weaving


A Handwoven Mystery

Christina finds a mysterious piece of handweaving in a small town museum.

Ask Madelyn: Baptism Napkins

I am a new weaver and want to make some fine woven baptism napkins.

Selvedge Aspirations

As Anita finds out, the desire for neat selvedges is a universal one among weavers.

Ask Madelyn: Fixing Missed Stitches

was wondering if there is a way to fix a missed stitch in weaving? My shed didn’t open far enough and a couple of warp threads didn’t catch properly. I think I heard somewhere that these can be fixed, can you help me?

Ask Madelyn: Apron Rod Issues

The string that ties the back apron rod to the warp beam on my loom has slowly been stretching. I’d like to find a different system, but am not sure what to do.

Everyone Needs a Hobby

Sara Lamb has integrated her passions for weaving and spinning for decades, each informing and enriching the other. Here she is to tell her story.

Weaving on a Deadline

Who among us hasn't woven on a deadline, be it a textile exhibit, guild sale, magazine submission (of course, I encourage these commitments), or an upcoming birthday or holiday gifting opportunity?

Ask Madelyn: Wondering about Warp Color Order

How do you interpret the warp color order? What is it telling you to do?

Ask Madelyn: Can You Predict Fulling?

I have not found any source that tells how much shrinkage to expect when fulling a fabric. I know this will vary with the yarn used and processing time, but I need to know some approximate figures.

Ask Madelyn: Don't Pack a Sectional Warp

Why is that when sectional warping you don't need to pack the layers with paper while you are beaming?