I have a few questions about my new to me Mac loom, 4 harness/6 treadle 40'
1) why would you want to use 2 plain cloth beams on this loom? what would the purpose be?
2) My loom was missing the crank handlefor the warp beam. Can they be purchased? or some placethat might have a used one?
3) my warp and cloth beams have very old( some are broken) strings that have been stapled on to the cloth beam. They will need to be replaced.. What is the best thing to use? the rod on there is small in diameter, DoI need a heavier one?
4) I am very short, and have short arms.. I am concerned that reaching the beater bar might be be difficult and tireing. Can I add a handle on it? where wouldI buy one?
5)How many heddles should be on each shaft? what is a good anount to have on there?
so much to learn!
thanks carole