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I uploaded a photo of me and the loom at
http://uts.cc.utexas.edu/~llama/fiber/images/twloom.jpg
I really like the long working distance this loom provides. Since the
loom was a prototype, we made it from scrap hardwood lumber. More
pegs could be added to increase the length of the band if needed. I
didn't even use the maximum length here, but have a woven camera
strap connecting each end of the short tablet weaving.
What doesn't show clearly in the photo is the long slot in the middle
horizontal board. That peg can be moved back and forth to adjust
tension and is secured by a square wooden knob.
The only problem I've had with this design is the front end lifts
when packing the warp. I solved this by tying a water-filled liter
bottle to the front vertical board or crossing my legs and putting my
feet on the bottom horizontal board. I want the loom to be light and
portable, so I can deal with this.
Sharon
Hi Sharon,
I'd love to see a photo of your TW loom. I use an inkle loom for
portability and ease of use (i.e., not being tied to anything).
My dh built me a floor model he designed himself from a number of
floor looms I saw on a German site. I need to take a picture of it
too.
Ellen Shipley
http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/philippaschuyler/my_photos
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Sharon Bramblett
Mesquite Bean Llamas
7313 Burleson-Manor Rd.
Manor, TX 78653
http://uts.cc.utexas.edu/~llama
http://www.wssaustin.org/
http://www.kidnewe.com/
http://www.contemporaryhandweaversoftexas.org/
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