How is a loom prepared?

How is a loom prepared?

Prepare your loom Pass the wire at the level of the first nail on the other side, then immediately on the next nail on the same side. Iron on the reverse edge and so on. Your weft thread must be quite tight, do not hesitate to tighten the threads at the end before making a knot at the end.

What is the principle of the weaving technique?

the weaving is the method of assembling threads on a loom weave, making it possible to obtain a warp and weft fabric. It consists of interlacing the warp threads* (threads stretched in the direction of the length of the loom weave) and the weft threads* (threads stretched across the width of the loom weave).

How to use a wool loom?

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How to weave?

The weaving process begins first with the choice of fabric. It can be hemp, silk, linen, wool, cotton, cashmere… It must be chosen according to demand, either a reproduction of an existing fabric, or the creation of a new texture.

How to do a warp weave?

To start weaving, you just need to let between 5 and 10 cm protrude from the end of the weft yarn during your first pass (it depends on the thickness of your yarn). Then you will wedge this weft thread that sticks out between the warp threads.

What is hand loom weaving?

Weaving on a manual loom (arm weaving) appears in the Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage in France. It is a recognized practice, particularly in the arts and crafts. The Inventory is part of the technique of the Atelier Aux Fils de Larz in Brittany (Peillac, Morbihan), created in 1976.

How to choose the right weaving fabric?

The weaving process begins first with the choice of fabric. It can be hemp, silk, linen, wool, cotton, cashmere… It must be chosen according to demand, either a reproduction of an existing fabric, or the creation of a new texture. The loom is then prepared for weaving.