![]() Some bandweaving rigid heddles even have more than just long slots and holes-they also have pattern slots or two sets of holes or combinations of all 4 for more complex “automated” pattern options. They can also be threaded using hooks, making it easier for weavers with limited hand mobility or vision. These heddles tend to be much narrower than those found on rigid-heddle looms, but they work in the same way: The warp is threaded through slots and holes, and when you lift or lower the heddle, the hole threads are moved up or down with the heddle to create the shed. Long before the rigid-heddle loom, bandweavers used small handheld rigid heddles as shedding devices in their weaving. If you’re not fond of the shedding options on inkle looms or have difficulty threading string heddles, consider looking into a rigid heddle. Photos by Matt Graves unless otherwise noted The bandweaving rigid heddle shown here features slots, holes, and pattern slots. The sharp edge allows you to beat your weft in tighter with less effort, allowing you to weave more efficiently. ![]() No, these shuttles are not for self-protection (although do be careful with them), but rather for beating in the weft. ![]() While an inkle loom and a band shuttle are a great starting point, other tools can help make weaving easier in general-and on your body.įor example, if you look for bandweaving shuttles, you might see some listed as “knife shuttles” or having a “knife edge.” Knife-edge shuttles have one long beveled edge that resembles the edge of a knife (hence the name). When you start bandweaving, all you really need is a way to hold your warp in place and under tension and something with which to beat your weft.
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