S p a c e d - O u t Tablet Warps

[spaced-out sampler with basket weave, log cabin, double-cloth and gauze weave]

Tablet weaving is usually thought of as a technique for creating a firm, narrow, completely warp-faced band. However, when a reed is used to space out the warp threads, you can control the sett, and can weave soft, flexible fabrics with tablets. The weft also becomes an important design element. You can weave many different structures, and can change from one to another at any time. This is a great technique for spinners who would like to be able to weave scarves, but don't want to invest in a loom; or for any creative, innovative weaver. I was inspired by Herbi Gray's book, On-Loom Cardweaving: A Modern Extension of an Ancient Craft.

Instead of a loom, you can simply use a board and tensioning blocks. Make a continuous warp; then cut the ends and thread them through a reed scrap that is left hanging loose on the warp. Beating with the reed scrap keeps the warps s p a c e d - o u t ! Learn to set up the warp, and weave a sampler that includes warp twining, basket weave, log cabin, plain weave double cloth, and gauze weave. You can find my article "S p a c e d - O u t Tablet Warps!" in Weaver's, Issue 40, Summer 1998, p. 46-49. Students must know how to make a continuous warp and should have a basic understanding of warp twining.

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