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Predicting Deflection

Drawdowns show threads at right angles, but many times threads deflect during wet-finishing. Read what Susannah figured out about how to predict deflection.

The Draft: Shadow Weave as a Block Weave

Thanks to Marion Powell we now think of shadow weave as a block weave that can be designed using profile drafts. Madelyn explains.

Notes from the Fell: Finishing Tips

Finishing projects doesn't have the same appeal to many of us as starting projects. Here are some tips from Tom Knisely that may change your attitude towards finishing.

Media Picks from Handwoven September-October 2021

Learn about the latest and greatest weaving books with Handwoven's Media Picks department. Here's what we reviewed for the September/October 2021 issue.

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An Ode to Floats and Their Connection to Deflection

Download this pdf that walks you through the structures and projects found in Handwoven November/December 2021 and explains the cause of their threads' deflection.

Learn the Basics of Shadow Weave

I love refreshing my understanding of different weaving concepts so downloadable courses such as Introduction to Shadow Weave are perfect for me.

Stepping Up: The Hartford Artisans Weaving Center

The Hartford Artisan Center's mission is to "Enrich lives through weaving" which they do by focusing on weavers with little to no sight as well as seniors.

Reflect on Deflection in Handwoven November/December 2021

Kathy read the latest Handwoven cover to cover; read what she has to say about it.

Notes from the Fell: Compatible Contrasts

The magic in color-and-weave is in how the values of the colors interact. Through weaving, study, and simple observation, Tom has learned a lot about it.

Long Thread Podcast: Cassie Dickson

Season 3, Episode 8: Cassie Dickson is leading her part of a textile craft revival—and we're invited to join in.