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#24 The Functions of Backing Wires

The function of backing wires in laid moulds Following is my best effort at understanding why paper made on single faced laid and double faced laid moulds turns out so different. I think I’m on the right track but questions remain. Single faced laid moulds make paper with distinctive characteristics. As paper is formed itContinue reading “#24 The Functions of Backing Wires”

#29 Copper Edge Strips and a few more details.

Copper shim stock .015″ thick makes good edge strips. These are needed to protect the edges of the laid and chain wires. But before the strips can be fastened in place there are a few more steps to be done. Bridge wires are inserted between the laid facing and the laid backing at both ends.Continue reading “#29 Copper Edge Strips and a few more details.”

Paper Mould Sold

This is one of the moulds being constructed and documented for this blog. The net proceeds from the sale of this mould will be donated to The University of Iowa Center for the Book Windgate Challenge Grant. For details visit: https://book.grad.uiowa.edu/UICB-2020 The mould sold for $3049.00! As soon as eBay deposits the net amount inContinue reading “Paper Mould Sold”

#23 Sewing a Double Faced Laid Mould

Backing and facing wires have been fitted to this mould; the next step is to sew them to the ribs. A soft (annealed phosphor bronze, in this case .010″ diameter) sewing wire follows a spiral path for the length of each rib to bind the wires to it. The ribs have been drilled at regularContinue reading “#23 Sewing a Double Faced Laid Mould”

#22 Fitting Backing and Facing to a Double Faced Laid Mould

The mould frame is finished, a backing and a facing have been made for it. Now the parts are fitted together prior to sewing the wires to the ribs. Fitting the Backing The twists on one side are trimmed to fit into the notches cut in the frame. The backing has been made wider thanContinue reading “#22 Fitting Backing and Facing to a Double Faced Laid Mould”

#21 Making a Backing on the Loom

Another post details the process of making a laid facing. Most of that information also applies to this post so it is worthwhile to review both to gain a fuller picture. The mould is ready to receive its wire parts. A wire backing fresh off the loom is curvy but will flatten out when tapedContinue reading “#21 Making a Backing on the Loom”

#17 Finishing the Mould Frame

This post covers the remaining steps needed to prepare a double faced laid mould to receive its wire facing and backing. The topic of ledges and how they relate to backing wires in wove and laid moulds seems to need some explanation. It is important to understand the purpose of these structures so this postContinue reading “#17 Finishing the Mould Frame”

#18 Definitions of some Unfamiliar Terms

Defining some terms may make these posts easier to understand. I have chosen some words when a traditional term was not known to me. The terms are in italics; accompanying text and photos are intended to define and explain their meaning. ~frame sides: The two longer parts of the mould frame parallel to the laidContinue reading “#18 Definitions of some Unfamiliar Terms”

#16 Leveling the Ribs

The wooden structure of the mould is complete; now the tops of the ribs are scraped level in preparation for sewing down the wire facing. I like to pre-load the mould with weights before leveling the ribs. This gives the mould a very subtle camber; an extremely shallow arch in all directions. The forces ofContinue reading “#16 Leveling the Ribs”

#15 Pinning Ribs, Corners and Brace Rods

Metal pins are used to improve the connection between the parts of the mould. Holes are drilled and pins are driven down through the frame and rib pegs. These are made of 1/16″ unfluxed brazing rod that I bought from a welding supply house. Ribs are not glued and the pins make certain that theContinue reading “#15 Pinning Ribs, Corners and Brace Rods”