This article is about the distinguishing features of a Jacquard loom. Before I write about Jacquard looms, I want to define a loom as a tensioning device. Weaving looms come in all shapes and sizes: tapestry frames and looms, inkle, rigid heddle looms, table and floor looms, dobby and Jacquard looms. The principal distinguishing element between looms is how the weaver raises warp threads to make a shed through which to pass an interlacing weft to weave fabric. (For more information on weave terminology and looms see the Weave Glossary, p. 19 of this Journal).
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