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A Bead Tapestry Book is Finally Here!

A Bead Tapestry Book is Finally Here!

Resources for bead weaving can be tough to come by, which is why we are SUPER excited to share that Jacqui McCloy Pell has written a book on weaving beads on a loom. This book is a great resource for any bead weaver, but focuses on how to make larger beaded pieces rather than jewelry. 
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The Ultimate Guide to Bead Weaving Using the Shedding Device (Updated)

The Ultimate Guide to Bead Weaving Using the Shedding Device (Updated)

It’s been a long time since I’ve woven a wide bead piece using the Mirrix shedding device. I decided it was time to try this method of bead weaving again and to write a blog post about it since we often get questions about this process. I am always telling people that the set up is more complicat...
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Using Weaving Yarn with Beads

Using Weaving Yarn with Beads

Recently my mom gifted me a beaded purse that had belonged to a relative of ours. The purse was woven on a loom with rows of thread between each row of beads. It got me thinking about incorporating thread into the design of a bead weaving. I happened to have just received some fun weaving yarn fr...
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The Summer Weaving Challenge 2019

The Summer Weaving Challenge 2019

Summer is almost here and we’re looking forward to sunshine, longer days and weaving in the sunshine on those longer days. To help keep our wonderful community inspired this June, July and August, today we are launching Mirrix’s second Summer Weaving Challenge in collaboration with Shannon from N...
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Anyone Can Do It: Bead Weaving For Beginners (Live Demo)

Anyone Can Do It: Bead Weaving For Beginners (Live Demo)

On February 20, 2019 at 2:00 PM (PST) [5 PM EST] we will be doing a LIVE bead weaving demonstration on YouTube. You will be able to watch the stream directly on YouTube here or by watching the embedded stream below. The goal of this demonstration is to show how simple weaving beads on a Mirrix Lo...
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Why a Mirrix: Warp Tension

Why a Mirrix: Warp Tension

Tension is bad. Except when you're weaving. In fact, if I had to choose the number one quality I'd want in a loom it would be the ability to easily get good, even and adjustable tension. 
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