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Ashford Yarn Gauge
$14.50
For calculating wraps per inch on handspun or commercial yarns.
This wooden gauge features a 1-inch and 1/2-inch slot. You wrap your yarn evenly in the slot (not too loose, not too tight) and count the number of wraps. The little instruction leaflet is attached, and gives a chart to determine the yarn type or you can use other charts that are available online or in spinning reference books. A handy leather loop is for hanging this on your wheel or on a hook.
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5 in stock
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A couple of years ago Ashford came out with their new and improved skein winder, and we love it. Some of the features:
- holds up to 1.5kg (around 3.75 Lbs) of yarn.
- holds or makes skeins from 1 to 2m in diameter (1.09 to 2.19 yards).
- clever tensioning system for making even skeins, easily bypassed if you wish.
- skeiner arm pegs are fully adjustable. You can use the notches provided or slide the arm adjusters in between the notches and tighten to whatever diameter you prefer. Preset notches are at 1, 1.5 and 2m.
- solid construction from silver beech hardwood, with a lacquered finish.
- amooth, effortless winding with quiet nylon bearings.
Assembly required, but it's pretty simple. Alan says to pay attention to the instructions: when they say the small washer or large washer, they mean it.
November 2018: Ashford also offered this in a natural/unfinished version but that has been discontinued.
Note: ships separately from other items on your order because of the awkward box size.
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- net weight 2.5kg (5.5lbs).
- Dimensions: 30 x 20 x 28cm (12 x 8 x 11”)
- made from New Zealand Silver Beech hardwood with a lacquered finish, assembled
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