I was taught to expect 10-15% draw in with each project. For instance, a 30 inch towel might draw in by 3". Also, to expect more draw in with wool than with cotton or flax. Likewise more draw in with twill or overshot than plain weave or smaller patterns. Likewise, plan to have 10-15% more length in your warp so you don't run so short. This has sometimes resulted in a bit of extra warp at the end where I can turn some coasters or a small towel. Other times it has saved a project.
I also tend to forget about the shrinkage that occurs when wet finishing and that you also always need extra for hemming the edges of your finished pieces:) Love your videos
Great explanation, Chris. Your point about taking into account your own individual style is well made. I like to weave with tight tension. On my loom, this gives me a clean shed, which in turn allows for an uninterrupted weaving rhythm. The flip side of that is that I have more draw in and take up. I adjust accordingly, and the loom, the yarn, and I work together happily. 😊
Such a wonderful random thing to show up right now. I've been wondering about weaving lately but haven't looked into anything yet. I'll watch out for more of your videos. :)
I'm a beginner to weaving in a multiple shaft loom ,, I only did a very few projects in a knitters loom (12', loom) and i found your channel and im hooked watching it ,, i did dress the loom for a 18" project and when i measure the fabric i have only 16.5" and i was freaking out thinking i was doing something wrong ,, but now thanks to this video and the help of a great friend i realized that you do l oose inches while weaving,, thank you so much for all the info you have given to me
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I was taught to expect 10-15% draw in with each project. For instance, a 30 inch towel might draw in by 3". Also, to expect more draw in with wool than with cotton or flax. Likewise more draw in with twill or overshot than plain weave or smaller patterns.
Likewise, plan to have 10-15% more length in your warp so you don't run so short. This has sometimes resulted in a bit of extra warp at the end where I can turn some coasters or a small towel. Other times it has saved a project.
@@dianasmith8166 So smart!!
Good reminders! 👍
I also tend to forget about the shrinkage that occurs when wet finishing and that you also always need extra for hemming the edges of your finished pieces:)
Love your videos
@@eliasmitteregger2611 Right?! Great note!!
Great explanation, Chris. Your point about taking into account your own individual style is well made. I like to weave with tight tension. On my loom, this gives me a clean shed, which in turn allows for an uninterrupted weaving rhythm. The flip side of that is that I have more draw in and take up. I adjust accordingly, and the loom, the yarn, and I work together happily. 😊
@@elizabethsielaff3414 Brilliant!!
Such a wonderful random thing to show up right now. I've been wondering about weaving lately but haven't looked into anything yet. I'll watch out for more of your videos. :)
@@barbaraZ-z9m I'm so glad this wonderful random thing led you here! Welcome! If you have any questions, please reach out - I'm happy to chat!
I'm a beginner to weaving in a multiple shaft loom ,, I only did a very few projects in a knitters loom (12', loom) and i found your channel and im hooked watching it ,, i did dress the loom for a 18" project and when i measure the fabric i have only 16.5" and i was freaking out thinking i was doing something wrong ,, but now thanks to this video and the help of a great friend i realized that you do l oose inches while weaving,, thank you so much for all the info you have given to me
@@mrwanramon1974 Hi! I'm so glad the channel has been helpful! Feel free to send me any questions! I'm happy to help!
@ thank you so very much ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I've never considered the take-up side of things. Mostly because i round it in with shrinkage as I don't measure til after the wet finish.
@@MrThom8804 Ah! Gotcha!