Shadow Weave – Page 4 – Piglet's Potholder Patterns

Rick Rack vs. Garden Path

Rick-Rack (l) and Garden Path (r), front view of both.

Rick-Rack (l) and Garden Path (r), rear view of both.

Here are two 2/2 twill patterns demonstrating how a very small change in weaving order can have a dramatic design impact. Continue reading “Rick Rack vs. Garden Path”

Cross Breeze

A 2-2 twill with a row of over-3s where the lines change direction. (Originally published on Facebook as “Cross Purposes”.) Continue reading “Cross Breeze”

Greek Key

The meander is a classical Greek motif. The back of this pattern is the same design, offset. Created by Simon Cavalletto Dec. 2020. Continue reading “Greek Key”

It’s Raining Hearts (Hallelujah!)

The hearts pattern was a gift from Simon Cavalletto to me, Valentine’s Day 2021, to celebrate our 25th anniversary. Numerous twills create a soft and cozy fabric. Continue reading “It’s Raining Hearts (Hallelujah!)”

Chartres Labyrinth

One of my favorite patterns, this labyrinth was designed by Simon Cavalletto at my request in Nov. 2020. It was inspired by the 13th Century design on the floor of Chartres Cathedral. Continue reading “Chartres Labyrinth”

Nesting Boxes

Another pattern where the front and back are wildly different. You could adapt this pattern to the smaller 18 peg loom by selecting a subset of the pattern, whichever section pleases you most. Continue reading “Nesting Boxes”