Double two-tie (D2T) threadings* are incredibly versatile, offering the ability to weave a variety of different weave structures which can be used in block designs, color play, and texture, on fewer shafts. However, until recently, most of the available weave structures for D2T have been unrecognized and unexplored. It was a new method I developed for drafting D2T block designs which led to my discovery of these novel weave structures. And my ongoing explorations have revealed that they are remarkably useful.
I will demonstrate how to use my method of drafting D2T to draft blocks designs on a D2T threading in a variety of different D2T structures, on eight or more shafts. Drafting in both the tie-up and lift-plan will be demonstrated. Structures which are suitable for floor looms, as well as structures which are better suited to a table or dobby loom will be included.
I will also demonstrate other uses for these weave structures, for further areas of exploration, and will bring many woven examples for participants to examine.
*Double two-tie threadings use two tie-down shafts (T1, T2) alternating with two pattern shafts (P1, P2) in a T1, P1, T2, P2 arrangement. The tie-down shafts are the same from block to block, while the pattern shafts change from block to block. An example of a double two tie threading on eight shafts is block A (1, 3, 2, 4), block B (1, 5, 2, 6) and block C (1, 7, 2, 8).
Instructor: Linda Schultz
Level: Intermediate
Categories: Weaving
Supplies that students will bring: Note taking materials
Material Fee: $5
Materials Included: The material fees covers the class handouts.