Affordable, portable rigid heddle looms, ideal for use as an introduction to weaving. The Ashford Standard Rigid Heddle Looms are available in 4 weaving widths.
The loom is quick and simple to set up and can be used to create unique woven fabric for garments and soft furnishings, tapestries and wall hangings, and includes a built-in second heddle option for multi-shaft weaving. Made from Silver Beech hardwood the loom is very strong and robust.
This loom has holes drilled in the bottom of the rails so that it can be used as a warping frame for the indirect warping method. The Rigid Heddle Warping Pegs (which include a set of 14 pegs) are available to order separately.
Some benefits of indirect warping are the flexibility to use one thread of one colour, it saves space, provides even warp lengths and better tension control.
All looms come with a built-in second heddle option, a 7.5 dpi (30/10) nylon reed, a step by step instruction booklet, 2 stick shuttles, 10 cardboard warping sticks, a threading hook, and a warping peg and clamp.
Choose from the following weaving widths for your Ashford Standard Rigid Heddle Loom (see our image for loom dimensions):
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- 40cm (16″) with 2 x 46cm (18″) stick shuttles – approximate maximum warp length 4.7m (15.5′)
- 60cm (24″) with 2 x 56cm (22″) stick shuttles – approximate maximum warp length 6.7m (22′)
- 80cm (32″) with 1 x 56cm (22″) and 1 x 76cm (30″) stick shuttles – approximate maximum warp length 8.7m (28.5′)
- 120cm (48″) with 2 x 120cm (48″) stick shuttles – approximate maximum warp length 12.7m (41.5′)
This product is left in the natural wood so that you can choose your finish. Make a statement and stain the wood any colour you like, or bring out the natural grain of the wood by applying Superior Danish Oil – the options are endless. Supplying Ashford products untreated means we are able to pass on a saving of the product cost, making them excellent value for you.
Please note that this product is delivered flat-packed for self-assembly.
To understand more about the Ashford Standard Rigid Heddle Looms, please see the Blog post What is a Rigid Heddle Loom & how does it work?
