Jodi breaks down the math (yes friends, there is some math!) required to figure out how much yarn you need in easy, manageable bites. By the end of the episode you will have all the tools you need to determine how much yarn you need for your warp and your weft. Happy weaving!

How Much Yarn Do I Need for My Weaving Project?

Show Notes

Jodi created a FREE guide to calculating how much yarn you need for your project. Click here to get your copy! Be sure to shop her beautiful collections of yarns while you’re there!

Ready to plan your own weaving project but not sure how to start? I’ve got you my friend! My Planning a Weaving Project class takes you through the technical and the design sides of the process. You’ll have everything you need to create your own unique pieces. Click here to learn more.

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One of the major skills every weaver should learn is how to plan your projects from scratch. How do you take a kernel of an idea and make a plan for turning it into your own unique handwoven fabric? Well, my friend, it’s not that hard once you understand how the pieces fit together. And I have a plan to walk you through each and every piece.

So join me for the Planning a Weaving Project Class and open up an entirely new world where all your great ideas can be transformed into incredible projects for you to enjoy.

Class Format

This live class is broken into 2 parts, so you can pick and choose which one will best help you on your weaving journey. Select one class or both – you have options.

Part 1: Technical

The first part of our Planning a Weaving Project Class is all about the numbers and the strategy for making your idea a reality. We’ll cover:

• How to figure the best length for your warp
• How to determine an appropriate width for your project
• How to make a guestimate for the weft

Part 2: Design

The second part of our Planning a Weaving Project Class is all about design and translating the ideas in your head.  We’ll go over:

• Basic design principles to create an interesting fabric (ex. balance, scale)
• Selecting and working with materials
• How to effectively use your pattern
• How color can support your project goals

Both Part 1 & Part 2

To attend both classes, the cost is $89.

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Sett refers to the spacing between the warp yarns in your project. And when you talk about sett, you also talk about epi – ends per inch. EPI is the actual number you use. For instance, if you have 12 warp yarns in 1 inch, you are using a 12 epi.

When someone asks you, “What sett did you use for your project?”, you respond “I used 12 epi.”. Easy as that! Well, maybe there’s a little more to it. Tune into this week’s episode of A Handwoven Experience to find out!

Show Notes –

Master Yarn Chart – Handwoven magazine (which is now part of Long Thread Media) has a very extensive yarn chart (9 pages!) that includes suggested setts for each yarn, plus some other valuable information. In their chart, they have 3 suggested setts for each – the middle sett is for plain weave. If you are an information junkie, this document will make you simply giddy! With over 400 different yarns, you will always be in the know. You can download a copy for yourself right here. 

How to determine your sett? – Gist published a great post about determining your sett with an unknown yarn – which happens! I like the way they walk you through the terms and show you how to do it. Definitely worth a read! Click here to see more. 

Acton Creative Insiders – 

Have you heard the great news? I’ve partnered with Patreon to bring you the Acton Creative Insiders! This monthly membership offers you a behind-the-scenes look at life as a weaver. You’ll get discounts on products and classes. Plus, you are the first to know about all the good stuff coming down the pike (because you’ll get to help create it)!

Have I piqued your interest? Want to know more? This link will take you right to the AC Insiders page where you can see more details and register today! I can’t wait to have you as part of the team!

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