A one-page introduction to a new series on handwoven garments by guest columnists, with the first column on taking body measurements. Rose Broughton explains how to measure circumference and length for planning loom-shaped and other handwoven clothing, with a labeled diagram of a standing figure. She advises measuring over the widest part, using the longest of the front and back vertical measurements, and working with a partner.

A one-page article for handweavers on finishing fabric after it comes off the loom. It explains why greige goods need further work and describes three home finishing processes: shrinking (wet-finishing), fulling of wool by heat, detergent and pressure, and napping or gigging to raise the surface fibers. It ends with advice to test each method on a sample and to choose a finish according to how the fabric will be cared for.

A one-page column from Minnesota Weaver offering advice on choosing fibers for handwoven summer clothing. It compares mercerized and unmercerized cotton, linen, and cottolin, gives suggested setts for plain weave in several yarn sizes, and explains how to allow for shrinkage when planning warp length and width. The page also carries advertisements for Threadbenders and House of Macramé.