Process: I began by experimenting with smaller fabric swatches to test patterns, techniques, and color combos I would use in my final work. With sewing thread, I wrapped strips of canvas to try various color ratios. The art of weaving was completely new to me, but over the course of a few weeks, I left armed with a new skill set. So much of what makes a neat weave comes from the preparation. I calculated how many ends of warp yarn I would need to make 4’x2′ piece of fabric, measured it out on a warp board, transferred it to the loom via lease sticks, spaced the warp, threaded the individual heddles, and tied up the shafts according to the weave pattern I wanted.
Tools: Yarn, 8-shaft floor loom, shuttles, brass reed, heddle hook, raddle, lease sticks
