How to fix floats in your weaving

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  • @Tina-rj7qe
    @Tina-rj7qe3 жыл бұрын

    Videos like this one about fixing mistakes or about quick fixes for common problems are very useful I think so that would get my vote.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome, thanks for your feedback 😊

  • @chanataitelbaum1308

    @chanataitelbaum1308

    3 жыл бұрын

    Until

  • @lindasuppan6027
    @lindasuppan60273 жыл бұрын

    This was great. I knew what to do to fix this particular issue. Perhaps expanding when a pattern exists in the weaving....even something like waffle stitch. Maybe discussion of how to analyze the pattern to fix a float? Tension issues with warp...I had lots of issues when I started. I love the s hook fix, but my warp tension issues were on a grander scale! I had a tough time rolling the warp on, and as i got into the weaving, perhaps 10" in, i would have an issue with a section of warp, not just one thread. For one project i stuffed fiber stuffing into the front beam in the loose section, increasing the diameter there in order to get the section back under tension. Not pretty. It worked, but i haven't seen anyone address it. Maybe I am the only one to experience it. I have improved my winding on, as I thought that was the root cause of my issue. I also feel folks do not understand how foundational it is to a good weaving experience and result.

  • @DebOlliff
    @DebOlliff3 жыл бұрын

    Excellent, Kelly. I didn’t know these could be fixed thus easily.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    It takes a bit of time, but it's worth it 😊

  • @staceyanthony9607
    @staceyanthony96072 жыл бұрын

    Yes, love the videos on how fix things, and little tips and tricks!

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great, thank you 😀

  • @suzisaintjames
    @suzisaintjames3 ай бұрын

    You asked for video suggestions... 1. I love these how to fix your mistake videos. So maybe fixing my float on a complicated weave using your bent needle. 2. More on the planning phase. Where do you look for patterns and how to create a pattern that you saw on a garment you saw somewhere. How to warp the loom using my home made pattern and how to plan the heddle sequence. 3. How to read a pattern so I know beforehand if the pattern has mistakes. These maybe impossible requests, but these are things I wonder about. For instance, raising heddle 1&3, then 2&4, then 1&4 makes a pattern, then a different sequence makes a different pattern... is it just trial and error or can you predict the pattern? 💖🌞🌵😷

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 ай бұрын

    All good questions, thanks, I'll keep them in mind.

  • @ruth8756
    @ruth87562 жыл бұрын

    What you do is already great!

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    2 жыл бұрын

    Aw, thank you!

  • @TheFroggie66
    @TheFroggie668 ай бұрын

    I don’t know what I would do without these “basics” videos. I’ve asked my hubby to gift me with a series in your courses for Christmas. You are a terrific teacher!😊

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    8 ай бұрын

    Thank you! 😀

  • @wildyarns1894
    @wildyarns1894 Жыл бұрын

    Fabulous Kelly. Another great video!

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much!

  • @BarbaraLaGrone
    @BarbaraLaGrone5 ай бұрын

    thank you Kelly, for an in depth tutorial...my float is in the warp thread, and unfortunately I have already wet finished the piece...but I think I can use the same technique shown for the weft on the warp thread, and then I will spray that area to wet finish it. Thanks again for helping me make my finished piece look as it should!

  • @beverlynelson8066
    @beverlynelson80665 ай бұрын

    Thank-you ! This makes sense to me!

  • @wendywalters2293
    @wendywalters22936 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this video. I have a float that I am now confident in fixing. ❤

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    6 ай бұрын

    Glad to help 😀

  • @jenidouthit7980
    @jenidouthit79803 жыл бұрын

    These fixing tips are so helpful. I’m wanting to get into weaving. Tips on looms would be great.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! You may be interested in checking out this post where I have links to choosing a loom- kellycasanovaweavinglessons.com/choosing-a-loom

  • @kathleencole9326
    @kathleencole93263 жыл бұрын

    Fixing mistakes is very helpful and I would like to see more 😄

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great, thank you 😊

  • @ladyoflosttimes
    @ladyoflosttimes3 жыл бұрын

    Great video! As far as other videos i would vote more for ones like this. How to fix mistakes of one thing or anothet or list of tips and tricks that you have learned over the years. I love your pattern ones to so I would always like more of that but as a new weaver myself i appreciate seeing mistakes and problems. Seeing them and learning how to recognize them along with how to fix them is very valuable.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome, thanks for your feedback!

  • @glendagrimshaw6061
    @glendagrimshaw60613 жыл бұрын

    After watching this video last week it was just what I needed as I had a large float today. I am now able to fix my floats. Thank you.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! 😀

  • @sharonmurrell9291
    @sharonmurrell92913 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

  • @carolynadams2275
    @carolynadams22753 жыл бұрын

    This video is great for me, I keep getting floats even though I use a stick to separate the sheds. Videos like this would be great, and especially about loose warp threads. I know you have videos on this but I could use another one. Thanks so much, Kelly.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'll keep that in mind, thank you!

  • @lynnczarniawski806
    @lynnczarniawski8063 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for showing the fixes to weaving! Any video showing how to fix problems is great! Like if you made a mistake in threading heddles and didn't notice until weaving would be a good one! Haven't made that mistake yet, but only started in weaving and am sure this will happen!! Thanks again for your great videos and explanations! Not everyone does a great job of that!

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, we pretty much all make the same mistakes when starting out 😆 Thanks for your feedback!

  • @danap8383
    @danap83833 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate the fix it videos and would also like to see more projects for smaller width looms (15/16”). I belong to the gold membership club and there don’t seem to be many options for us smaller loom owners besides scarves. I’ve learned so much from you and am forever grateful.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your feedback 😊

  • @staceyanthony9607
    @staceyanthony96072 жыл бұрын

    I would like to see videos on doing tea towels, (warping), pattern work. You’ve probably already done those! Great videos!

  • @elfriedeerickson7688
    @elfriedeerickson7688 Жыл бұрын

    Great video and just at the perfect time. Brand new to weaving and discovered floats after I wove way past them. Now I know I can fix it, hooray😄. Thank you for this tutorial😍.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    Жыл бұрын

    You're welcome, glad to help!

  • @TechieSewing
    @TechieSewing3 жыл бұрын

    Troubleshooting videos are great!

  • @mendyviola
    @mendyviola4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for this. I found 2 small floats after wet finishing while hemming a gift towel for my mother and didn’t know what to do about it, if anything. I’m glad to know I can fix it.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    4 ай бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @suzannejones5992
    @suzannejones59923 жыл бұрын

    These tips and tricks are great, however, I like the project videos too as I want to use the material I've woven. Thank you so very much for your videos. Mwaaaaaaaaah.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @ronstudd3788
    @ronstudd3788 Жыл бұрын

    You illustrate and explain everything with such clarity! Thank you! Have you done a video that is focuses on the vast spectrum of yarn types and fibers (comparing cotton with wool, for example)?

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, I've made a few videos like that: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ipOqlLNmqpi9j9I.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/pGuXvNJ-l9ixaZs.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y4FqwdRtl6itcrg.html

  • @worksofhands
    @worksofhands Жыл бұрын

    First of all, thank you for your video tutorials. I am a beginner weaver. At the moment I am looking for pattern variations on color-and-weave.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    Жыл бұрын

    You might be interested in this article - kellycasanovaweavinglessons.com/2019/12/colour-and-weave.html

  • @teacat55
    @teacat553 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful. Here is what I would like to see: Break the Rules. I read and hear about all the Do’s and Don’ts and would love to see a video on how to break some of them to an artistic end. Can you think of any rules you learned but break or broke anyway?

  • @sharonmurrell9291
    @sharonmurrell92913 жыл бұрын

    I just did it!!!! Using your instructions I was able to correct 7 small floats. It was easy!!!! I saved so much time!!! If I saw one while weaving I would unweave to the error😲😲😲😬😬😬😬😬. Well, thanks to your crystal clear instructions, I'm able to move on and correct later. WOW!!! Now onto wet washing.😀😀😀😀😀As per your instructions!!! ,

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! 😀

  • @annecabello2489
    @annecabello24893 жыл бұрын

    I would love it if you could make videos that teach how to add texture to the weave. Thank you for what you do. Wonderful videos

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for that, Anne 😀

  • @dorashultz950
    @dorashultz9503 жыл бұрын

    fixing is very helpful

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Great, thank you!

  • @lorettaziolkowski2282
    @lorettaziolkowski22823 жыл бұрын

    I really needed this. I had a lot of floats on my first project but I always ended up removing the completed rows to return to the mistake. Now, I try to really look hard after each row to catch anything before I get to far in the piece. This video will save me time but I still will remain steadfast in checking. I have two looms, the Ashford never seems to present the problem the Schacht loom does. The down shed sometimes doesn't always make the yarn appear in the proper shed position. I know it has to be something with the tension. As a suggestion for a video, it would be nice to see you show us how to "properly" roll the weft onto the loom with tips on keeping the paper straight and the weft tension correct. This would also show what is the best technique in advancing the warp using cardboard rolls, cardboard strips etc to protect the warp as it advances on the front beam. I am forever worried I didn't catch all my knots to protect the fabric, etc. Thank you so much for your wonderful demonstrations! Visual is so very helpful.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your suggestions, Loretta!

  • @carolyndavis6657
    @carolyndavis66573 жыл бұрын

    I want to make purses so videos like that would help. Thank you for another great video.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your feedback!

  • @sheilaadams3260
    @sheilaadams32606 ай бұрын

    This video is so amazingly helpful. I do have one question - I was doing a log cabin pattern and I ended up with a vertical float. I used your basic technique but wove in the float as I was hesitant to cut a warp thread. Is this what you would do? Thank you for all your wonderful videos.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    6 ай бұрын

    The idea of cutting the original thread is that you don't get doubled up threads in the area you were trying to fix. But if you're happy with the way it looks, don't worry about cutting anything 😊

  • @zoebarta2278
    @zoebarta22782 жыл бұрын

    I would like to see how you weave beads and ornaments into your weaving. Thank you!

  • @bethskroban1602
    @bethskroban16023 жыл бұрын

    Once you move and are settled in a video of your new studio set up would be lovely.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    There is no way that is NOT going to happen! 😆

  • @sheilaadams3260
    @sheilaadams32608 ай бұрын

    I would like to see a video on dealing with the tension issues using 8/2 cotton. Thank you

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    8 ай бұрын

    You might find this video helpful - kzread.info/dash/bejne/i3mGzJZ6lLrLYpM.html

  • @pamyclark1263
    @pamyclark12632 жыл бұрын

    I would like to see a video on warp faced weaving please!

  • @jeffneikirk9174
    @jeffneikirk91743 жыл бұрын

    This is great, thank you. I once saw a video of a weaver adding texture to her warp while weaving a project. Is this something you could show us how to do? Thank you.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Do you mean like the kind of texture you might get from using a pick up stick? I have plenty of those kind of videos, here are a few to get your started- kzread.info/dash/bejne/c5Woj9ylkdipnM4.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/eWiLsa-iXbrUhtY.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/ha6bxNyKp7e6pLA.html kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z4aN0Nh7mZrOeZc.html

  • @staceyanthony9607
    @staceyanthony96072 жыл бұрын

    How to warp double for tea towels, and how to do patterns for tea towels, using pick up sticks for patterns.

  • @bon47ful
    @bon47ful3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Kelly❣️

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome Bonnie, thanks for stopping by!

  • @andeeheslin9010
    @andeeheslin90103 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video. It will be very helpful. Question:can floats still be fixed if you've already wet finished your piece?

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, you can, but it's preferable to do it beforehand 😊

  • @theresaschaper6522
    @theresaschaper65225 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Kelly. This video was very helpful. I already wet finished my towel. Can I fix a float after I already wet finished and then just wet finish again? Thank you. Terry

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    5 ай бұрын

    That is what I would do 😊

  • @emmasmom60
    @emmasmom602 жыл бұрын

    This is great. Would this work with acrylic yarn? I know it doesn't grab as well as wool, so I wondered if it would still work?

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, you can do this with any yarn ☺️

  • @gili716
    @gili7163 жыл бұрын

    I would love to learn how to convert 4 shaft patterns to the ridged heddle.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    I've made a class on that very topic 😊 kelly-casanova-weaving-lessons.teachable.com/p/converting-pattern-drafts-to-the-rigid-heddle-loom/?preview=logged_out

  • @theheartbeatofwords5750
    @theheartbeatofwords57503 жыл бұрын

    Concerning your request: I would like to see a complete video from start to finish including warp, etc, of a pattern at least one heddle and two heddle rods, to completion. I know you have lots of videos that show these sorts of pieces and parts, and as great as they are they all seem to leave me with missing information. I think before I placed an order for an excellent service that I know your school provides, I would like to see something that shows how it operates and how complete a lesson would actually be by perhaps doing a complete one here. I prefer the Ridged heddle loom for that, not a floor loom. Thanks

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your feedback. Regarding start to finish classes, I have kind of done that here. For example, the Wash Your Hands Towels is a complete start to finish project, including printable PDF's all for free. The Tote Bag series is the same. The Van Gogh tapestry series is filmed mostly in real time. Umm, what else... The Spring table runner, the Honeybee Cushion weave along series. These are all for rigid heddle loom, all come with all the info you need and are all completely free.

  • @danapixie1
    @danapixie12 жыл бұрын

    Hi Kelly, very new to weaving and looking to purchase my first loom. Can I ask what make/model you are using in this video? Thank you! I have been watching your videos and checking out your blog. Such great info in both places!

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's a 10" Ashford Sampleit. Glad you're enjoying my videos and blog ❤️

  • @danapixie1

    @danapixie1

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@KellyCasanova thanks! I was just looking at those online. I would like to have the capability to weave a variety of things. Tapestry, scarf, etc. would I be able to do that on the Ashford Sempleit ?

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@danapixie1 Yes, you can. I have a class on weaving tapestry on a RH loom. You may eventually find the smaller size a bit limiting, but it's a great beginners loom.

  • @danapixie1

    @danapixie1

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@KellyCasanova I watched that video! What a lovely piece you made… I really like the idea of something with ease of use for a beginner. But also don’t want to be limited. I’m a quilter but have dabbled in other textile arts/ crafts for some time. Can you suggest a loom that would be suitable (not limiting😀) ?

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@danapixie1 I've never regretted my decision to start with the Ashford 24". I actually bought the Sampleit later on, for sampling and for my kids to use when they wanted to.

  • @ChristineRea
    @ChristineRea Жыл бұрын

    Kelly, I am completed with my loom beading, and a warp thread accidently got cut. Is there a fix? Help!

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    Жыл бұрын

    I don't have any experience with loom beading, I'm not sure how to help with that.

  • @nancyforester9085
    @nancyforester90858 ай бұрын

    F Excellent rescue - now how about fixing warp floats - similar process?

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    8 ай бұрын

    Same process 😊

  • @kayequinn7146
    @kayequinn7146 Жыл бұрын

    What's the difference between a heddle & a reed? Bought a weaving book & the definitions seem to be the same thing. (Book is by Deborah Chandler) Thanks or this video

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    Жыл бұрын

    Different terminology for the same thing in the rigid heddle world. In table or floor loom weaving, the heddles are usually string, texsolv or metal and attached to shafts. The reed is separate.

  • @Mimeh53
    @Mimeh532 жыл бұрын

    I'm wondering how we would deal with a broken warp thread. 😕

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    2 жыл бұрын

    kzread.info/dash/bejne/c6l-2JKooc62dbg.html

  • @Mimeh53

    @Mimeh53

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @sandraeasthope3010
    @sandraeasthope30103 жыл бұрын

    More table weaving videos

  • @maryjanepenny795
    @maryjanepenny795 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this video! You weave from the left, but I start on the right side as that is how my first instructor taught us. Is there a difference in which side you start from?

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    Жыл бұрын

    There is no right or wrong with this, it's just personal preference 😊

  • @sylvienguyen3361
    @sylvienguyen33613 жыл бұрын

    It would be nice to view videos pertaining to weaving with 2 heddles on a rigid heddle loom.

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    I have a very popular online class for that topic 😊 - kelly-casanova-weaving-lessons.teachable.com/p/weaving-with-two-heddles/?preview=logged_out

  • @sylvienguyen3361

    @sylvienguyen3361

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@KellyCasanova Thank you. Does the class cover weaving double width?

  • @KellyCasanova

    @KellyCasanova

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@sylvienguyen3361 Yes it does, it covers tubular weaving as well 😉

  • @yoavedelist6173
    @yoavedelist61733 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video. I wanted to say is like videos about patterns, but I've seen in a reply you have a few, so I don't have any idea really.

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