Valley Yarns Welcome to the Table Mat is a draft for classy and elegant placemats that combine several different rigid heddle techniques for a very striking look. The central diamond is created with clasped weft, and the borders feature a row of leno lace. It’s fun to weave and a great way to take plain weave to new heights.
Equipment: Rigid Heddle loom at least 15” wide, 10 dent reed, 2 shuttles, pick-up stick at least 16” long, fork for pressing Leno Lace in place, 1” spacer (cut up a manila file folder for this)
Warp Yarn: 411 yards Valley Yarns Goshen (48% Peruvian Cotton/ 46% Modal/ 6% Silk; 50g/92yds) shown in 8039 Fawn – (5 skeins)
Weft Yarn:
Valley Yarns Granville (90% Pima Cotton/ 10% Merino Wool; 50g/167yds)
217 yards shown in 02 Charcoal – (2 skeins)
217 yards shown in 01 Natural – (2 skeins)
Valley Yarns Goshen (48% Peruvian Cotton/ 46% Modal/ 6% Silk; 50g/92yds)
45 yards shown in 8039 Fawn – (use the remainder of yarn from warp)
Warp Length: 108” of 137 ends
Sett: 10 epi and 8 ppi
Finished Dimensions: 12½” x 18” – makes 4 placemats
Weave Structure: Plain weave with clasped weft and leno lace
