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Listening, Prototyping, and a Lot of Beads: How X Loom's New Extension Rods Came to Be
Welcome back to our innovation journal — a series where I share the progress, thinking, and little experiments behind X Loom's evolution. Recently, I designed two new extension rods for X Loom. They make the loom easier to use and open up entirely new creative possibilities. Let me tell you the story behind them. It Started With Your Feedback Some of you who have been using X Loom told me how much you love it — and how you love taking it with you when you go out. But there wa
willaweiwang
Aug 213 min read
Reflecting on Six Months of Growth and Connection with weavempower
I am eager to write a blog reflecting on the past six months of working with my brand, weavempower, and sharing what excites me most about this incredible journey. As I look back over this period, I am filled with a sense of accomplishment and enthusiasm for the path I have chosen. The experience has not only been about building a brand but also about fostering a community that shares a common love for creativity and craftsmanship.The greatest thrill has been connecting with
willaweiwang
Jul 142 min read
The Story Behind X Loom: From Inspiration to Creation
My First Encounter with Weaving I first discovered the magic of weaving over a decade ago, during a field trip in 2012. I was visiting a small village where local women artisans welcomed me warmly and generously taught me how to weave. They even gave me a set of hand-crafted tools for making waist-woven bands—carefully made by the village’s woodworkers. Back then, I wasn’t thinking about creativity or designing something new. I simply loved how the repetitive motions of weavi
willaweiwang
Jan 213 min read
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