This is the other pair of moulds that was referred to in post #46; “Investigating a pair of Amies Wove Moulds”. There were not as many surprises this time but, as always, there are interesting details to observe. Both moulds and deckle have this identifying tag, #319. These moulds have laid facings that are asContinue reading “#57 Investigating a pair of 19″ x 22-1/2″ Double Faced Laid Moulds from Wookey Hole”
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#25 Wove Backing
A wove mould’s backing layer is similar to that of a laid mould. I’m not sure why but wove backing wires are usually more closely spaced than those used for laid moulds. At least this was the case with the moulds I was able to examine when getting started years ago. The counting wheel ofContinue reading “#25 Wove Backing”
#26 Making the Grid for Wove Backing
The next step in making a wove mould is to add a wire that passes back and forth across the top to form a grid. This will support the fine wire screen that will be used as a facing. In the photo above the grid is nearly complete; below are the steps needed to createContinue reading “#26 Making the Grid for Wove Backing”
#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”
#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”
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