Betty Bell, Arachne, Edgewood, WA
Material & Technique: Summer/Winter structure, 12 shaft, 14 treadle Macomber loom. Sett 28 (14 dent reed).
- Warp: cotton crochet cotton (tie-downs) and unmercerized 10/2 cotton.
- Tabby Weft: 10/2 unmercerized cotton.
- Pattern Weft: cotton chenille.
Original pattern based on 1-12-1-point threading, shaft 3 spaces between motifs. Multiple treadles trod on as required, with pickup stick used when needed.
Description: I find creating motifs in Summer/Winter a fun way to add a unique twist to a design. My heart goes out to the boy who lost his hat ………
