Weaving is progressing well.
The fabric is under tension on the loom so it's hard to tell for sure, but I think my changes are going to work well:
- tighter sett (12 instead of 10 e.p.i.)
- different tabby weft (8/4 "rug warp" instead of 4-ply crochet cotton)
The 8/4 isn't what I originally planned to use. But crackle is traditionally used for upholstery fabric, and I reckoned the sturdiest yarns for a stool cushion would wear better.
I discovered that I made a threading error, so that the pattern isn't turning out like the original recipe. I switched two of the blocks. For the fabric's purpose, it really doesn't matter. The colors aren't terribly interesting, but I they are serviceable for the purpose.
As I weave, I can't help but think of the bathroom rag rug. I still want to weave one and I'm wondering if I should try this particular recipe once more. I'm filled with numerous "what if I tried . . . " as I weave, and part of me wants to conquer it. On the other, I wouldn't mind trying something new.
At any rate, the fabric will be off the loom soon, and then I'll have to learn how to make a permanent cushion for my weaving stool.
© October 2024 by Leigh at Leigh's Fiber Journal
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