Do other textile techniques spark your curiosity? In this Craft Lovers, learn how to weave a bag with fabric straps on a rigid heddle loom with Blanca from TunkiWellness. Use Linum, our recycled linen and cottonchainette yarn in the color ivory, as well as the striped cotton fabric by Katia Fabrics to create a cute and practical accessory, perfect for spring and summer days. This weaving technique is fascinating, and the result is truly exquisite.
Behind TunkiWellness you’ll find Blanca, an economist in her previous life whose passion for weaving has changed her life. After working in private banking in Madrid, Blanca decided to experience new adventures in Peru, where she learned loom weaving techniques. Today, she lives in a countryside cottage in Menorca, surrounded by nature, where she makes her creations.
Rigid heddle loom bag with fabric straps
We invite you to learn how to weave a bag with fabric straps on a rigid heddle loom, guided by Blanca De La Sotilla at TunkiWellness.
The measurements of the final piece are approximately 32×85 cm.
Warp:
Length of warp: 1.20 m
Total number of threads: 104
Step-by-step instructions to make the weave:
Step 1: Beginning
Start weaving 3 cm of plain weave. Now that the fabric is stable, finish off the beginning of the work.
Continue working plain weave until you have approximately 90 cm of fabric on your loom. Use a stitch marker to measure your progress. Once you have achieved the desired length, finish off the end of the piece.
Remove the fabric from the loom.
Finishing touches and creating the bag:
Weave in the ends of the warp.
Hold the beginning and end of the fabric together and sew together using a visible seam.
Follow the chart to shape the bottom of the bag.
Finally, turn the bag inside out and sew the base along the inside.
Use an iron to press the folds of the base well and turn to sew the base from the inside.
Step 2: Making the straps
Cut two strips of fabric measuring 15 cm wide by 1.40 m long.
Fold each strip in half and sew along the long side with a seam allowance of 1.5 cm to create a tube. Turn the tube right side out and finish off the ends.
Mark the placement of the straps on the bag. Insert the scissors between the weft threads, open them and loosen the fabric to make room for the strap.
Pull the strap through the hole and make a knot to fasten. Adjust the knots to adjust the length of the straps.
As a finishing touch, place the cardboard folded in half at the bottom of the bag to add structure.
Enjoy your bag this summer!
Gather your materials and follow Blanca’s step-by-step tutorial to make your own bag with fabric straps. Dive into the wonderful world of weaving and enjoy the relaxing and gratifying process of making something with your own two hands.
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