Branch Weaving

Branch weaving is sort of a combination of yarn bombing (which I would love to do someday on a massive scale) and a dream catcher. It is different and fun to be able to bring an item from nature into the home as an art piece.

I first saw branch weaving on the blog Natural Suburbia when I was searching for a fun craft to do with my son. He is a nature lover and very much a little artist so I knew this would be a perfect project for him. We went out and searched for the 'perfect' small branch for him to weave on. He already knew how to weave so this was a natural progression for him.

When he was weaving his branch and I saw how much he enjoyed it I really wanted to try it myself on a larger scale. I added a few patterns in my version on the weaving to give the piece extra character.

One could really go all out with branch weaving with detailed patterns. What's even greater is no piece will ever be the same just because of the branch arms and shapes!

All of the patterns used in this weaving project are very basic and easy. They are good for a beginner, even a child with some prior weaving experience.

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Step 1: Item List and Inspiration

You will need the following items to complete this project:

branch
yarn
scissors
large plastic needle
crochet hook

wold630 (author) says: Nov 21, 2012. 7:14 AM

This is a picture of my son with his branch weaving that inspired me to do one on a larger scale! Great project for kids.

dsmith234 says: Apr 18, 2013. 8:43 AM

this is nice

wold630 (author) in reply to dsmith234Apr 19, 2013. 5:16 AM

Thank you.

MommaIsLearning says: Jan 6, 2013. 1:34 PM

Wow! Gorgeous!! I can't wait to try this :)

wold630 (author) in reply to MommaIsLearningJan 6, 2013. 6:02 PM

Thanks. Please share pictures if you make one!

sauwen says: Dec 4, 2012. 1:52 PM

Ooo~ The finished product looks beautiful!

wold630 (author) in reply to sauwenDec 5, 2012. 7:25 AM

Thank you!

anke-art says: Dec 1, 2012. 11:05 AM

How pretty! I can't wait for my son to be old enough for this craft ;)

wold630 (author) in reply to anke-artDec 5, 2012. 7:25 AM

Definitely put it on your list of crafts for him when he is old enough. My son started weaving when he was three. He is five now and still loves to weave and has become much better at it!

poofrabbit says: Nov 29, 2012. 8:32 PM

Congratulations on being a finalist in the fiber arts contest!! Good luck to you!

wold630 (author) in reply to poofrabbitDec 5, 2012. 7:23 AM

Hey, thanks!

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Penolopy Bulnick says: Nov 28, 2012. 4:25 PM

That's awesome! I never even considered any other way besides over, under, repeat! I love all the different weaves you did :)

wold630 (author) in reply to Penolopy BulnickNov 29, 2012. 4:03 AM

Thank you!

HollyMann says: Nov 28, 2012. 1:53 PM

ALSO - if you have a big enough branch you're doing this with - I think it would be a really cool cat seat..if you attached it to something else...

wold630 (author) in reply to HollyMannNov 29, 2012. 4:02 AM

I don't have a cat but I agree it would be great for a cat seat. If you did it outside on a tree itself maybe you could get other little creatures that would like it too!

HollyMann says: Nov 28, 2012. 1:52 PM

Good job!!! This is so awesome and creative - I love it. The picture of your son is too cute also - he is adorable! I will def. try this when I have time...hopefully it will be soon!

wold630 (author) in reply to HollyMannNov 29, 2012. 4:00 AM

Thank you. He is cute isn't he??!!! I might be a little bias though. :)

Definitely try it....maybe with your son. It is a great project for kids if you use a small branch.

Ez-Kabob says: Nov 26, 2012. 10:29 AM

This is amazing!

wold630 (author) in reply to Ez-KabobNov 26, 2012. 11:33 AM

Thank you.

Erfunden says: Nov 24, 2012. 5:38 PM

That's pretty cool! I would love to see it done to a branch that's still on the tree. Or maybe the whole tree!

wold630 (author) in reply to ErfundenNov 24, 2012. 7:54 PM

I really wanted to weave on the tree itself but since it has been in the 30s and 40s in my neck of the woods I didn't want to deal with my fingers turning into ice and falling off. As for weaving the entire tree I would be worried it would get too heavy during rain or snow and the smaller branches could snap.

Just make sure the trees aren't being harmed and have fun!! :)

Erfunden in reply to wold630Nov 24, 2012. 8:48 PM

Around here there's not much rain or snow to worry about. But I see your point!

The Gingham Ginger says: Nov 21, 2012. 11:05 AM

OMG! I love this. I'm gonna have to try this one.

wold630 (author) in reply to The Gingham GingerNov 21, 2012. 9:23 PM

Thank you. Post a picture when you finish!!

flyingpuppy says: Nov 20, 2012. 10:42 PM

Wow! This is a great instructable! You made what looks like a very difficult project look quite doable. And it's SO pretty! Thanks

wold630 (author) in reply to flyingpuppyNov 21, 2012. 3:50 AM

Thanks, it is actually a pretty easy project and fun to do as well!

useraaaaa says: Nov 20, 2012. 4:13 PM

who want to post instructable "how to make square loom"? (or triangular...)
http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Tri-looms-by-Jim-1-Red-Oak-Triangle-and-1-Square-Weaving-Loom-Quilting-Set-/00/s/MTA3MVgxNjAw/$(KGrHqR,!roE+m9I5tHJBQFGeK!!bw~~60_57.JPG

wold630 (author) in reply to useraaaaaNov 20, 2012. 6:38 PM

You should ask your question elsewhere.