Ashford 90mm Drop Spindle
Ashford 90mm Drop Spindle
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From Ashford, this is made from solid silver beech hardwood, lightly lacquered and smooth. Total length including hook, 31cm (12.2 inches). Whorl diameter is 90mm (3.54 inches). Weighs approximately 85 - 89g (3 - 3.14 oz). Another good choice for a beginner's spindle, then later it's got a terrific long shaft that will hold loads of plied yarn. The whorl features two notches.

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$42.00
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Ashford Adjusting Knob
Ashford Adjusting Knob
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For adjusting the drive band tension of the Traditional and Traveller spinning wheels.

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Ashford Belt Shuttle for Inkle Weaving
Ashford Belt Shuttle for Inkle Weaving
Canadian Shipping only. 18 cm (7") belt shuttle for Inkle weaving. Made from Silver Beech hardwood. PRODUCT of NEW ZEALAND
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Shuttles & Bobbins
Ashford Boat Shuttle – 11.5″/29cm
Beautifully shaped and well balanced, this is the smaller of the two sizes available from Ashford, the lower one in the photo. Made from Silver Beech hardwood. Lacquered finish. Includes one nylon boat shuttle bobbin. Additional bobbins are available in 10-packs.

NOTE: The nylon bobbins for Ashford boat shuttles will fit only Ashford brand boat shuttles, so far as we know. They will not fit Leclerc, Louet, Schacht, etc.

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$75.50 Add to cart
Shuttles & Bobbins
Ashford Boat Shuttle – 14″/35cm
Beautifully shaped and well balanced, this is the larger of the two sizes available from Ashford, the upper one in the photo. Made from Silver Beech hardwood. Lacquered finish. Includes one nylon boat shuttle bobbin. Additional bobbins are available in 10-packs.

NOTE: The nylon bobbins for Ashford boat shuttles will fit only Ashford brand boat shuttles, so far as we know. They will not fit Leclerc, Louet, Schacht, etc.

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Shuttles & Bobbins
Ashford Boat Shuttle Bobbins – Nylon 10-pack
Grey nylon bobbins that fit either size of Ashford Boat Shuttle. Sold in packs of ten. Pictured on the right in the photo (they used to be blue).

NOTE: The nylon bobbins for Ashford boat shuttles will fit only Ashford brand boat shuttles, so far as we know. They will not fit Leclerc, Louet, Schacht, etc.

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$23.00
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Ashford Bobbin Winder – Metal
Ashford Bobbin Winder – Metal
FREE SHIPPING within Canada! Canadian orders only. We have this item shipped directly from the Ashford Canada warehouse, generally within one or two business days. We do not usually have this in stock at the store.

Metal bobbin winder with handle and table clamp. Includes one nylon boat shuttle bobbin. Please note, this may not fit other brands of nylon bobbins, we are not quite sure.

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$259.00
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Ashford Book of Carding – NEW edition Dec 2016
Ashford Book of Carding – NEW edition Dec 2016
The Ashford Book of Carding: A Handspinners Guide to Fibre Preparation

Revised edition, December 2016. This popular, practical and inspirational guide to carding, fleece, slivers, and exotic fibres has been revised and expanded to include sections on the blending board and creating self-striping yarn. Written for the hand spinner and felter and everyone who loves fibre, there are sections on using the flick, hand and drum carders and the blending board. There are detailed explanations of colour and fibre blending and colour theory. Step-by-step instructions and full colour photographs will open a world of colour and texture. A must-have for new drum carder owners.

Author: Jo Reeve. Published by Ashford. Softcover, 108 pages. Packed with colour photos.

$37.00
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Ashford Book of Needle Felting, The
Ashford Book of Needle Felting, The
The Ashford Book of Needle Felting - Revised Edition

Our best-selling needle felting book, over the years.
"Explore the unlimited potential of needle felting with fibre artist Barbara Allen. Step-by-step instructions and full-colour photographs will help you create your own adorable folk and animals, beautiful flowers and scenes, jewellery and embellishments all in flat or sculpted felt. As a popular teacher and author Barbara will give you confidence to create your own unique and beautiful felted works of art. The book covers materials, equipment, techniques and provides all the pattern templates."

Author: Barbara Allen. Ashford Handicrafts Ltd. Softcover, 120 pages. Colour photos.

$34.00
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Ashford Book of Rigid Heddle Weaving
Ashford Book of Rigid Heddle Weaving
CANADIAN ORDERS ONLY. PLEASE NOTE: this book does not fit inside the Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom boxes and will ship separately. The revised edition of the Ashford Book of Rigid Heddle Weaving. Includes new techniques like brooks bouquet, huck weaving, bronson lace and weaving with the second heddle kit. International weaving teacher, Rowena Hart, shows you how you can create exciting, beautiful garments and crafts - all on the simple two harness loom. In the book she guides you step-by-step through the many techniques, showing just how easy it is to make your woven creations come alive through colour and texture. Also known as the Rigid Heddle, this loom is simple to use, light and compact. It will produce fabrics and tapestries to delight you - whether you are a novice or experienced weaver. Softcover, 100 pages.. PRODUCT of NEW ZEALAND
$35.00
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Ashford Brake Band Set with Springs
Ashford Brake Band Set with Springs
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Ashford nylon break band with two tension springs. Ashford always recommends using two springs on the brake band tie-up.

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$5.75
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Ashford Brake Band Set with Springs – Small – E-spinner 3 only
Ashford Brake Band Set with Springs – Small – E-spinner 3 only
Canadian shipping only For the E-SPINNER 3 ONLY. Ashford nylon brake band with two small tension springs. Ashford always recommends using two springs on the brake band tie-up. For all other wheels, order the regular Brake Band Set. PRODUCT of NEW ZEALAND
$7.25
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Ashford Brake Band, Nylon
Ashford Brake Band, Nylon
Price per brake band. Canadian shipping only

Clear nylon brake band. Looks kinda like whipper-snipper cord. Approximately 1m (39").

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$4.50
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Ashford Spinning Accessories
Ashford Carry Bag
Canadian Shipping only. A CUSTOM ORDER PRODUCT: please allow 7 to 10 days for delivery. We do not usually have this in stock at our store. Smart, natural oatmeal colour with black straps, cotton carry bag emblazoned with the Ashford logo. Designed to fit the SampleIt 10"/25cm Loom but also perfect for all your craft tools and supplies. PRODUCT of NEW ZEALAND
$23.00
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Country Spinner @ The Fibre Garden
Ashford Country Spinner 2 – Lacquered Finish
FREE GROUND SHIPPING within Canada! Canadian orders only. We have this item shipped directly from the Ashford Canada warehouse, generally within one or two business days. We also often have one assembled at our store for you to try. The Country Spinner 2 was rejigged a few years back, and is a really awesome wheel with giant bobbins for spinning large amounts of bulky yarns and especially thick art yarns. Ashford states that this wheel is for "big yarns". - huge capacity bobbin - double treadle - large orifice (27mm = 1-1/16 inch) - spin thick novelty yarns or large amounts of thick yarns This listing is for the lacquered version. We highly recommend getting the finished wheel, as many spinners are so excited to get going that they never get around to putting on a finish coat themselves. Unfinished wheels can get grubby looking fairly quickly, particularly the treadles. This is a specialist wheel designed to spin extra bulky yarn used in rug weaving and chunky knitting or for plying bulk quantities. The orifice is extra large and the bobbins have a huge capacity. The ball bearings and double treadle allows for an easy start and treadling. The slow drive ratio and sensitive leather flyer brake system are ideal for creating unique novelty yarns. Made from Silver Beech hardwood. Ashford's redesign a few years back includes: new 3-speed bobbin with easy 3, 4 and 5:1 ratios. New polyurethane con-rod joints for smooth heel-and-toe treadling. Wider spaced treadle boards. Arched rails and factory assembled sides are easily assembled with bolts and barrel nuts. New maintenance-free polyurethane hinges for smooth and effortless treadling. Soft leather brake band and sensitive tension adjustment INCLUDED: 1 country spinner bobbin, Threading hook, Learn to Spin booklet. Bobbin capacity: 1kg (2.2 Lb). PRODUCT of NEW ZEALAND
$1,242.00
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Country Spinner @ The Fibre Garden
Ashford Country Spinner 2 – Natural Finish
FREE SHIPPING within Canada! Canadian orders only. We have this item shipped directly from the Ashford Canada warehouse, generally within one or two business days. The Country Spinner 2 was rejigged a few years back, and is a really awesome wheel with giant bobbins for spinning large amounts of bulky yarns and especially thick art yarns. Ashford states that this wheel is for "big yarns". - huge capacity bobbin - double treadle - large orifice (27mm = 1-1/16 inch) - spin thick novelty yarns or large amounts of thick yarns This listing is for the natural/unfinished version. We highly recommend the lacquered version instead, as many spinners are so excited to get going that they never get around to putting on a finish coat themselves. Unfinished wheels can get grubby looking fairly quickly, particularly the treadles. This is a specialist wheel designed to spin extra bulky yarn used in rug weaving and chunky knitting or for plying bulk quantities. The orifice is extra large and the bobbins have a huge capacity. The ball bearings and double treadle allows for an easy start and treadling. The slow drive ratio and sensitive leather flyer brake system are ideal for creating unique novelty yarns. Made from Silver Beech hardwood. Ashford's redesign a few years back includes: new 3-speed bobbin with easy 3, 4 and 5:1 ratios. New polyurethane con-rod joints for smooth heel-and-toe treadling. Wider spaced treadle boards. Arched rails and factory assembled sides are easily assembled with bolts and barrel nuts. New maintenance-free polyurethane hinges for smooth and effortless treadling. Soft leather brake band and sensitive tension adjustment INCLUDED: 1 country spinner bobbin, Threading hook, Learn to Spin booklet. Bobbin capacity: 1kg (2.2 Lb). PRODUCT of NEW ZEALAND
$1,077.00
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Ashford Country Spinner Bobbin – Natural
Ashford Country Spinner Bobbin – Natural
Canadian orders only. We are now trying to keep these in stock. Massive bobbin for the Country Spinner, natural unfinished wood. Fits the Country Spinner 2 and Super Jumbo E-spinner. These may not fit the original Country Spinner, as the holes are smaller. Comes in a box, minor assembly required. PRODUCT of NEW ZEALAND
$108.00
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Ashford DD Sliding Hook Flyer & Bobbin – Traditional/Traveller/Elizabeth
Ashford DD Sliding Hook Flyer & Bobbin – Traditional/Traveller/Elizabeth
Canadian orders only. We have this item shipped directly from the Ashford Canada warehouse, generally within one or two business days. We also often have one in stock at our store. For the DOUBLE-DRIVE Traditional, Traveller and Elizabeth wheels. Kit includes 1 Double Drive 90mm Sliding Hook Flyer bobbin, sliding stainless steel yarn guides, graphite/fibreglass arms, a 3-speed pulley. Natural/unfinished wood. Has a 10mm (1/2-inch) orifice. Fill your bobbins evenly with the squeeze-and-slide stainless steel hook. Fibreglass arms make these flyers light and strong. The yarn is controlled in the hook as you spin. The bobbins on this flyer are larger than the type on the standard hook-type flyer, and will hold more singles. Ratios: Traditional: 7.5, 9.5, 13 Traveller: 6, 8, 10.5 Elizabeth: 8, 10.5, 14 PRODUCT of NEW ZEALAND
$207.00
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