Drawloom Mechanics 101: Damask

Curious about how a double-harness loom works to create complex woven patterns? This video considers the mechanics of damask-weaving on a pattern-shaft drawloom, using 4-shaft broken twill to illustrate the process. Warp-effect and weft-effect faces of the cloth are discussed, together with tie-ups; a detailed examination of the loom’s damask shed; and a short weaving demo. Filmed and edited by Amy Blair