	Warp Textures and Crossed Warps
	There are several ways to create texture in a warp made from a smooth yarn. A warp of a solid color allows the texture to be the dominant feature. Flipping the tablets, which changes the twining direction, can be used in combination with turning variations for subtle textures. Warp floats can be created by moving certain tablets out of the pack to "idle" while the rest of the pack is turned. Leaving some holes empty when threading the tablets leaves depressions in the weaving in which the weft shows. The tablets can be moved to a different place in the deck so that warps cross. This can be done in a very controlled way to create more dramatic textures which can resemble cable knitting. Or the tablets can be moved spontaneously to create a more organic effect.

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