Weaving
Weaving is the process of intertwining yarns to create a pattern. The primary set of yarns is called the warp, which is stretched vertically. The weft yarns are then inserted horizontally across the warp, continuously interlacing by lifting and lowering the warp yarns alternately.
Important Equipment and Tools for Weaving
- Loom: A manual shuttle type tool used for weaving silk threads by intertwining vertical and horizontal lines. The loom structure includes wood for percussion, typically used while sitting with legs hanging.
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Wand or Cloth Reel: Used for storing woven cloth before it is removed from the loom. It is made of hardwood with a hole for inserting a stake, attaching to the loom. The length of the reel matches the width of the fabric.
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Fum or Comb Teeth: Used to align the weft with the warp, ensuring a tight and neat weave. "Roifum" refers to the process of preparing the warp threads before weaving.
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Takor and Pedal: The takor is part of the loom used to separate the warp threads, helping them move alternately. The pedal is used to lift the takor, facilitating the weaving process. Typically, two takors are used, but more can be added to create intricate patterns.
- Bobbin: A device used for holding spools of silk thread. It is inserted into the warp threads and moved back and forth to interlace the silk.
- Chart: Used for stretching the fabric and keeping it taut during weaving, ensuring that the lines remain straight and the pattern does not become distorted.
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Spool: A tool for winding and organizing spun silk threads before dyeing, ensuring they are neat and free of knots.
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Silk Spool: Used for winding silk threads onto a stinger, creating tubes of silk. Larger spools are used for the warp, while smaller ones are used for the weft.
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Thank You Sources:
- Nusara Tiangket. 1999. "Local Weaving: Lanna Folk Arts and Crafts." Teaching materials for the Weaving Classroom Project, Hong Hian continues Lanna Wisdom.
- KM Sericulture Department, Knowledge No. 2. "Production of Quality Silk." Chaloem Phrakiat Sericulture Office.