Twill triangles on 8 shafts
Weaving those interleaved zig-zags on 8 shafts.… Read More
The Two Faces of Twill
Stripes, blocks, triangles: double-faced twill drafts for small amounts of yarn on 4, 8 and 16 shafts.… Read More
Weave a bubble scarf using differential shrinkage
When you don’t have enough wool… or enough cotton…. it’s time to explore differential shrinkage!… Read More
Designing a Twill Gamp: Part 1
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
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