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A twill gamp is one of the most useful samplers in a weaver’s repertoire. In this series I will work through the process of designing your own.… Read More

Even with the same threading and tie-up, varying the treadling can make an enormous difference to the fabric we design.… Read More

Threading variations for twills on 8 shafts, including extended point twills and advancing twills. … Read More

Exploring the possibilities for a twill progression on 8 shafts… Read More

This versatile 4-shaft draft creates a pattern of little boxes and is one of my long-time favourites.… Read More

Use a neat trick with colour to maximise the impact of twill blocks.… Read More

An advancing point twill on 4 shafts can be repeated or reflected to create different effects.… Read More

This networked threading gives a design with the feel of draped, curving fabric.… Read More