Selvedges for Beginning Weavers

Selvedges are the bane of beginning weavers. Looking over a new student's shoulder, a teacher almost always hears these words: "I know my selvedges are terrible!” Or: “I haven’t been worrying about my selvedges!"

Actually, worrying too much about them is not a good thing and can greatly diminish your joy in weaving. Here are some ways to create the conditions that help you get your selvedges right every time.