Ask Madelyn: Adjusting Setts
Is there a cheat sheet telling how to know there is enough of a difference in weight to change setts or is this something that only comes with experience?
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Is there a cheat sheet telling how to know there is enough of a difference in weight to change setts or is this something that only comes with experience?
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Read a weaving book or a good article, visit a weaving exhibit at a museum or gallery, hang out with your guild or study group, in person or online. Wind a warp and pick up a shuttle when you can.
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