The affordable and portable Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom is quick to assemble, easy to warp loom perfect for beginner weavers. The built-in 2nd heddle block set allows for the flexibility of multi-shaft weaving to weave double width, layer, and density fabrics. This solid and versatile loom has 4 optional widths (40, 60, 80, and 120cm), to create exceptional garments, woven tapestries, wall hangings, and more. You will be creating beautiful and unique designs in no time, using exciting patterns and techniques like "Theo Moorman".
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Additional Reed sizes available:2.5, 5, 7.5, 10 and 12.5 dpi (10, 20, 30, 40 and 50/10cm)
Product details:
Material: Silver Beech hardwood
Weight: RH400 - 3.1kg (7lb)
Assembly: required
Finish: natural
Weaving widths available: 40, 60, 80 and 120cm (16, 24, 32 and 48 ins).
Included accessories :
reed nylon 7.5dpi (30/10cm)
2 x natural shuttles:
Rigid Heddle 16 inch- 36cm (14") shuttles
Rigid Heddle 24 inch - 56cm (22") shuttles
Rigid Heddle 32 inch - 56cm (22") and 76cm (30") shuttles
Rigid Heddle 48 inch - 76cm (30") shuttles
2nd heddle Block Kit
step by step instruction booklet
threading hook
warping peg and clamp.
The approximate maximum warp lengths for each size loom are:
Rigid Heddle 16 inch - 4.7m (15.5')
Rigid Heddle 24 inch - 6.7m (22')
Rigid Heddle 32 inch - 8.7m (28.5')
Rigid Heddle 48 inch - 12.7m (41.5')
Indirect Warping Option
All standard rigid heddle looms will have holes drilled in the bottom of the rails so you can use your loom as a warping frame for the indirect warping method.
You can purchase a set of RHWP - Rigid Heddle Warping Pegs if you wish to use your loom in this way. There are 14 pegs included in the set, this will allow you to choose a variety of warp lengths.
Some benefits of indirect warping are the flexibility to use one thread of one color, it saves space, even warp lengths, better tension control.
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