Weaving is a practice that is typically considered to be "women's work", either part of their employment, cultural practices, or leisure. [80][79][99] The categorization of weaving as women's work has bled into many fields, from art history, anthropology, sociology, and even psychology.
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This comprehensive article explores a wide array of traditional weaving techniques from around the world, from ancient handlooms to regional specialties such as ikat, brocade, and kilim.
Weaving, production of fabric by interlacing two sets of yarns so that they cross each other, normally at right angles, usually accomplished with a hand- or power-operated loom.
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There are three main steps to weaving on a loom. These are called primary motions. The first primary motion is shedding. Shedding opens up a path in the warp threads. In a plain weave, half of the warp threads are lifted. This opens a gap called a shed. The second primary motion is picking.
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