BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY INTO THE WORLD OF SAORI
Weaving is a wonderful expression of our creativity. It is an art that seems daunting to many people, particularly beginners due to the often-complicated nature of weaving and setting up the loom. BUT do not get disheartened if you know nothing about weaving. Prue, the Founder of Dyeing To Weave Studio and globally accredited teacher of SAORI, first started her weaving journey as a zoologist with NO WEAVING EXPERIENCE!
Here we will introduce you to a craft that is perfect for weaving for beginners.
Let’s begin with SAORI Weaving:
SAORI is a unique and traditional style of hand weaving. However, it is slightly different from conventional hand-weaving practices because it emphasizes the free expression rather than the cleanness and regularity of the woven cloth, which is the case in more traditional styles of hand weaving. In traditional weaving, any irregular pattern is often considered flaws, unlike SAORI, where they are celebrated for the unique joy that they bring.
In this post, we will try to demystify the world of SAORI loom weaving for those new to the craft. To begin with, one should understand the two primary principles of SAORI weaving:
- Hand-weaving is different from machine weaving: In SAORI weaving it is essential not to imitate the machine-made patterns. Also, understand that no two weavings are alike and different people weave with different approaches and mindsets. Consequently, it is a convenient style of weaving for beginners. It also brings people together, inspiring them to come up with their unique creativity and style. So, with SAORI weaving, the sky is the limit.
- Welcome the free-flow weaving pattern: The second most crucial point to note is that you should never shy away from experimenting with a free-flow weaving pattern. The beauty of SAORI lies in its random design and irregular thread work. One skipped thread here and there gives it the unique pattern that adds to the beauty of the cloth. It is undoubtedly beauty without an intention!
Is SAORI difficult to undertake?
SAORI is one of the easiest weaving styles to do. Anyone can enjoy SAORI weaving and attain exceptional results with just a couple of minutes of training. It is because even a beginner will enjoy the unplanned weaving techniques and easy experimentation of SAORI weaving. Even if you do not know anything about weaving, SAORI is the best weaving for beginners to start with. With SAORI weaving, you will be able to easily create bags, scarves, wall-hangings, clothing, and other handwoven textiles.
Is the SAORI loom easy to use?
Since many SAORI looms are portable and able to fold up for easy storage, they are easy to manage and don’t take up an entire room as other large floor looms can. You can freely use your hands to create patterns, select colors, and generate your innovative weaving ideas. It is indeed fun weaving for beginners who are just starting their journey of weaving, with a loom that fits into their lifestyle. Immerse into the world of SAORI, with which you can create unique, one-of-a-kind handwoven materials. Reach out to us for in-depth knowledge of this beautiful and simple Japanese weaving craft and start your SAORI journey today!
