Baby Blankie

Season 1 - Foundation · 3 replies · 409 views · 3 followers

Deya

7 months ago

Hi Jane & Team,
I purchased 2 x 1lb cones of Monte Cristo cotton from you some time ago with the view to making two Baby Blankies. My Project Specs from the October 2015 Weaver’s Retreat doesn’t include the warp length. I’ve spent quite some time using a couple of different formulas to calculate warp length, including the pdf from Season 1, but my figures come in over the amount of the two cones. Could you please tell me the warp length of the “Baby Blankie with cording & denting” pattern?
Thank you, Deya

Sandra Mod

7 months ago

Hi Deya - the warp length for 1 blanket (including fringe) is 2 ½ yards - for a 274-end blanket. You wouldn't need to double the warp to weave two without cutting them off in between - the fringes for two blankets will make a nice divider between the 2 blankies. I hope your sheet has all the other relevant information on it...........

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diane gordon

6 months ago

Hi Deya
I want to weave a baby blanket for a friend and have never woven any blanket before. Can you share the project draft or refer me to where I can find it? Thanks. Diane

Deya

6 months ago

Hi Diane, the draft is sold as part of the Monte Cristo Baby Blanket kit in the JST shop. Go to Shop, Kits, then Blankets & you’ll find the MC Baby Blanket kit there.
Regards, Deya

Deya

7 months ago

Hi Sandra, thank you for your prompt reply, yes, I have all the other information required. I’m looking forward to starting my warp today!

Deya

7 months ago

Hi Sandra, warp completed & on the loom. The Warp Threading Sequence says to “thread 2 ends together in one heddle”. After threading 44 ends in tabby, the 2 ends are then placed in a separate heddle, before recommencing the next 44 ends in tabby. My question is which heddle to thread them in in order to maintain the integrity of the pattern? Your explanation of the sequence would be appreciated.

Sandra Mod

7 months ago

Good morning Deya, this is one of those times you have to take Jane's instructions literally, and trust yourself as you follow her directions. If you look at the graph on page 2 you'll see that the 2 ends move up through the blanket as you thread. This gives a beautiful, subtle frame to your blankies as you weave. I've woven these blankies several times and it's worth doing. Thread, dent and start weaving and you'll see the pattern quietly appearing in these beautifully soft, white baby blankets. Deep breath and happy weaving.

Deya

7 months ago

Hi Sandra, I don’t have page 2 or the graph that you have mentioned, only the single page which was included in the Deluxe and Delicious Weaving Patterns booklet that I received at the 2015 Weaver’s Retreat which I attended. I wove the Baby Blankie at the retreat and still have it here with me in Australia to refer to.
My Specs Warp Threading Sequence says:
Thread 44 ends, one per heddle then thread 2 ends in one heddle. Repeat this sequence 5 more times. End with your last 44 ends, one per heddle.

The threading graph included is only showing plain weave, ie, 1234.
I can see from my own sample that the double threads blend into the pattern but am unsure about their threading in the heddles. Could you please send me the complete instructions as it appears that the single page from the Retreat is incomplete.
Kind regards, Deya

Sandra Mod

7 months ago

Hi Deya, could you send an email to the office telling them your story and ask them to please send you the full pattern pdf? I’m not on Salt Spring Island and one of the folks in the Studio should be able to help you solve your particular problem with accessing that pattern. Also mention that you purchased your Monte Cristo from JST. [email protected]