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Ask Madelyn: Calculating Weft

How do you calculate the amount of weft needed for a project?

Ask Madelyn: Tromp as Writ

"Tromp as writ" means to “treadle as written,” and the assumption is that the “written” part is the threading draft. Here's more explanation of the term and technique.

Ask Madelyn: Warp-Faced Weaves

Is the weft always thinner in a warp-faced weave?

Ask Madelyn: Lifting Plans and Tie-Ups

What's the lifting plan for doubleweave?

Ask Madelyn: Double-Doubleweave

Can you weave 4 layers of cloth at once on an 8-shaft loom? How do you get started?

Weaving Toward Enlightenment

Read a weaving book or a good article, visit a weaving exhibit at a museum or gallery, hang out with your guild or study group, in person or online. Wind a warp and pick up a shuttle when you can.

Ask Madelyn: Waffle Weave and Sett

How do you determine sett for waffle weave? Madelyn can help you figure it out.

Ask Madelyn: Whether to Lash or Knot

Which is the best way to attach to the apron rod? Lashing on or knotting?

Ask Madelyn: A Fickle Selvedge

I am not quite sure why the right selvedge is somewhat messy while the other selvedge is very neat. I am pretty sure it has to do with carrying the yarn.

Ask Madelyn: Centering the Warp

How important is centering the warp? It is OK to split patterns in the middle?

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