Yarn for tartan

[Madpiper1130]

I have just aquired a weaving loom and do not have any idea for a source for yarn. I would like to attempt to weave tartan wide enough for sash material. If there are any weavers out there, please help me get started.

[Chas]

This sounds like a great project. I cannot help in any way, but can I please make a plea.

Please take pictures. Starting now, before you start as it were. And then follow through to what ever conclusion - good or bad. I think I speak for many of us when I say that we would like to see the process and not just the outcome.

Good luck with your endeavours.

Regards

Chas

[brewerpaul]

I have just aquired a weaving loom and do not have any idea for a source for yarn. I would like to attempt to weave tartan wide enough for sash material. If there are any weavers out there, please help me get started.

Not knowing your experience with weaving let me start by telling you about a great book to get you started with the weaving experience. Learning To Weave by Deborah Chandler.

http://www.amazon.com/Learning-Weave...s=loom+weaving


This is an easy to read and comprehend book that is for beginners to experienced. It is geared to the use of the 4 heddle loom be it a table loom or a full size floor model. She walks you through the whole process of yarn choice to the finished product. I have a Leclerc Dorthy table loom and a Leclerc Nilus floor loom and have used this book for setting up both. You learn to weave everything from a straight basket weave to twill weave (which is what kilt fabric is woven). Regardless of what you plan to make this book is a must have learning and reference tool. As far as yarn is concerned I have yet to find a wholesale outlet for larger quantities. I eventually want to weave tartan cloth but know it will cost a bundle if I dont find an outlet. There is the Yarn Barn in Lawrence Kansas.

http://www.yarnbarn-ks.com/?source=g...gag=3694309701

They have lots of yarn, even 22/2 yarn I would consider using on tartan fabric. They also carry loads of weaving equipment. Camilla Vally Farm has quite a bit of equipment and things too for when you start getting different reeds.

http://www.camillavalleyfarm.com/index.htm

My friend Jennifer gets her rug warp from them and used all types of material for the weft making rag rugs.

This may get you started at least in a forward direction. Feel free to PM me if you want to talk weaving and looms etc. Good luck and enjoy the weaving.

[Madpiper1130]

Thank you for the direction. I have come across a couple of craft books and even downloaded an e-book on loom set up. My brother says he will help me with the picture posting thing. So future post will in living color.