Easy Living Towels (rigid heddle)
These Easy Living Towels are a simple, satisfying weave that celebrates the beauty of soft cotton yarns and classic stripes.
Designed for the rigid heddle loom, these towels are available in both hand towel and bath towel sizes, making them a wonderful project to weave and a pleasure to use.
Woven with Organic 5/3 Cotton and Cotton Tail 8/4, these towels have a wonderfully soft, thick, and absorbent feel. The simple weave structure makes this an approachable project while allowing the natural beauty of the yarns and classic stripes to shine.
Whether you’re weaving your first towel or looking for a relaxing project with a beautiful finished result, Easy Living Towels are a joy to weave and a pleasure to use. They also make a thoughtful handmade gift that will be treasured for years to come.
Weave structure: plain weave with weft float accents
Equipment needed:
- rigid heddle loom
- 7.5 or 8 dent reed
- 14" weaving width for hand towels
- 24" weaving width for bath towels
- 2 shuttles
Yarns: Organic 5/3 Cotton natural, Cotton Tail 8/4 in two coordinating colors, and Aurora Earth 8/2 Cotton natural for hems.
Instructions included: You will receive a PDF pattern by email. Please check your inbox after purchase.
Finished Size:
- Hand Towels: four towels 11.5" x 21" hemmed
- Bath Towel: 20" x 64" hemmed
Designed exclusively for Cotton Clouds by Jodi Ybarra
Learn more about this project on the blog: The Art of Everyday Living: Easy Living Cotton Towels