Loom Stands

We carry weaving loom stands for table looms, knitters looms, and floor looms.  Call us if you can't find the stand you're looking for we probably have it 1-509-536-7746.

Loom Stands for Comfortable, Steady Weaving

There's a moment every weaver knows well: you're a few inches into a beautiful warp, hunched over a loom balanced on your knees, and your shoulders are already begging for mercy. A good loom stand fixes that in one move. We've been outfitting weavers since 1997, and we'll happily tell you that pairing your loom with the right stand is one of the most underrated upgrades you can make. It lifts your loom to a comfortable, ergonomic height, holds it rock-steady while you weave, and frees both hands so you can focus on your cloth instead of wrestling your equipment. Whether you weave for an hour or an afternoon, your back, neck, and wrists will thank you.

We're family owned and operated, and we won't stock wobbly, flimsy stands that defeat the whole purpose. Every loom stand in this collection is chosen for stability and build quality, because a steady loom makes for better, more enjoyable weaving.

Find the Right Loom Stand for Your Loom

The most important thing when shopping for a stand is matching it to your specific loom, since stands are generally designed to fit a particular model or family of looms. Here's a quick guide to the most popular pairings we carry:

  • An Ashford rigid heddle loom stand is built to hold Ashford's rigid heddle looms securely at the perfect weaving angle.
  • A cricket loom stand raises your Schacht Cricket to a comfy height, ideal for the compact-loom crowd.
  • An Ashford knitters loom stand pairs with the portable Knitters Loom for weaving on the go that's easy on your posture.
  • An Ashford table loom stand lifts a multi-shaft table loom off the tabletop and into an ergonomic position.

If you're not certain which rigid heddle loom stand fits your setup, just tell us what loom you own and our crew will point you to the right match so there's no guesswork.

Why Buy Your Loom Stand From Paradise Fibers

An Ashford loom stand or any quality stand does more than save your back, though that alone is worth it. A stable stand keeps your loom from shifting and rocking as you beat each pick, which translates directly into more even tension and tidier cloth. A few reasons weavers keep coming back to us:

  • Premium equipment since 1997, hand-selected rather than mass-ordered to chase the lowest price.
  • Family owned and operated, not bought up by a private equity firm like so many of our competitors have been lately.
  • Fast same-day shipping on most orders, with free shipping when you spend $99 or more.
  • Expert weavers on hand who actually weave, ready to help you match a stand to your exact loom.

Every purchase also helps us support local farms and Freddy's Dog Rescue, so a little extra good rides along with your new stand.

Shop Loom Stands Online or Visit Us in Spokane

Our shop lives in a restored historic bakery in Spokane, four floors and 27,500 square feet of fiber heaven, with an in-house repair shop and looms you can try right on site. Yes, Travis still bakes his sourdough and raspberry scones on Saturdays, so come weave a few picks and grab a snack. Can't make the trip? No problem. Our full selection of loom stands ships worldwide, and our friendly crew is just a chat bubble away whenever you have a question.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can certainly weave with a loom in your lap or propped against a table, and many people start out exactly that way, but a stand makes long sessions dramatically more comfortable and your weaving more consistent. By holding the loom steady at an ergonomic height, a stand reduces strain on your back, neck, and wrists and stops the loom from shifting as you beat. Most weavers who try a stand quickly find they don't want to go back, especially for bigger projects.

Stands are typically designed for a specific loom or family of looms, so the key is matching the stand to your exact model, such as an Ashford rigid heddle loom stand for an Ashford rigid heddle or a Cricket loom stand for a Schacht Cricket. Pay attention to both the brand and the loom width, since a stand built for one size may not properly support another. If you're unsure, tell us the make, model, and weaving width of your loom and we'll confirm the right fit before you buy.

Propping a loom on a table works in a pinch, but the loom can slide or rock as you weave, and the angle often isn't ideal for your posture. A dedicated stand holds the loom firmly at a tilt and height designed for weaving, which keeps your tension more even and your body more relaxed. Many stands also let you tilt or adjust the loom and some fold for storage, conveniences a plain table simply can't offer.

Many loom stands offer some adjustability in height or angle and a number of them fold flat, which is wonderful if you're short on space or like to take your weaving to classes and retreats. The exact features vary by brand and model, so it's worth checking the details of the specific stand you're considering. If portability matters to you, let us know and we'll steer you toward a stand that packs down easily while still staying sturdy in use.

It does both, which is what makes a stand such a worthwhile addition. The comfort benefit is obvious, but the stability a stand provides also keeps your loom from shifting as you beat each row, and that steadiness helps produce more even tension and tidier selvedges. So beyond saving your back, a good stand can genuinely raise the quality of the cloth you make.