At its core, weaving is the process of interlacing two sets of yarns or threads—known as the warp (vertical) and the weft (horizontal)—at right angles to form a fabric. This is typically done on a loom, a device that holds the warp threads in place while the weft thread is woven through.
The structure of the weave determines the fabric’s strength, elasticity, texture, and appearance. From the simplicity of plain weave to the complexity of jacquard patterns, the variety in weaving techniques is vast and continually evolving.