Creating and exchanging layers
Liftplans for layer exchange to create stripes and pockets in 4-shaft double weave.… Read More
Threading for double cloth on 4 shafts
Two different approaches to threading which allow you to weave double cloth on four shafts.… Read More
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Winding a warp for double weave
Making an end-on-end cross with two colours at once.… Read More
Studio Stories: Mighty Mug Rugs
An 8-shaft summer & winter draft for joyfully bright cotton mug rugs.… Read More
What is double weave?
Understanding the terminology of double weave and double cloth.… Read More
Designing a Twill Gamp: Part 4
Weaving your gamp by ‘treadling as drawn in’ and more.… Read More
Designing a Twill Gamp: Part 3
Thoughts on choosing fibre and colour for a successful twill gamp.… Read More
Designing a Twill Gamp: Part 2
How to build a composite threading out of different twills in order to weave your perfect gamp.… Read More
Designing a Twill Gamp: Part 1
A twill gamp is one of the most useful samplers in a weaver’s repertoire.… Read More
Twills on 8 Shafts: Varying the Treadling
Even with the same threading and tie-up, varying the treadling can make an enormous difference to the fabric we design.… Read More
Twills on 8 Shafts: Threading Variations
Threading variations for twills on 8 shafts, including extended point twills and advancing twills. … Read More
Twills on 8 shafts: Tie-up basics
Exploring the possibilities for a twill progression on 8 shafts… Read More