We stumbled on this combination while designing a rug. The crisp pattern is the result of mixing thick and thin yarns in both the warp and the weft. We used Carpet Warp and 8/16 Cotton, expecting a hard surface, but they softened so nicely in the washing machine that the end result was a great lap blanket. The warp uses a thin yarn and a thick yarn that are the same color. The same two types of yarn are used in the weft but in a different color. When they are woven together, they create a dense but pliable fabric, great for draping across your lap on a cool evening. The kit makes one throw with finished dimensions of 26" x 54.75" plus fringe. It can be hand washed and dried flat, with a brief fluff in the dryer.

You will need:

• 32" weaving width
• 8 harnesses
• 10-dent reed
• 315 heddles
• 2 boat shuttles
• 3 bobbins

We used Carpet Warp #93 Mahogany and #83 Duck with 8/16 Heavy Cotton in #1313 Medium Brown and #5068 Dusty Teal. If you would like these colors, simply order the kit above. If you would like to choose your own colors, please see our 8/4 Carpet Warp page and 8/16 Heavy Cotton to view the options. Then return to this page, order the kit, and tell us your color selections in the box above. You'll want to pick two colors that can be found in both the 8/4 Carpet Warp and 8/16 Heavy Cotton.