Plain weave

I still receive questions on what to use as warp threads, and it's a really great question! The truth is you can use type of thread you want, which can lead to some really interesting creations. However if you're just starting out weaving, I like to recommend using a thin cotton thread for your warp.

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Think plain weave is boring? Think again! By adding in interesting textured yarns, color-and-weave patterns, and the like help ensure your plain weave will be anything but plain.

To get a great set of sheets, thread count matters. But it’s not the main criterion you should use. Read on to see which factors are even more important.

Plain weave is a fundamental weaving structure in which the weft travels over and then under adjacent warp ends. The weft does the opposite in the next row, traveling under/over a warp end it previously went over/under. Plain weave creates a smooth and strong cloth.

plainweave rug weaving technique

Sadly, this project is over before it really got started. I just finished the 1.5 meters of plain weave in grey and tested out the pattern… | Instagram

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