Hard Skills
IntermediateDrawing-inThe manual or semi-automated process of threading individual warp yarns through the eyes of heddles and the reed in a specific sequence to establish a weave pattern.
BeginnerReed DentingThe action of pulling warp ends through the dents of a reed using a specialized hook to determine the density and width of the fabric.
AdvancedPattern Draft InterpretationThe ability to read and execute technical weaving drafts and harness plans to configure the loom correctly for specific designs.
IntermediateYarn Defect IdentificationThe process of visually scanning and tactilely identifying knots, slubs, or weak points in yarn during the harness preparation stage.
IntermediateLoom Harness AssemblyAssembling and mounting the harness frames, heddles, and drop wires onto the weaving machine according to technical specifications.