Ask Madelyn

Does varying the angle of the weft help keep selvedges consistent?

What are the general rules for sleying a floating selvedge?

How can you easily warp a complicated shadow-weave color order with multiple color changes?

What exactly is tabby?

Using a variegated yarn in the warp can be challenging. Madelyn has some advice.

How do you handle ribbon in a warp?

Several weavers mentioned having trouble with their beat when weaving the Keep It Simple Towels. Madelyn has some tips to fix that.

Wool yarns can be tricky to sett resulting in an unbalanced fabric.

How does a two-shaft loom compare to a rigid-heddle loom?

What is the difference between doubleweave and summer and winter?