Learn the Basics of Project Record Keeping and Planning the Warp & Weft for Your Next Project

Have you ever thought, ‘Gee, I should probably keep some weaving notes, but where do I start?’ or ‘How much fiber do I need for this project?’ Then this mini-workshop is for you.

Whether you weave on a Rigid Heddle, Shaft Loom, Band Loom or something else, this workshop walks you through two helpful worksheets that you can use.

PROJECT RECORD SHEET is a fill in the blank form so you can record the specific details of your project— warp and weft, what loom, heddle/reed size, EPI, PPI, finishing, the sizes on the loom and the final sizes so you can know shrinkage/take-up. Knowing all this info helps you to repeat your project, increase/decrease the finished size accordingly and plan your next project without unforeseen surprises.

The WARP & WEFT WORKSHEET will help you figure out how much warp and weft you’ll need. Whether you use this paper form or one of many online forms – this workshop will help clarify the info required, so you can be a whiz at project planning. We will also discuss, the reverse planning, I have xyz yarns, how much can I weave.

Yes, there’s a bit of math, but nothing you can’t handle with a calculator, a measuring tape and a deep breath.

Instructor/Organizer:  Heidi Bennett, SWG  weaver, Rigid Heddle instructor and avid record keeper.

When: Wednesday, 5/21, 7-9pm (1- 2 hours (as needed)

Where:  Zoom

Maximum Participants: 25

Materials Requirements: Print out worksheets, pencil, eraser, 1 yard of yarn, ruler, calculator and a deep breath.

To Sign Up: Send an email to:  miniworkshops@seattleweaversguild.com   Please include Mini Workshops in the subject line.