Hi and welcome!
If you're just starting to weave, but feel overwhelmed by all the steps - you're not alone.
If you've been weaving for a bit, but really don't love dressing your loom, you couldn't have found a better spot.
You're in the right place, my friend.
The Dress Your Loom Course streamlines the process of setting up your loom into easy-to-understand steps, so you can worry less about dressing your loom and focus more on all the incredible things to weave.
So, let's take a look at the Dress Your Loom Course, shall we?
“I can’t be doing this right - it’s too easy! Because of the Dress Your Loom Course, I’ve done 5 projects in the last 6 months and my loom sat empty for 2 years before that.”
- Kimberly W., 2025 Student of the Dress Your Loom Course
Imagine this...
You're sitting at your loom.
Your colorful warp is threaded exactly as you intended.
Your shuttle slides gracefully from left-to-right, and back again. You, my friend, are actually weaving.
There was no stress, no guessing, no frustration getting here. Just a simple, series of steps that allowed you to enjoy the deeply satisfying rhythm of weaving fabric with your own two hands.
That's the moment this course will help you reach.
Why so many weavers get stuck
Weaving is wonderful! But so many weavers get hung up on dressing the loom.
There are too many steps, too many conflicting instructions, and not enough clear guidance.
You've probably thought, "I'm sure I could do this if someone just showed me how."
That's precisely what this course does.
Meet the Dress Your Loom Course!
A simple, straight-forward system for getting your yarn off the shelf and into your loom (so you can be weaving!).
In this course, you'll learn:
- How to measure your warp so the yarns are all the same length and in order
- How to sley your reed to establish the correct spacing and width for your project
- How to thread your heddles so each yarn is on the correct shaft
- How to wind your warp into the loom and create even tension
You'll receive:
- Bite-sized video lessons that are easy to follow
- Downloadable guides for each step
- Lifetime access so you can rewatch whenever you need a refresher
Whether you are brand new to weaving, or an experience weaver looking for an easier system for dressing your loom, you'll have everything you need right at your fingertips.
"Chris’s Dress Your Loom Course is well worth the investment of time and money, whether you’re completely new to weaving or have some projects under your belt.
Thank you so much for making weaving on my 4-shaft loom so enjoyable - from winding the yarns on my warping board, to tying on, and throwing a shuttle. I can’t wait to get to my next project!"
- Jodi, Owner of Cotton Clouds
What’s Inside Dress Your Loom
Module 1
Measuring Your Project
It's a perfect place to start! During this module, you will learn how to measure each warp yarn to the same length and in order, per your project plan.
Module Highlights:
- Overview of Measuring Your Warp
- Intro to the Warping Board
- How-To Measure Your Project
- Troubleshooting
Module 2
Sleying Your Reed
Now that your warp yarns are primed and ready, it's time to sley your reed! In this step, you will learn about spacing the project and how to translate that to your reed.
Module Highlights:
- Overview of Sleying Your Reed
- Intro to the Reed
- How-To Sley Your Reed
- Troubleshooting
Module 3
Threading Your Heddles
Let's finally begin working in your loom! In this step, you will slide the reed into the loom and thread your heddles. Here is where you set the scene for your project pattern!
Highlights:
- Overview of Threading Your Heddles
- Intro to Heddles
- How-To Thread Your Heddles
- Troubleshooting
Module 4
Winding Your Project
We're so close! In this step, you will learn how to wind your project on to the loom, creating tension for the weaving process.
Highlights:
- Overview of Winding Your Project
- Setting up Your Loom
- How-To Wind Your Project
- Troubleshooting
But the course doesn't end with a beautifully dressed loom! Nope - I'm going take you to the finish line!
Weaving Your Sampler
This big-picture overview of the weaving process will give you exactly what you need to dive headlong into your project!
What You’ll Get:
An insiders look at my exact method for weaving a project!
- Managing Your Weft Yarn
- Creating a Pattern
- Troubleshooting
Finishing Your Project
Just because your project is off the loom, doesn't mean it is finished. I'm walking you through your options for putting the finishing touches on your project!
What You’ll Get:
A look into the functional and the decorative decisions you can make at the end of your project.
- Washing and shrinkage
- To sew or not to sew
- Fringe & other goodies
“If you are looking for a supportive teacher and reference, Chris and the Dress Your Loom videos are always available. It’s a valuable, eternal reference.”
- Martha, 2024 Student of the Dress Your Loom Course
What kind of support will help you finish?
The Dress Your Loom Course comes with 3 supportive options - I like to think of them as various degrees of hand-holding!
First up, let me say that I am here for you. My job is to make sure you understand the Dress Your Loom system and can begin checking things off your "Weaving Wish List".
It is up to you to decide which amount of support will help you the best. I want you to not only finish the Dress Your Loom Course, but go on to weave incredible things!
VIP Student $625
As a VIP Student, I'll be actively involved throughout the entire process AND you'll have the benefit of our Weekly Q&A sessions. It includes:
- 2 Private Sessions with me,
- Access to our Online Classroom,
- A printed copy of the class handouts.
- Invite to future Dress Your Loom classes for FREE
- Forever access to the course
I'll be able to virtually drop into your space and guide you along!
Group Student $425
As a Group Student, I'll see you once a week in our fabulous Weekly Q&A sessions. It includes:
- Access to our Online Classroom
- Invite to future Dress Your Loom classes for FREE
- Forever access to the course
This is a great option if you learn better with a group of fellow students!
Solo Student $225
As a Solo Student, you'll have full access to the Dress Your Loom Course. And if questions arrive, you can access me by email.
- Forever access to the course
Registration closes for the January 2026 class on Thursday, January 15 at 4 pm CST. You'll have instant access to the Intro Module, and the 6 Course Modules will open up one at a time starting January 19.
“Other than purchasing a loom, no other weaving dollars have given me this much value. Not just the technical, but the relationships. The return on investment keeps coming!”
- Liz, 2025 Student of the Dress Your Loom Course
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this course always be for sale?
Can I pay in installments?
What is the course project?
Do I need specific yarn for the course?
Does the course teach front-to-back, or back-to-front?
What if my loom has more than 4-shafts?
Can I use my rigid heddle loom for this course?
What if I'm brand new and have NEVER woven anything?
Is there a deadline for completing the course?
Will I receive the entire course when I purchase it?
What if I have questions before or during the course?
How is this course different from the A Handwoven Experience video series?
Acton Creative offers a 14-day money-back guarantee for the Dress Your Loom Course (starting from the day of purchase). If you find the course is not what you expected, contact Chris at [email protected] to start the refund process.
