Bars and Stripes Bathmat Multishaft

Description

Bars and Stripes Bathmat Multishaft

This bold, striped bathmat is a rewarding project for weavers ready to move beyond basic plain weave and explore structure through color and scale. By alternating warp colors in carefully planned sections, simple weaving transforms into striking bars and stripes with a strong graphic presence.

Woven with substantial yarns in both warp and weft, the fabric develops a thick, ribbed texture that feels sturdy underfoot while remaining soft and absorbent. Extra-thick weft picks make this a quick and satisfying weave, perfect for weavers who enjoy seeing progress build rapidly on the loom.

Pattern downloads include instructions for both 4-shaft and 8-shaft looms, making this kit a versatile choice for multishaft weavers interested in texture-forward, functional weaving.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Weave Structure: Plain weave with thick weft patterning

Yarns: Mallo Cotton Spice, and Clay; Beam 3/2 Toffee

Equipment Needed

4- or 8-shaft loom
72 heddles per shaft (4-shaft) or 36 heddles per shaft (8-shaft)
10- or 15-dent reed
1 boat shuttle + bobbin and 1 stick shuttle, or 2 stick shuttles

Specifications

23″ weaving width
25 EPI
10 PPI in plain weave
6 PPI in pattern (thick weft)

Finished Size:
One bathmat approximately 21 wide x 29 long after wet-finishing and hemming

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, youll receive full-size cones of each color used in the pattern. This means you may have extra yarn beyond what the project requiresperfect 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 Carolyn Heacock

Photos compliments of Gist Yarn