so glad that was helpful to you!

I haven't had an issue with it personally.

yes, although it would likely be easiest if you took the groups of ends off the sticks, or at least had enough warp in front of the sticks to overlap the ends.

@@rocklakeweaving1142 great thanks, I might try it on a hand dyed warp

I don't know specifically, it would depend on the shop. If you need a half pound RIGHT NOW, then I would use a "local" shop, even if it was a little more money. If you are doing larger orders, and don't mind waiting for shipping, then direct is likely more cost effective. Definitely reach out to Brassard and research it to compare costs specific to your location though. They are wonderful to work with.

Glad it was helpful!

It really does make counting larger numbers much faster and easier.

You are so welcome!

Glad it was helpful!

Happy to help!

AVL is a brand of loom.

Thank you for the feedback. For this video, I was focusing on how to manage multiple colours in particular, so I didn't worry too much about how to wind that actual warp. I will add that to my list of videos to make in the future.

It works well for me!

It took a bit of time, and I had to take all the heddles off the loom, and put them all back on, but I am really glad that I did it.

You are so welcome!

Any time!

Finding a new tool is always exciting!

Thank you so much! I try to share things that I do to make my own weaving easier or more efficient, so other weavers can try out those methods, and see if they work for them! Happy weaving!

You are most welcome!

sometimes, scissors are the best answer!

you are welcome!

I have used 8/4 for blankets and bath towels, as well as hand towels. 8/2 is my first choice for dish towels. Both yarns are great.

@@rocklakeweaving1142 Thanks. I am buying a 60" loom specifically because I want to weave throw blankets and was leaning towards 8/4 for those and, like you said, larger towels. What sett do you tend to use when using 8/4 for blankets and bath towels?

@@thevagabondonwheels4918 I usually use about 12 epi for plain weave with 4/8 cotton, and a little higher for twills.

They do sell to the US, I don’t think there are any minimum orders, but check with them via email to be sure.

It really makes a difference!

So glad that you found it helpful!

You are welcome! Happy weaving!

Yes, getting it right at the peg would result in a tiny bit less waste, but it is so minimal that I generally don't worry about it too much. That would be different if I was using a very expensive yarn though.

I definitely can (and do!!) make mistakes!

I think you are referring to the tape on each section? those ones are not numbered, they are holding the yarn in each section in place while I wind on the other sections. I like every yard, because it is like a quick countdown, but each weaver should do whatever works for them. :)

@@rocklakeweaving1142 Oh that makes so much more sense. LOL I should have known!

Thank you!! I am packaging the 65 this morning, and will finish the addon order (another 25 towels) next week.

Thank you!

Glad you think so!

Yes, it is already beamed. It is fine to have some threads crossing between the heddles and the back beam.

Theoretically you could measure one large chain, and then separate 1" sections off to measure one at a time, but I find it easier to measure individual chains from the start. You CAN beam a sectional with a single large chain, but it is akin to beaming a plain beam, and requires some mental and physical gymnastics, and a friend along for the ride definitely helps.

Yes. I will unweave if the weft is expensive, or it is only a half inch or so. IF it is more, it is more efficient to cut it out. I CAREFULLY spread the warp ends at the selvedge, and clip the weft ends, then pull them out. I will see if I can get a short video of that the next time I am at the studio.

You are welcome!

You are most welcome!

Thanks, I have done this for years, but I just realised that others might want to try it too!

It works best if you can use multiples of the number of threads in the dents, but it definitely helps me avoid mistakes.

I am happy that you have a new tool to make weaving easier. :) (smile emoji)

The tester magnifies so you can count the ends.

It depends. For this warp I did not, because it was more efficient to measure the ends for 4” of width at once. (I have 2” sections).

It really does help.(well, most of the time)

They really are wonderful for weaving with a lot of colour changes, and they sit really nicely in my hand.

It is a variation of draft #246 from Carol Stricklers book of 8 shaft patterns. One of my favourite draft sources!

You are very welcome!