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We are proud to be Dealers for Majacraft, Ashford, Lendrum and Louet wheels. If you are looking for a particular wheel, accessory or spare part, just give us a holler and we will gladly provide a price and expected ship date.
Drop spindles are also available, including inexpensive entry-level ones and also midrange and fancy hand-turned spindles in exotic woods from Dave at Houndesign in British Columbia. Customers are most welcome to drop by and give them a try!
Spinning
Ashford 50mm Drop Spindle
From Ashford, this is made from solid silver beech hardwood, lightly lacquered and smooth. Total length including hook, 18cm (7 inches). Whorl diameter is 50mm (1.97 inches). Weighs approximately 15 - 17g (.53 - .6 oz). You can't beat this as a good value light spindle for learning to do lace weight yarns. If you can't afford a fancy hand-turned exotic spindle, consider this one first! The whorl features two notches.
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Ashford 70mm Drop Spindle
From Ashford, this is made from solid silver beech hardwood, lightly lacquered and smooth. Total length including hook, 26cm (10.24 inches). Whorl diameter is 70mm (2.76 inches). Weighs approximately 38 - 41g (1.34 - 1.45 oz). A great "go to" spindle for a wide range of yarn weights, not too heavy and not too light. The whorl features two notches.
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Ashford 90mm Drop Spindle
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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Ashford Adjusting Knob
For adjusting the drive band tension of the Traditional and Traveller spinning wheels.
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Ashford Brake Band Set with Springs
Ashford nylon break band with two tension springs. Ashford always recommends using two springs on the brake band tie-up.
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Ashford Brake Band, Nylon
Clear nylon brake band. Looks kinda like whipper-snipper cord. Approximately 1m (39").
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Ashford Country Spinner 2 – Lacquered Finish
Ashford Country Spinner 2 – Natural Finish
Ashford Country Spinner Bobbin – Natural
Massive bobbin for the Country Spinner, natural unfinished wood. Fits the original model as well as the Country Spinner 2. Comes in a box, minor assembly required.
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Ashford DD Sliding Hook Flyer & Bobbin – TR/TV/Eliz
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
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Ashford Double Treadle Kit – Elizabeth wheel
This is a dandy kit that lets you convert your single-treadle Elizabeth spinning wheel into a double treadle.
Two treadles leads to easier treadling, better posture and more even spinning. Includes a new crank, conrods and treadle board. Lacquered finish. Not difficult to install either.
NOTE: the wood and finish will not likely match exactly to your existing wheel.
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Ashford Double Treadle Kit – Traditional wheels
This is a dandy kit that lets you convert your single-treadle Traditional spinning wheel into a double treadle! Works for both the single drive and double drive versions of Traditionals.
Two treadles leads to easier treadling, better posture and more even spinning. Includes a new crank, conrods and treadle board. Lacquered finish. Not difficult to install either.
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Ashford E-spinner 12V Adapter Cord
This 12V adapter cord allows you to plug your E-Spinner into a standard ESP2 cigarette lighter. Allows you to spin almost anywhere! Works for all versions of the Ashford E-spinner.
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Ashford E-Spinner 3
Ashford just redesigned the e-spinner in late 2017. Small, light and versatile. Take this e-Spinner with you, wherever you go.
Spin large amounts of yarn, quickly and effortlessly for yourself or a cottage industry. The e-Spinner is quiet, convenient and simple to use. Small and portable plus the optional 12v car cord enables you to take the e-Spinner with you to guild meetings, on holiday, use it in the car, caravan, RV or boat. The scotch tension system allows all types of yarn to be spun. It comes with a lacquered finish and mostly assembled. This new version features:
- quick and easy bobbin change with snap-in flyer bearing
- convenient spinning and plying with a sliding hook flyer, frictionless yarn guides, 15mm (5-8 inch) orifice and reducer bush
- quiet but powerful 12-volt DC 2.0 amp 70 watt motor with soft start and infinitely variable speed from 0-1800 rpm
- optional 12 volt car cord enables you to use it in your car, caravan, RV, boat, or with a battery pack
- Light weight only 2kg (4.4lbs)
- Compact only 26 x 14 x 21.5cm (10-1/4 x 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 inches)
INCLUDES: Padded carry bag with shoulder straps. Three jumbo bobbins, 225gm (8oz) capacity. Two-bobbin tensioned Lazy Kate. 1 bottle of wheel oil. On/off Foot Controller, threading hook, Learn to Spin booklet.
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Ashford E-spinner Foot Controller
On/Off foot control for Ashford Electronic Spinners. This controls the power but does not adjust the speed. Does not fit the original E-spinner 1 and only fits E-spinner 2 models with the plugin thingy on the wheel. See below. PLEASE NOTE the new E-spinner 3 INCLUDES this foot controller already.
The e-Spinner foot control allows you to start and stop spinning without using your hands. Simply tap to turn on your e-Spinner and tap to turn off.
NOTE: For all e-Spinners manufactured after January 2016 that include the foot switch plug option on the power panel. Older e-Spinners do not have this feature.
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Ashford Elizabeth 2 Spinning Wheel – lacquered finish
A lovely single-treadle wheel with a classic look. Ashford calls it a "Fairytale wheel".
- classic design, in lacquered finish
- huge 61cm (24ins) wheel
- high ratios (8.5, 11, 15)
- double drive and scotch tension
This beautifully crafted wheel now has a large 61cm (24") wheel with 12 spokes mounted on ball bearings for smooth effortless spinning. Horizontal adjustment of the maiden bar allows perfect alignment with the 3 speed whorl. The maiden bar clamps to the base to eliminate vibration. This Double drive wheel produces a fine, firm-twist yarn particularly suited for fine wools and exotic fibres. One adjustment controls both drive band and bobbin take-up. Easily converted to single drive or bobbin lead. The treadle is pivoted for a comfortable heel-toe action. INCLUDED: horizontal Lazy Kate with 4 bobbins, threading hook, "Learn To Spin" booklet.
Bobbin capacity: 100g (3 to 4 oz). WEIGHT: 9kg (20 Lbs)
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Ashford Elizabeth 2 Spinning Wheel – natural finish
Ashford Finishing Wax Polish – 75g
Preserve, protect, and enhance wheels, looms, and all your craft accessories with this quick and easy-to-apply environmentally-friendly, low-gloss finishing wax polish.
Made from beeswax and tree oils, it is ideal for the new natural timber or for rejuvinating and restoring loved and lacquered products. Apply with a soft rag, steel wool, or Scotchbrite pad, then buff to a deep rich lustrous finish with a soft cloth. No other finish is required. Non-flammable, non-toxic. 75 gram tub.
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