Yarn


Ask Madelyn: Doublewidth

Is there a good method to use when warping warps that change colors frequently?

Ask Madelyn: Weft Angle

The optimum weft angle depends most on two factors: the width of the piece and the weave structure.

Ask Madelyn: Sectional warping

What are the advantages and disadvantages of sectional warping?

Ask Madelyn: Yarn and Sett

As a beginning weaver, how do you know what reed and yarn to use for towels?

Ask Madelyn: Yarn Shrinkage in Overshot?

Do I need to worry about my fabric shrinking if I mix cottons and wool in overshot?

Ask Madelyn: Yarns and Setts for Rep Weave

How do you sett yarns correctly for rep weave? Madelyn has the answers!

Ask Madelyn: Pleated Scarves

I love the Twill Stripes scarves by Ruby Leslie in the Nov./Dec. 2009 issue of Handwoven. I would love to use some handpainted soy I have on hand as the warp.

Ask Madelyn: Sett

What's the best way to sley a reed when your optimal sett is 11?

Weaving Through Time

Christina contemplates how back issues of Handwoven still inspire her today.