Using a temple for waffle and huck weave

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Rhoda

almost 2 years ago

I'm only on Season 2 right now and I am trying to remember if Jane mentioned anywhere about using or not using a temple. I've been using her technique so far to beat on an open shed and haven't had any issues with draw-in, but I've never done waffle weave or huck on my floor loom yet. I have a huck and waffle weave pattern that calls for using a temple and waxing the floating selvedge threads to prevent draw-in for cotton dishtowels, but I'm wondering if that's necessary if I continue to beat on an open shed. I don't know if this is the proper thread to post this, so if there's a video that addresses this, feel free to let me know. Thanks!

Jane Stafford Mod

almost 2 years ago

Hi Rhoda, I do not use a temple. Waffle weave is going to draw-in because of the nature of the structure....it is a very 3 dimensional weave structure so I just let it do its thing in the weaving. If you beat on an open shed and let it take what it needs you will be just fine. I’ve done a lot of huck and waffle together...we have a kit called Huckleberry Waffle and no one has had a problem weaving that....other than they wish their warp was longer :)

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Rhoda

almost 2 years ago

Thanks, Jane! I will save myself the bucks it costs to buy one of those things (and the time it takes to continually move it) and use it for yarn instead--maybe your Huckleberry Waffle kit!! :)

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jollyjeanne

almost 2 years ago

I did check all the Ts for Temple in all the Season Episodes and found nothing and checked S for selvedge and found a draw in unrelated to temple. Glad Jane clarified with such a quick response. I am working on 'never' having to use a temple, we shall see!

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Rhoda

almost 2 years ago

Jeanne, I forgot to thank you for taking the time to look this up! I tried to do a search for it as well, but wasn't sure if I was looking in the right place.

Jane Stafford Mod

almost 2 years ago

Hi Jeanne, Life without a temple is grand :) Throw, beat, change, beater back...that is my mantra for good selvedges. I expect to see at least 1/2” to 3/4” draw-in because that is the selvedge forming the nice tight edge.

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jollyjeanne

almost 2 years ago

Jane, I appreciate all your enthusiasm and support. I have MS but am not defined by it yet the less manipulation of tools the better for me in enjoyment and success in weaving. Weaving without a temple will be a joy!! Living in a rural area, your guild has offered me a quality in life I would otherwise not experience merely from books while allowing me to be more creative in design and application. Appreciate you, your sense of humor, weaving education and approach and your generosity of spirit to community and the world. Words cannot fully express my gratitude for the thread that binds.

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Rhoda

almost 2 years ago

I am with you in being so appreciative of Jane's teaching since I also live in a rural area and the towns that I live near don't really have any weaving instruction classes. Jane's teaching style is so refreshing and fun; she makes learning to be "easy-peasy"!! (yes, I love that term and use it often) So sorry about the MS, but I"m glad you can still weave. I hope you can continue to weave for many years.

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jollyjeanne

almost 2 years ago

Rhoda, I am in agreement, Jane has such a pure spirit and is exceptional at what she does. As for me, I am right where I need to be and trust I will weave and encourage my passion especially to the creative young till the end of my days! What a Blessing! Life is good and an adventure for sure. Wishing you joy on your pathway.

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Jane Stafford Mod

almost 2 years ago

Aww Jeanne, you made me cry. I love your last line....the thread that binds. So true, we are all connected through thread. Xoxo Jane

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JOANN ALIDINA

10 months ago

How much draw in should I calculate for a waffle weave pattern? I am using 6/2 cotton to make a thicker towel. Thanks. Jo