I know y'all are going to think I am crazy, but I am so excited...my loom just arrived!!! (Doing the Snoopy Dance!!)

 

Comments

Sat, 04/07/2012 - 20:38

tommye scanlin

I know you'll have a fun time getting the first warp on it! Tommye
Sat, 04/07/2012 - 20:48

Artistry

That's great! I'm excited for you! Have fun.
Sat, 04/07/2012 - 21:46

jenjscott

Nobody's going to think you're crazy, we've all been there.

Sat, 04/07/2012 - 22:04

Pamela Hunt

I'm so glad I'm amongst weavers at a time like this! : )

 

Pam

Sun, 04/08/2012 - 02:34

Pamela Hunt

 After a few hiccups, I've got it warped and ready to go!!  Whew!

 

Sun, 04/08/2012 - 12:07

ReedGuy

Figured I might as well dance right along with ya. :)

Sun, 04/08/2012 - 13:03

Pamela Hunt

Thanks for joining in the dance ReedGuy!

Sun, 04/08/2012 - 14:25

tommye scanlin

What's your warp and your warp sett?

Tommye

Sun, 04/08/2012 - 16:26

Pamela Hunt

I'm using linen warp and the sett is 8wpi. However, as you will see above, I am still learning what weft can be used with what warp...especially handspun yarn. I finally hit the mark with some silk/bamboo handspun (the turquoise) and then found a longwool (white) that seems to work as well.  I guess that's the name of the game right now, although I've certainly decided to do some definite spinning for weaving in the near future!  This is quite the learning curve, but I am having a great time!

eta: I think the next time I will use wool for the warp-the linen is nice and strong, but seems a bit tricky getting the weft through the shed on butterflies-I don't have any bobbins yet. I guess my hands aren't "trained" yet either!! : )

 

Sun, 04/08/2012 - 18:23

Artistry

I can't believe how much you've learned already! You tapestry is really coming along. The turquoise handspun silk/ bamboo looks luscious! You might also enjoy trying Cotton Seine Twine for warp. It's very strong but very forgiving on the fingers! It's easy to get a shed. Too much fun, isn't it?!
Sun, 04/08/2012 - 19:01

Pamela Hunt

I am having a great time!  I do plan on getting some "store bought" warps and wefts. I don't mind practicing with my handspun since I have a ton of it-just need to be sure it it compatible with the warp!.