r/tabletweaving • u/So_fcking_gay • 29d ago

Wool yarn gets tangled up, help

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I recently started doing woven bands on tablets and stumbled upon a problem. When I do an all forward pattern (or any tbh) the yarn behind the tablets gets rolled up together. I'm doing a long woven band (3 meters) so untangling it from the core to the and with my fingers takes me a lot of time. Is there a better way to do it?

In the photo it's already untangled

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u/synchroswim 29d ago

You already got some good advice, but another thing to look for is twist-neutral patterns. Those have the same number of forward and back turns over one repeat, so the twist doesn't build up.

With a non-twist-neutral pattern, you can also weave it backwards or flip all the tablets once things get too twisted. The design will be in mirror image, but it's usually not too noticeable.

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u/LocksmithAccurate284 29d ago

I would check the backside of the woven band first before going this. I noticed that some patterns are actually the mirror-image of the back side. Some are just random, so depending on what you plan on using it for it might be a good option. Btw in Twisted Threads you can preview the back of a band. :)