There are times when weaving a 'full sized' sample is a good idea. With this warp, there was a dual purpose - I was becoming friendly with the Megado, so I didn't want to commit to a long/wide warp. A scarf warp seemed ideal. With the goal of getting some shawls made, weaving some scarves to 'prove' the loom and the concept seemed like a really good idea.
This week has been busy so I haven't done much in the studio - at all. But I did get the scarves fringe twisted, then run through the washer/dryer last night. With such a small load it wasn't worthwhile to fire up the big industrial steam press, so I did them on the small flat bed press. The problem with the small press is the much smaller bed, and the fact it doesn't apply pressure evenly. Or as evenly as I would like. So I'm going to burnish the surface of the scarves with the hand iron. Just as soon as Doug gets back from the annex, where it is currently stored.
Sigh.
On the other hand, I can see well enough that the combination is good. The epi, yarn choices and weave structure seem to be playing well together. I started getting the Megado ready to beam the warp, but errands took priority and nothing will happen before tomorrow now.
In the meantime, while I wait for Doug to get back with the hand iron, I will start reading the written work from the box of Olds homework that arrived yesterday.
Unfortunately I'm running out of afternoon and may not get all three scarves done before it is time to eat and head for the guild room. I have to go up early tonight and open the room for drop in.
Tomorrow I need to start packing for the trip. Doug has the laundry caught up so it shouldn't take very long. I just like to do it a few days before I leave in case I forget something and can just toss it in with the rest of the stuff.
Currently Reading The Comforts of Home by Susan Hill.
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