Warping independently - you can do it!

[@ceebgee2520]

This is one of those " I wish I had thought of that" when I have been struggling with warping. Thank you so much for your generous sharing of tips to help make us better weavers.

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome!

[@ileanacalmar8749]

Cum as putea sa cumpar un telaio si ieu sunt în italia as vrea sa stiu cit costa de marimea asta las vrea

[@richardcox7926]

I always warp myself. I am working on a 52 inche wide warp. It is 20 yards long. I have been professionally weaving since 1975. I have woven a couple thousand scarves, endless numbers of shawls and throws and rugs. I dye most of the fibers I use. I would say I have put more than the hours of weaving that makes me one of the most experienced weavers in the US, I am 72. Like I said my warp I am putting on is 15 epi and 52 inches. The more you weave the more you know and you can solve any problem and solve any problem and I still find ways of doing things different. Be free to make mistakes. I don't roll paper into the warp. Have fun, relax weave. It's a beautiful thing. 😊

[@cedarpentowski5452]

Do you necessarily need something to seperate the thread?? I usually find putting the seperater to be harder than actually warping the yarn on, the paper always rips and messes with tension

[@jeanchristopherson]

Brilliant! Plus I love the idea of having the warp spread out, almost like having a raddle!

[@katesterner]

Very helpful, thank you. I live by myself, so this tip is really applicable to my situation.

[@KellyCasanova]

Great to hear that it could be helpful to you 😀

[@wvblue4658]

I do something similar using a stainless steel shower rod to hold my warp. I won't go into the differences in how I wind but when I get the warp wound on, I place a strip of painters tape across the top threads on the bar before I cut the loops at the end. Then I flip the taped ends over the back of the heddle while I pull the lower threads to the bottom of the slots and slip knot them out of the way. Then I remove the top threads from the tape one at a time and thread them through the holes - much faster and the threads are never twisted when I weave to the end of the warp.

[@vickielitterell5496]

Kelly, I love that you continually come up with new and different ideas for making it easier to warp

[@LuCaFuVa]

Although I have created a "tension device" with 4 dowels, I really appreciate all the effort and love that you put in showing so many different ways of doing this. You fill the weaver's life with hope, variety and creativity. Thank you. Oh! I also wanted to say that not only you and the school have been mentioned in many other youtube channels as an excellent resource for weaving, but also many of us really appreciate the charisma you show when helping us in the weaving world ❤

[@KellyCasanova]

Thank you very much! 🥰

[@shelleymcdaniel42]

Good to know I’m not the only one who does this. Makes for such even threads and tension

[@penelope8980]

Help with warping is something I need. This sounds like a very good and simple method that I will certainly try. Thanks for your help!

[@KellyCasanova]

You’re welcome, I hope it helps!

[@karibuchanan8738]

Kelly, I love how the warp was spread on the pick up stick. I think that might be useful with other warping techniques.

[@tsoonklah]

Thaaaaaank you! Toyed with doing this since I have a 32” loom

[@lindabeagley4114]

That’s brilliant Kelly shall give it ago when I next warp the loom ,save me getting my husband to hold it thank you 😍

[@KellyCasanova]

You’re welcome 😊

[@quix66hiya22]

Great idea! Really helped this new weaver feel more confident. Thanks.

[@KellyCasanova]

Wonderful, thank you!

[@tracydally1]

Thank you so much for sharing this demonstration! Great idea utilizing the tools you may already have on hand.

[@KellyCasanova]

I'm always looking for ways to multi purpose my tools, my frugal mindset and a desire for less clutter I think! 😀

[@patytrico]

I use a broom stick and clamps 😉

[@KellyCasanova]

Perfect 🥰

[@dorym8045]

I know I could never have thought of this! Practical genius!🎉🎉❤

[@yarncloud8121]

I've been warping from the stand since you first showed that method. It's great for long warps or if you are not using a table. This is also a great idea. Thank you.

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome!

[@lisainthelowlands]

I have just recently brought myself a loom. Started making my first scarf and have had to stop because all my warp threads in the middle were loose. This has literally saved me ! Thank you so so much 😊

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome!

[@kaybee_en]

I needed a boost of enthusiasm from you again, thank you!! Having many looms yet not doing any weaving on any of them right now, has put me in a bit of a funk. Thank you for being you and. thank you for this great idea. I have grabbed my little loom now, placed it on the table, grabbed my ball of cotton yarn, and will be warping it up today with a new project.

[@KellyCasanova]

Yay, wonderful to hear that! ❤

[@homedecor6915]

As a newbie (I have a rigid heddle loom 24", but haven't started weaving yet), I find your information and procedures very educational! I am looking to have an enjoyable new hobby....~ Blessings!

[@KellyCasanova]

I'm sure you will love it 😀

[@Sue-ec6un]

Very good ideas. I use a large, heavy dowel rod as the warping peg then the weight of the dowel keeps nice tension for the wind on. It has worked magnificently! Thanks for the idea, would be great for shorter warps.

[@wildyarns1894]

Thanks so much Kelly, I’ve behaving trouble warping on, one my own, so this is a really good solution for me. Really appreciate you sharing this. Thanks again!!! ❤❤

[@emelielindberg5713]

This is great, just what I needed! Thank you 🙌🏻

[@KellyCasanova]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SingSumKun]

Incredibly straightforward! Thank you!

[@beverlyhads5813]

This is the way I have always done mine, works great too

[@jirup]

With the separator, the paper grocery bags from Woolies open out to fit a 24" rigid heddle loom perfectly.

[@KellyCasanova]

Nice to know!

[@AngelaZappia]

This is such a good idea - I am going to order clamps immediately - thank you

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome!

[@mastinomama8939]

Thank you, Kelly! The warping of my Ashford 120 cm will be much easier this way!

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome 😀

[@weavingwithambrosia]

I’ve started using just a little masking type to hold the paper it’s been a life saver lol

[@KellyCasanova]

Good idea!

[@TamarLitvot]

You always have such good tips. Thanks!

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome!

[@adamakaru2683]

Thank you I learned, so much looking for more.

[@nette8342]

Thank you for this great way to warp alone Kelly, I have been wanting to do a big warp so rather than doing it at club I wanted to do it at home as I take so long to do it because of back problems, I can relax and take breaks without stressing. I just need to buy the clamps which I assume Bunnings will have.

[@KellyCasanova]

Yes, Bunnings has them 😊

[@lorialma2235]

Ahhhh! This is exactly what I needed! Gonna go try it right now ! Thank you!!

[@gaibutler3254]

Great method for winding on Kelly. I use a warping board to make the warp independent of the loom, but still sometimes struggle with winding on. I'll be using this method of winding on next time. Thank you for another great idea!

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome! 🥰

[@sheilaadams3260]

This looks great. I do have a question about doing it alone. My loom is on a stand. I don’t have a big table to set it on and have the warp supported. If I was to take it off the stand, how do I get it back on by myself after it is warped. Do you have any recommendations of how this would work? As always, I love your posts and your clearly presented videos. Many, many thanks.

[@KellyCasanova]

Have you thought about just warping from the stand? I have a video on how to do that.

[@valeriamarcarini441]

Great idea! Many thanks, Kelly! Kind regards from Italy! All the best!🎉

[@KellyCasanova]

Thank you! ☺️

[@emmahopkins319]

What a great idea! I wish i could direct warp but typical small uk house means i havent got anywhere in the house with enough room to do it so i have to indirect warp using the back of my kromski.

[@MarySparks-sl8jk]

This is so helpful! I’ve been having trouble keeping the threads straight and consistently tensioned while rolling them on, especially with longer warps. Problem solved! Thank you!

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome!

[@magpieandmolly]

This is genius! Thank you for sharing!

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome!

[@palmasmyth6605]

Thanks for this video.❤❤❤

[@KellyCasanova]

You're most welcome!

[@patytrico]

Thank you, Teacher!

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome! ☺️

[@estellethomson9048]

Just watched your video.....your instructions are always so clear and easy to follow (for a beginner like myself). You are appreciated & inspiring Kelly. Keep on weaving!

[@KellyCasanova]

Thank you so much!

[@MM-th4zu]

Nice idea, thank you! 😆

[@juliegermond3092]

I loved this! I'm pretty new at this, and I am very appreciative of this video! I'll try this next time, Kelly. Thank you!

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome!

[@neilstephen6761]

Thank you for sharing

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome!

[@murielvancraenenbroeck3359]

Thank you so much Kelly, I have been struggling with this part of weaving. Definitely will try it 🙂

[@KellyCasanova]

Hope it helps!

[@wjblake66]

Thanks for this Kelly. Great idea which I'll definitely use.

[@KellyCasanova]

Great, thanks for watching!

[@perreaultdanielle7230]

Thank you very much It's a great idea

[@KellyCasanova]

You're very welcome! 🥰

[@cherylboomhower6418]

Thank you so much I will definitely try this😊

[@lorispeed5517]

I'm going to give this a try!

[@KellyCasanova]

Hope you like it! 😀

[@carolroche9373]

Thanks, Kelly. I’ll definitely this

[@KellyCasanova]

Thanks Carol, I hope you find it helpful 😊

[@marianedwards5077]

That's so awesome thank you 😊

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome!

[@ingagiesbrecht7972]

You explained this well! Thank you!

[@KellyCasanova]

Thanks! 😀

[@marie-annesteen7728]

Thank you🙏

[@finnagain6249]

Perfect!! Thank you for the tip!

[@HiddenOaksFarm]

Awesome, Thanks

[@KellyCasanova]

You're welcome!

[@elizabethsielaff3414]

Will try this next RH warp...so clever! Thx :-)

[@KellyCasanova]

Hope you find it helpful 😀

[@elizabethsielaff3414]

@@KellyCasanova I will let you know :-)

[@TLL65]

This is fantastic! I will be trying this.

[@KellyCasanova]

Terrific! 😀

[@carpenc1]

Genius!!! Thank you!!

[@KellyCasanova]

😀

[@sharijd726]

This is brilliant, thank you!

[@KellyCasanova]

You're very welcome! 😊

[@janiceparks5758]

Do you have a class on weaving drafts for dumbys

[@KellyCasanova]

I have a Weaving Draft Workshop here - kelly-casanova-weaving-lessons.teachable.com/p/how-to-read-a-weaving-draft

[@elizabethblake8802]

Also, you mention a video where you show how to warp using a stand. Would very much appreciate that link to that. Thanks

[@KellyCasanova]

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[@rambolinda]

Great idea! Thank you!!!

[@KellyCasanova]

You're most welcome!

[@cmaur811]

Very cool..

[@denisedugan3561]

I cannot waot to try this. I live alone, and this is my achilles heel. I have yet to have great tension after winding on. Ty

[@KellyCasanova]

I hope you find it's just what you need Denise 😊

[@MarkreeWoolCraft]

That is brilliant. No need to only warp my loom when my husband is available to hold the warp 😂

[@elizabethblake8802]

Wonderful! I have been struggling so much with warping myself. What size spring clamps are you using? It seems there are many different sizes.

[@KellyCasanova]

I believe many different sizes would work but mine are around 9".

[@katebeale369]

Kelly that's awesome! Sometimes it has been like a wrestling match 😂

[@craftylady3129]

This a great idea. I have so .uch problem warping by myself. I procrastinate warping because i have sp much problem What size spring clamp are those you use? Amazon has a few different size. Thank you. I am going to try it.

[@KellyCasanova]

I'll have to check the sizing and let you know.

[@KellyCasanova]

These are most similar to the clamps I use - amzn.to/3RAwemL

[@The_loopy_knitter]

Any suggestions for warping in a tiny home without a table or stand? I don’t have room for either. 🥰

[@KellyCasanova]

Do you have a flat surface like a kitchen bench you could clamp the loom to? Some space challenged weavers will use a small fold out table.

[@The_loopy_knitter]

@@KellyCasanova haha, nope, my living space is super small, my table is only 20x27” and the largest open area is only 21x36”. But I ended up drilling a piece of wood to the foot of my anchored bed, so I can clamp the peg unto it and still be able to open the fridge. I can set on the bed and hold the loom to keep the tension while turning the knob. I don’t think any of my projects so far need to be longer than the bed. 🤣🤣🤣 During the summer I can build a table outside to set up my warping threads. In the winter I will need to be inventive. Thank you though.

[@KellyCasanova]

@@The_loopy_knitter Good on you for looking for solutions. I know a lot of weavers who travel in mobile homes over summer and warp outside using picnic tables.

[@janiceparks5758]

Hi Kelly, I'm new at treddle weaving and I can't get the draft though my head. I've got threading the headdles but the treaddling square gets me.and do you do a pick of your other yarn day like your doing a twell

[@KellyCasanova]

I'm a little confused by your question Janice? Are you trying to use a weaving draft to weave on a table or floor loom?

[@NVeslava]

Тоже интересный способ. Видела. как мужчина привязывал бутыль с водой к такой планке для натяжения нитей, но и этот способ удачный, если длины стола хватает.

[@kalpanashankar2300]

How would this technique work for a long warp where you don't have a table that's long?

[@KellyCasanova]

You could either warp from your stand, if you have one - or use a warping board on a smaller table.

[@patticalabrese]

I’ve always warped alone with the crank and yank method, using many fiber types. This looks fraught.

[@KellyCasanova]

Keep doing whatever works best for you 😊

[@saffloweroyl3663]

Your technique may cause my loom to come out of storage

[@KellyCasanova]

Oh gosh, I hope so, looms do not belong in storage! 😀

[@vilajones8625]

I still hate warpping so i don't work kon it

[@KellyCasanova]

The more you work at it, the easier it becomes 😊

[@richardcox7926]

The type of loon you are talking about is more of a hobbyist loom. Classes, if you can teach yourself, you will discover new things yourself. The weavings will reflect you personally and choices. Find an old weaving book, let your creativity and interest fly, relax, have fun. Over the years it will develop. Your weaving will be your own. There are very few rules you need to know about weaving, then weave with abandonment. I do get it that some weavers do it for many reasons. I believe many people don't stick with it. The results of weaving, the things created can be breathtaking. I can still be impressed with the things I make. I have and continue to be a weaver. I plan to weave as long as I am able. Keep challenging yourself. If you buy yarn from the yarn companies, all their yarn looks the same, an is the same. Of you follow others patterns and use the same yarn, it all looks alike. Try using different weights and fiber content for warps. Mix thin and thicker yarns, wools, cotton, rayon,silks, different textures in the same warp. Don't rely on old, standard patterns to add interest. Most repeated patterns, can be boring. We can all follow the set rules. Make your on path as you become a more experienced weaver. Mistakes are good we learn from our mistakes. Your weaving will reflect it. We are capable of more than we think. Take your weaving from looking like a paint by numbere oil painting, to a really truly individualistic piece of weaving. It will have it's own soul and that soul is you.

[@carolroche9373]

Try this 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@KellyCasanova]

That's ok, I understood what you meant 😉

[@lauramartens5516]

Thank you 🙏🏻