How to do the 'Tug Test' - the CORRECT way!

The 'Tug Test' - that weaving anomaly!
Often thought to be the definitive way to figure out if a specific yarn will be suitable for use in the warp. Well, it's always good to check on these things, the problem is that most people don't do the 'Tug Test' the correct way.
The nett result of this is that yarns that are in fact imminently suitable for use in your warp lie neglected and forgotten in the deep dark reaches of your stash - what a waste!
This video shows you the correct way to do the 'Tug Test', and if you keep an eye out at the same time next week, when I look at two yarns I specifically wouldn't use in my warp, you will see the 'Tug Test' in action.
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[@johnmarquez8556]

Thanks for the great tip!

[@carolreynolds7335]

Thank you …I have only just discovered your channel and as an ‘apprentice’ weaver I very much appreciate your clear and concise explanations and well placed camera. Thank you.

[@glynisweaves]

Thanks you for your kind words Carol. Welcome to the wonderful world of weaving!

[@mariapartington7910]

Thank you, will definitely apply this method as I go through my never-ending stash 🙂

[@glynisweaves]

So pleased you found it useful.

[@lenoreschroeder7128]

This is great! I am definitely going to try it at work and home. ❤ I was also taught to listen to the snap sound of the yarn. A loud snap is strong yarn and a soft snap is weak yarn. I work mostly with cotton.

[@glynisweaves]

Hi Lenore - the 'snap' also makes sense - never tried it that way, but it's always good to learn something new - thank you!

[@avrilp317]

Thank you Glynis. What you have shown is indeed a basic but fundamental piece of knowledge. As an inexperienced weaver I was beginning to wonder what if any wools could be used as warp. I have just retried some yarn that I had rejected for warp and it stood up to the test. I’m looking forward to using it in the way I had envisioned. Thank you so much.

[@glynisweaves]

Great pleasure Avril - pleased you found the tip helpful.

[@pamyclark1263]

Wow! I have never seen or done a warp test like this, I’ve always gripped it and jerked it to see if it would hold up under tension. I see now that the purpose is to test the tension and stretch itself, and not to jerk it!

[@WendyMoss-z9l]

Much appreciated Glynnis

[@glynisweaves]

Great pleasure Wendy. Glad you found me!

[@m.5018]

Hello just found you, great channel !