1. Using a hand loom to weave a small hand purse

2. Warp the loom
Set up the vertical base threads

3. Weave the weft
Use one color thread or two (example below) to weave the weft threads through the warp threads by going over and under them in an alternative pattern

4. Change basic weaving Pattern
Weave the same color thread twice to switch a weaving pattern for two colors
Make sure to overlap the colors when switching

5. Complete the weaving process
Toward the end, it is hard for the shuttle to pass through the warp threads, use a needle to finish the job

6. Wave/sew a label/pattern

7. Fold and sew the edges

8. An Example
Front View
Back View
Voila! Bear
&
Fishy Soap

9. Sample Questions for Discussion
Meanings of using different colors?
Differences in using thick yarn or thin ones?
Differences in using double threads or a single strand?
Why weave different patterns? What are your favorite patterns?
What other items can you make from the weaved product?
Have you seen other weaving looms?
Do you like or dislike the process? Why?