WEAVING TECHNIQUES

√Plain Weave

Plain weave is the most fundamental type of textile weave which forms a strong, durable, and versatile
cloth.

•In plain weave, the warp and weft are interlaced in a basic crisscross pattern, with the weft thread
passing over the warp in an ‘over and under’ sequence. This results in a checkerboard style appearance
which you can see if you closely examine a plain-weave textile, such as cotton poplin.

√Twill

Twill is among the most widely used weaves within textile production. Easily identified by its pattern of
diagonal lines, twill weave is used to create strong fabrics such as tweed, gabardine, and of course,
denim.

•twill weave is formed by passing the weft yarn under and over multiple warp yarns, in an alternating
sequence which creates a diagonal ribbed pattern on fabrics surface.

√Satin

Satin weave creates a super smooth fabric that has a soft hand and drapes well.

•This weave is achieved by ‘floating’ the warp or weft yarn over four or more of the opposite yarn. The
floating yarn is then passed under one of the opposite yarn before repeating the process again.

√ Basket weave

•Basket Weave is highly similar to plain weave. The same plain weave pattern is followed, but with two
or more yarns combined and woven as one (the number of yarns used is even and consistent
throughout).

√Jacquard

Jacquard weave refers to a weaving process that creates a bespoke patterns or image within a fabric.

•A Jacquard weave is produced on a special loom called the Jacquard Loom, which uses a vast series of
hole-punched cards to control which yarns are raised during the weaving process, allowing patterns of
endless complexity to be woven into the cloth.

√Dobby

Dobby weaves are those which contain small geometric patterns, produced on a Dobby loom. •The
Dobby loom is almost like a simplified Jacquard loom, which uses an attachment known as a “Dobby” to
control the lifting of the warp threads, thus allowing the creation of uniform patterns.

√Leno

•Also known as Gauze or Cross weaving, Leno weave is a weave in which two warp yarns twist and grip
tightly around the weft yarns. This makes for a more open weave that can be woven tightly for shirting or
left completely loose to resemble netting or mesh.
•• Here’s a are more detailed steps for each of the weaving techniques;

Plain Weave:

Step 1: Prepare the warp by measuring and threading the desired number of warp threads through the
heddles on the loom.

Step 2: Attach the warp ends to the loom’s front and back beams and tension them.

Step 3: Begin weaving by passing the weft thread over the first warp thread and under the second.

Step 4: Continue the over-under pattern, alternating the weft thread’s path in each row.

Step 5: After each pass, beat down the weft using a beater to the weft tightly.

Step 6: Continue weaving until the desired fabric length is achieved.

Twill Weave

Step 1: Set up the warp by threading the loom with the desired number of warp threads.

Step 2: Begin weaving by passing the weft thread over two or more warp threads and then under one or
more, creating a diagonal pattern.

Step 3: Repeat the over-under pattern consistently in each row, creating the diagonal twill effect.

Step 4: Use a beater to pack down the weft thread after each pass to ensure a tight weave.

Step 5: Continue weaving in the twill pattern until the desired fabric size is reached.

Satin Weave

Step 1: Set up the warp on the loom, threading the desired number of warp threads.

Step 2: Begin weaving by passing the weft thread over a specific number of warp threads (usually four or
more) and then under one warp thread.

Step 3: Repeat this pattern consistently to create the satin weave.

Step 4: Gently beat down the weft thread to maintain a smooth, shiny surface.

Step 5: Continue weaving in the satin pattern until the fabric reaches the desired length.

Basket Weave:

Step 1: Prepare the warp and attach it to the loom.

Step 2: Begin weaving by passing the weft thread over and under multiple warp threads in a specific
pattern.

Step 3: Consistently repeat the over-under pattern to create the basket weave.

Step 4: After each pass, use a beater to pack down the weft thread.
Step 5: Continue weaving until the fabric reaches the desired size.

Jacquard Weave:

Step 1: Set up the warp with a jacquard loom that uses a punched card system or computer control.

Step 2: Design the pattern using punched cards or digital software.

Step 3: The loom follows the design, lifting and lowering specific warp threads according to the pattern.

Step 4: Weave the weft thread through the raised and lowered warp threads as indicated by the design.

Step 5: Continue weaving to complete the fabric with the intricate jacquard pattern.

Dobby Weave:

Step 1: Set up the warp on a dobby loom, which allows for more complex patterns.

Step 2: Design the pattern using the dobby mechanism or computer control.

Step 3: The loom raises and lowers specific warp threads based on the design.

Step 4: Pass the weft thread through the manipulated warp threads as directed by the design.

Step 5: Continue weaving to create the desired pattern with the dobby loom.

Leno Weave:

Step 1: Set up the warp on the loom.

Step 2: Use a leno attachment on the loom to twist adjacent pairs of warp threads, creating an open and
airy structure.

Step 3: Pass the weft thread through the twisted warp threads.

Step 4: Gently beat down the weft thread.

Step 5: Continue weaving until the desired fabric with the leno weave is achieved.

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