Weavers Craft Weaver's Craft Magazine - Danish Medallion and Accents for Plain Weave (20)

Weaver’s Craft, a quarterly publication by former Handwoven editor Jean Scorgie, features well-designed projects with special emphasis on creative expression in color and design. The projects are for beginning and intermediate weavers on four- to eight-shaft table or floor looms, with most of the projects for four-shaft looms.

Each issue centers around a topic, explaining concepts, discussing options, and illustrating processes step by step. It’s like having a teacher at your elbow guiding you with the information you need to learn and grow.

No advertisements, no filler, just information you can use to make your weaving highly rewarding.  Each issue is like a chapter in a book.  Imagine the possibilities!

Issue 20  - Danish Medallion and Accents for Plain Weave

With all the square intersections in woven fabric, handweavers treasure techniques that soften angularity with curves. An easy hand-manipulated technique, Danish medallion introduces graceful ovals with an embroidery-like clasp of groups of already woven rows. Learn the process of weaving Danish medallion with ovals as well as variations. Then try designing a few accent rows or scattered accents for plain-weave projects, such as guest towels. Projects include Spring Flowers Towels, Place Mats with Danish Medallion Ovals, Place Mats with Danish Medallion Stars, and Guest Towels.