. How do I manage my edges? What if my tension is off? How do I center my project on my loom? Friends, take a deep breath. I've got you! In this week's episode of A Handwoven Experience I [...]

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]]> When you’re starting out, weaving can be amazing and full of possibilities. It can also be overwhelming. How do I manage my edges? What if my tension is off? How do I center my project on my loom? Friends, take a deep breath. I’ve got you! In this week’s episode of A Handwoven Experience I share my “6 Weaving Do’s & Don’ts”. The bottom line? Don’t stress! As long as you’re throwing a shuttle and making amazing, one-of-a-kind handwoven fabric, you’re golden. Happy weaving!

6 Weaving Do’s & Don’ts

Show Notes

Want more weaving do’s and don’ts? Check out this video from my YouTube channel!

In her Handwoven Magazine piece titled “Loom Weaving is Simple … and Difficult”, Susan E. Horton perfectly illustrates what makes weaving so magical. Click here to check it out.

Free Resources!

Would you look at that? There is an entire collection of FREE weaving resources at your fingertips on the Acton Creative website! Everything from “Parts of a Loom”, to “6 Weaving Patterns”, to the “Beginner’s Guide to Weaving Yarn” – there’s a little something for everyone. Simply click here to pick which one (or all!) will be helpful for you!

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]]> An Introduction to Weaving Inlay https://actoncreative.net/2026/05/13/an-introduction-to-weaving-inlay/ Wed, 13 May 2026 08:00:38 +0000 https://actoncreative.net/?p=32697 Have you ever worked on a project that was perfectly fine, but needed a little something extra? The texture is fine, the colors are lovely, the pattern is good, but something is still missing? A little pop, a little interest, if you will? We've all been there friends. In this episode of A Handwoven Experience [...]

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]]> Have you ever worked on a project that was perfectly fine, but needed a little something extra? The texture is fine, the colors are lovely, the pattern is good, but something is still missing? A little pop, a little interest, if you will?

We’ve all been there friends. In this episode of A Handwoven Experience I give you “An Introduction to Weaving Inlay.” This simple technique can take your project from good to amazing, while opening a new world of creative possibilities. Happy weaving!

An Introduction to Weaving Inlay

Show Notes

“Patterned Inlay on a Plain Weave Background” by Nancy Peterson in Handwoven magazine is chock full of helpful weaving inlay tips. Click here to check it out.

Ready to play with some patterns? My FREE guide to 6 Weaving Patterns is a great place to start. Click here to get your copy.

Join the AC Insiders!

Ready to take your weaving to the next level? Become an AC Insider today! Join the Resource Center tier for Weaving Study Hall, free weaving tips, and bonus A Handwoven Experience episodes. Or become a member of the Online Weavers’ Guild and get all of these plus access to monthly meetings, quarterly weaving challenges, and the support and friendship of a community of weavers. Want all of these goodies AND be in-the-know about all things Acton Creative? Join the Founders tier. There’s something for everyone! Click here for more details.

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]]> Lessons from a Multi-Fiber Warp https://actoncreative.net/2026/05/06/lessons-from-a-multi-fiber-warp/ Wed, 06 May 2026 08:00:14 +0000 https://actoncreative.net/?p=32692 One of the things I love about weaving is that there's always something new to learn. I was perusing my yarn stash recently and wondered: "What if I tried using multiple fibers in my warp?" I had never tried that before, and boy did I learn some things! This week in A Handwoven Experience I [...]

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]]> One of the things I love about weaving is that there’s always something new to learn. I was perusing my yarn stash recently and wondered: “What if I tried using multiple fibers in my warp?” I had never tried that before, and boy did I learn some things! This week in A Handwoven Experience I share some “Lessons from a Multi-Fiber Warp.” Happy weaving!

Lessons from a Multi-Fiber Warp

Show Notes

Mixing and matching different fibers is a great way to add texture and interest to your projects. Find more tips for incorporating different fibers into your weaving projects in this episode of A Handwoven Experience.

New to weaving? The vast array of weaving yarns can be overwhelming. My FREE Beginner’s Guide to Weaving Yarn is a great place to learn the basics. Click here to get your copy!

Online Weaving Classes

Want to learn more about weaving but have a hard time fitting classes into your schedule? Check out my ongoing, fully online weaving classes. I cover an array of topics, from Planning a Weaving Project, to Reading a Weaving Draft, to Weaving a Color Gamp – each class is self-paced so you can take all the time you need. Best of all, once you purchase one of my classes you have unlimited access to it so you can refer back to it anytime you need. Ready to level-up your weaving game? Click here to learn more and to sign up.

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]]> How Much Yarn Do I Need for My Weaving Project? https://actoncreative.net/2026/04/29/how-much-yarn-do-i-need-for-my-weaving-project/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:00:44 +0000 https://actoncreative.net/?p=32688 You're planning a weaving project from scratch - yay you! You've decided on the pattern, the dimensions, the type of yarn ... you have it all figured out. Until you go yarn shopping. In this episode of A Handwoven Experience, I sit down with the fabulous Jodi Ybarra of Cotton Clouds, Inc. to answer the [...]

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]]> You’re planning a weaving project from scratch – yay you! You’ve decided on the pattern, the dimensions, the type of yarn … you have it all figured out. Until you go yarn shopping. In this episode of A Handwoven Experience, I sit down with the fabulous Jodi Ybarra of Cotton Clouds, Inc. to answer the age-old question: “How much yarn do I need for my weaving project?”

Jodi breaks down the math (yes friends, there is some math!) required to figure out how much yarn you need in easy, manageable bites. By the end of the episode you will have all the tools you need to determine how much yarn you need for your warp and your weft. Happy weaving!

How Much Yarn Do I Need for My Weaving Project?

Show Notes

Jodi created a FREE guide to calculating how much yarn you need for your project. Click here to get your copy! Be sure to shop her beautiful collections of yarns while you’re there!

Ready to plan your own weaving project but not sure how to start? I’ve got you my friend! My Planning a Weaving Project class takes you through the technical and the design sides of the process. You’ll have everything you need to create your own unique pieces. Click here to learn more.

Join the Online Weavers’ Guild!

Are you looking for a community of weavers who love weaving as much as you do? Look no further my friend! The Acton Creative Online Weaver’s Guild is a place where you can spend time with other weavers, share your weaving stories, trade tips, and learn a few things along the way. We meet once a month over Zoom, host an ongoing members-only chat so that we don’t lose touch in between meetings, take part in quarterly weaving challenges, and more. We’re saving you a seat! Click here to learn more.

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]]> Play With Your Warp https://actoncreative.net/2026/04/15/play-with-your-warp/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:00:09 +0000 https://actoncreative.net/?p=32683 As we plan our projects, we weavers almost always add extra inches to the warp. That way we are never at risk of running out of inches before our project is finished. If you are lucky enough to finish your project with inches to spare, then you have options my friend! In this episode of [...]

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]]> As we plan our projects, we weavers almost always add extra inches to the warp. That way we are never at risk of running out of inches before our project is finished. If you are lucky enough to finish your project with inches to spare, then you have options my friend! In this episode of A Handwoven Experience I make the case for using those extra inches to “Play With Your Warp”. Because it’s always a good idea to make time to play. Happy weaving!

Play With Your Warp

Show Notes

Before you play with your warp, you need to create a break in your fabric. Need help with that step? I’ve got you! Check out “Creating a Break in Your Fabric” on my YouTube channel here.

Need help dressing a loom? Want some pattern ideas to play with? Check out these and all of my FREE resources here.

Join the AC Insiders!

Ready to take your weaving to the next level? Become an AC Insider today! Join the Resource Center tier for Weaving Study Hall, free weaving tips, and bonus A Handwoven Experience episodes. Or become a member of the Online Weavers’ Guild and get all of these plus access to monthly meetings, quarterly weaving challenges, and the support and friendship of a community of weavers. Want all of these goodies AND be in-the-know about all things Acton Creative? Join the Founders tier. There’s something for everyone and we’re saving you a seat! Click here to learn more and to join today.

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]]> The Fibonacci Sequence and Weaving https://actoncreative.net/2026/04/01/the-fibonacci-sequence-and-weaving/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:00:14 +0000 https://actoncreative.net/?p=32671 Love it or hate it, math is a part of weaving. But did you know that math can inspire our weaving projects? This week in A Handwoven Experience we're exploring the Fibonacci sequence and weaving. You might remember learning about the Fibonacci sequence in middle school math class. It's a mathematic rendering of a progression [...]

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]]> Love it or hate it, math is a part of weaving. But did you know that math can inspire our weaving projects? This week in A Handwoven Experience we’re exploring the Fibonacci sequence and weaving.

You might remember learning about the Fibonacci sequence in middle school math class. It’s a mathematic rendering of a progression found in nature, and those two things together make it the perfect inspiration for a weaving project. In this episode I discuss what the Fibonacci sequence is and share three ways you can incorporate it into your next weaving project. It just adds up! Happy weaving!

The Fibonacci Sequence and Weaving

Show Notes

Are you looking for a new pattern to try? Check out my FREE guide to 6 Weaving Patterns. It’s the perfect springboard for diving into the wonderful world of weaving patterns. Click here to get yours today!

The Cornell University Johnson Museum of Art has a great piece about the Fibonacci sequence in nature and in art. Click here to learn more!

FREE Weaving Resources

Would you look at that? There is an entire collection of FREE weaving resources at your fingertips here on the Acton Creative website! In addition to my FREE guide to 6 Weaving Patterns, I offer everything from Parts of a Loom, to the Beginner’s Guide to Weaving Yarn, and a Weaving Equipment Guide. There’s a little something for everyone. Simply click here to pick which one (or all!) will be helpful for you!

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]]> Wait – I Ran Out of Yarn! https://actoncreative.net/2026/03/04/wait-i-ran-out-of-yarn/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:00:03 +0000 https://actoncreative.net/?p=32646 We're troubleshooting this week in A Handwoven Experience. Because one day you'll be in the middle of a project and suddenly realize "wait - I ran out of yarn!" This week I'm sharing tips for what to do if you run out of yarn. It can happen to any of us. You're standing at your [...]

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]]> We’re troubleshooting this week in A Handwoven Experience. Because one day you’ll be in the middle of a project and suddenly realize “wait – I ran out of yarn!”

This week I’m sharing tips for what to do if you run out of yarn. It can happen to any of us. You’re standing at your warping board and suddenly you’re short a color. Or you’re happily weaving your fabric and notice a lot of cardboard in your cone. You absolutely can buy more yarn. But you don’t have to. Join me as I share some simple steps you can take to turn a lack of yarn into a fabulous one-of-a-kind piece of fabric. Happy weaving!

Wait – I Ran Out of Yarn!

Show Notes

Want to learn more about weaving yarn? I’ve got you covered! My FREE Beginner’s Guide to Weaving Yarn walks you through everything you need to know about weaving yarn. Click here to check it out!

My friends at Hemptique published this exhaustive guide to yarn types and materials. Click here to learn more about all of the different fibers you can work with!

Online Weavers’ Guild

Are you looking for a community of weavers who love weaving as much as you do? Look no further my friend! The Acton Creative Online Weaver’s Guild is a place where you can spend time with other weavers, share your weaving stories, trade tips, and learn a few things along the way. We meet once a month over Zoom, host an ongoing members-only chat so that we don’t lose touch in between meetings, take part in quarterly weaving challenges, and more. We’re saving you a seat! Head to https://patreon.com/actoncreative for more information & links to join. See you soon!

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]]> Turning a Weaving Draft https://actoncreative.net/2026/02/18/turning-a-weaving-draft/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:00:22 +0000 https://actoncreative.net/?p=32640 We're getting technical this week on A Handwoven Experience as we learn more about how, and why, you might want to try Turning a Weaving Draft. You see, I'm not a technical weaver, and technical weaving chats are normally not my jam (it's just not how I'm wired, I'm afraid!). But I kept hearing about [...]

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]]> We’re getting technical this week on A Handwoven Experience as we learn more about how, and why, you might want to try Turning a Weaving Draft.

You see, I’m not a technical weaver, and technical weaving chats are normally not my jam (it’s just not how I’m wired, I’m afraid!). But I kept hearing about turning a weaving draft, and while it’s a more technical trick, it piqued my interest. It turns out that turning a weaving draft is a pretty handy trick to learn. It not only helps solve some common weaving snafu’s, but it opens up some pretty cool creative opportunities too. Happy Weaving!

Turning a Weaving Draft

Show Notes –

Madelyn van der Hoogt has a wonderful article in Handwoven magazine all about turning a weaving draft. Click here to check it out.

Need to review some weaving draft basics? Check out this episode of A Handwoven Experience: Reading a Weaving Draft.

Reading a Weaving Draft Class

Are you new to weaving? Do you need help figuring out what a weaving draft is and how to read it? Friends, I’ve got you! Check out my online Reading a Weaving Draft course. This self-paced class will walk you through the in’s and out’s of reading a weaving draft so that you will be able to tackle any weaving draft that comes your way. The best part is once you buy one of my classes it is yours to keep; you can refer back to it anytime. Ready to check it out? Click here to learn more and sign up.

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]]> Weaving/Knitting Yarn Translation https://actoncreative.net/2025/08/20/weaving-knitting-yarn-translation/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 08:12:56 +0000 https://actoncreative.net/?p=32473 Today's video is less about instruction and more about starting a conversation - it's all about the translation between weaving/knitting yarn. You see, while I've tried a lot of various crafts, weaving was the first place I really went down the rabbit hole. So when I think of yarn, I think of it from the [...]

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]]> Today’s video is less about instruction and more about starting a conversation – it’s all about the translation between weaving/knitting yarn.

You see, while I’ve tried a lot of various crafts, weaving was the first place I really went down the rabbit hole. So when I think of yarn, I think of it from the perspective of a weaver. This means that when you tell me something is a “DK weight”, I have no idea what that means.

Thus, today’s episode was born! Let’s figure out a way to bridge the gap between knitting yarns and weaving yarns, so crafters can cross over the bridge much easier. Here we go!

Show Notes –

Knitting Yarn – I found a great resource for reading the knitting yarn labels and I especially like the chart about halfway down. For someone like me (who’s not a knitter), it’s a very thorough look at the yarn and what information you have at your fingertips. Click here to read all about the knitting yarn goodness. 

Buying Weaving Yarn Online – If you are arriving at this conversation from a knitter’s or crocheter’s perspective, I have a great episode all about how to buy weaving yarn online. You can watch it right here. 

FREE Weaving Resources

There is an entire list of FREE weaving resources at your fingertips on the Acton Creative website! Everything from Parts of a Loom, to 6 Weaving Patterns, to the Beginner’s Guide to Weaving Yarn – there’s a little something for everyone. Simply click here to pick which one (or all!) will be helpful for you!

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