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How to measure gradients

After a somewhat lengthy break, I’m working on my next baby wrap warp. This one is for CT and TS. Instead of taking still shots of my bouts, I thought I’d try a different route this time, showing what is involved in measuring a warp, especially the gradient section. I tried my hand at another video, and although this is my third try, it was nowhere near as tricky as the last one, when I had to figure out how to suspend the tripod over my head.

Note that I mis-spoke in two places. First I said I was using 2 strands of lavender when it was actually magenta. Then I told you I had the incorrect number of threads…you’ll see me count to confirm that I have the number I need; clearly I couldn’t talk and count at the same time. Regardless, I think you’ll find it interesting to see the process. (SO WEIRD! When I preview I see the correct video. When I post I see the prior weaving with sequins video. I’m working on fixing that. Bear with me.)

It’s been a whole week since I last posted. In the meantime I went to a Weaver’s Guild meeting and saw a great presentation on art quilts by an AMAZING quilter, Pat Pauly. I also met with 2 other Guild members who are interested in exploring working toward a Certificate of Excellence with the Handweavers Guild of America. A daunting task, indeed, and I’m not sure if I’ll go all the way…it’s a B.I.G job…some people have spent many hours each week for years to prepare all the needed materials and samples! But I’m confident that no matter how far I proceed down that path, it will be worth it and I’ll learn things.

I went to Rochester’s First Friday, a monthly event focusing on art and artists. It was fun and interesting. I didn’t buy anything this month, but I did gather some business cards from people whose work intrigued or inspired me.

I spent more than 5 hours taking an online Defensive Driving course. I do this every 3 years to get a discount on my car insurance, and to remind me of things I need to pay attention to when I’m behind the wheel.

On the home front I also beamed and woven my next hand painted warp. I’ll show you more in the next post, when I have both this and the first wet finished and pressed. I’ll just tell you that as much as I didn’t like how the rayon warp looked or worked, I loved the silk warp twice as much. Now you’ll have to come back to see it!

4 comments to How to measure gradients

  • Perry

    thank you for the video Peg. I still warp on a warping board!!..but a mill is faster.

  • Peg Cherre

    Thanks, Theresa & Alma. Clearly you both saw the correct video. I’m glad.

    Regarding COE, I’m not sure how far I’ll proceed. I, too, don’t want to make it be a horrible chore, but, being mostly self taught, there are tons of things I don’t know, and many more that I don’t know the correct terminology for, so that’s my motivation. So did you get your Level I COE, Theresa? Or do you mean the first exercise?

    Alma – Michael didn’t make my warping mill. I had a small homemade one that a woodworking friend back in Friendship modified for me so it would hold all the yarn I needed it to.

  • Alma

    Wow, that was illuminating! Did Michael make that mill for you? It sure IS all about counting – – I wouldn’t have said that any of us had a strong mathematical bent, we’re so verbal, but you’re right – – that IS what we all do. I like it when I reach a point where I can put the mind on autopilot and just continue until I get to a certain length or until the pattern changes, or something. This wrap is going to be awfully pretty when complete!

  • Well, it has certainly confirmed that gradients are both beautiful and very time consuming done right! Nice little video though even with the two small mistakes.
    It sounds like you are loving your new place, so much to do! First Fridays often are inspiring for certain.
    I got through the very first level of the COE. Beyond that it gets way to complex and the one thing I learned about weaving and myself is that I prefer not to turn a what is a hobby for me into work I have to do.
    Pets for Mr. Jack please.

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