I am weaving a 'library' of samples right now and this section is alternating between 1:3 and 2:2 twill.
Rather than spend a bunch of time on the floor changing the tie up, I opted instead to just use a direct tie up (essentially a 1:3 twill) and when a 2:2 twill is required, I just use two feet.
Much more efficient than constantly changing the actual tie up and way less time spent on the floor doing it.
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I took a weaving class where direct tie-up was required and I’m so glad it was. It felt like the equivalent of learning DOS before using Windows.
When changing treadlings frequently a direct tie up really is much more efficient. Plus you have to really *learn* the weave structure. :)
What is the purpose of:
1. Treadles with direct tie-up and
2. Treadles with combination tie-up Please?
Treadles make weaving more efficient. How they are tied up is a choice based on what you want to do. Many weave structures have a set combination of sheds that require 2 up, 2 down, other have other options. If you want to be more flexible, a direct tie up allows for more options in terms of creating the sheds. That's the 'short' answer. If you need a longer one, email me laura at laurafry dot com
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