[Ansteorra-Textiles] question

[Beth Ellis]

Oh, and on those backstrap looms, another thing that allows the weaver to accomodate weak threads is that the weaver directly controls the tension at any time by leaning forward (to decrease tension) and backward (to increase tension).  That is more of a factor in dealing with a weak spot in the warp than shed sticks.  The Egyptian looms wouldn't have been that flexible. 

Interestingly enough, while backstraps are considered to be one of the most primitive types of looms (because basically they're just a bunch of sticks), various weaving authorities consider the the works produced by ancient Peruvian women on those types of looms to be the most intricate weaving ever produced.  World wide, bar none, loom technology not withstanding.

Weaving is just so cool.
Corrinne
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