M’s and O’s Towels

M’s and O’s Towels

Add softness, texture, and subtle movement to your weaving with the M’s and O’s Towels. Woven in a variation of the classic two-block M’s and O’s structure, these towels feature gently curving rib sections that wrap around areas of plain weave, forming playful circular motifs across the cloth.

Alternating blocks of solid and mixed colors in both the warp and weft create painterly gradients of yellow and blue, evoking the warmth of sunshine and open summer skies. The result is a fabric that feels lively and dimensional, yet balanced and calming — perfect for everyday use with a touch of artistry.

Woven with Mallo Cotton Slub, these towels have a beautifully soft hand and a lightly textured surface that’s a pleasure to weave and to use. The structure offers enough interest to keep intermediate weavers engaged, while settling into a steady, enjoyable rhythm at the loom.

This kit includes enough yarn to weave up to three towels, giving you room to experiment with color placement or create an extra towel to gift. Whether destined for your kitchen or wrapped up as a handmade present, these towels are sure to become favorites.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Weave Structure: Two-block M’s and O’s variation

Yarns: Mallo Cotton, 1 cone each Denim, Icicle, and Honey

Equipment Needed

4-shaft loom
50–70 heddles per shaft
12-dent reed
18.75" weaving width
2 boat shuttles
3 bobbins

Specifications

12 EPI
14 PPI

Finished Size: Approximately 15.5” wide x 28.5” long
Kit contains enough yarn to weave three towels.

Instructions: You will receive a PDF pattern download by email.

This kit is different from our standard weaving kits. Instead of pre-measured yarn amounts, you’ll receive full-size cones of each color used in the pattern. This means you may have extra yarn beyond what the project requires—perfect for weaving additional fabric or exploring your own variations.

The kit price reflects the inclusion of full-size cones and the expanded creative possibilities they offer.

Designed by Christine Tsai

Photos: complements of Gist Yarn