Schacht "FLIP" Rigid Heddle Reeds
Here are the extra rigid heddle reeds the fit Schacht's "Flip" loom. These reeds do not fit their non-"Flip" rigid heddle looms.
Schacht Rigid Heddle Reeds
These Rigid Heddle Reeds fit the Schacht Rigid Heddle Loom. Their rigid heddle reeds are manufactured in three weaving widths - 20", 25", and 35" (Schacht discontinued the 35" Rigid Heddle Loom, but they still supply the reeds for it).
Schacht Belt or Inkle Shuttle
Specially designed for use with inkle looms, this shuttle has a beveled edge for packing in the weft.
Harrisville 'RAG RUG' Shuttles
Rag Rug Shuttle: A practical double-sided shuttle for thick weft yarns or rag strips, the rag rug shuttle is designed to hold the maximum amount of yarn for rug weaving. Made of maple, it is available in 16" and 24" lengths.
Schacht 'RAG' Shuttles
These broad, sturdy shuttles have been traditionally used for rag weaving, though they are also excellent for heavy rug wools and bulky chenilles. Available in 14" and 20" lengths.
Wooden Temples or 'Stretchers'
These are the wooden adjustable temples that are used mostly by fabric weavers. . . rug weavers tend to use the metal temples.
Pirns. . . for End Feed Shuttles
There are three different sizes of pirns that we carry. . . an 8" black pirn that fits the larger AVL, the 15" Schacht End-Feed Shuttles, and the 15" Bluster Bay End Feed Shuttles. A 6" red pirn that fits the 12" Schacht End-Feed (aka 'End Delivery') Shuttle, and a black 5½" Pirns. . . for End Feed Shuttles that fit the short AVL and the the 13" Bluster Bay End-Feed Shuttles.
"Little Man" Tapestry Beaters
Hand made from various hardwoods. Approximately 8" in length. Choose from 1" or 1.5" width, contoured teeth, smooth and finished. Comfortable in the hand.
Howell's "LITTLE MAN" Narrow Stick Shuttles.
These "Little Man" narrow stick shuttles are about 3/4" wide (about 2 centimeters) and have a silky-smooth finish. The perfect stick shuttle for a small loom ** especially handy if the loom has a small shed opening. You can use these narrow stick shuttles for fine yarns and not have to deal with the bulk of bigger, more awkward stick shuttles.
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Harrisville Stick Shuttles
Ideal for simple weaving projects, Harrisville stick shuttles come in five convenient lengths - 9", 12", 16", 20" and 24" long, approximately 1 3/4" wide. They are made of solid rock maple.
Metal Bobbins for "Little Man" (and other) Boat Shuttles
Available in five lengths. Choose our 4 1/2", 6", 7", 9", or 10" (*actual finished length is approximately 1/8" less*) metal bobbins to maxiumize the amount of yarn you can wind for your boat shuttles.
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"Little Man" Boat Shuttles
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Warping Paddles in two sizes:
Made from hard wood, finely sanded but no oil finish applied. Comfortable to hold, use less than the maximum if you wish.
This is the paddle shown on the cover of Peggy Osterkamp's book "New Guide to Weaving: Winding a Warp & Using a Paddle".
This Swedish brass and steel bobbin winder has been designed to provide many, many years of dependable service. The winding ratio is about 17.75:1 which means you can wind your bobbins faster and with less effort so you can get back to weaving sooner.
An occasional light oiling will keep this bobbin winder working like new. This bobbin winder has a built-in clamp so you can mount it just about anywhere.
The Kromski "Harp" Rigid Heddle Loom comes standard with a 10 dpi reed. Kromski reeds are also available in 8 or 12 dpi.
Want to weave a finer sett? Use two rigid heddle reed to double your effective threads per inch. For example; Use two 10 dpi reeds together to weave at 20 epi. The "second heddle mounting kit" is listed with the rigid heddle looms.
Want to weave with 5, 7.5, or 12.5 dpi reeds now, call us.
Schacht makes some of the best reasonably priced stick shuttles. All are 1 1/2" wide and 3/16" thick and made from maple. Lengths are as stated.
Hand made for the discriminating weaver from a variety of woods. . Overall length varies from five to six inches (most are closer to six inches) inches. Six teeth, approximately 1.5" wide.
The McMorran Yarn Balance, just the tool you have been searching for. Determine how many yards per pound is in that unknown yarn so you'll know if you have enough to complete your project.
Easy to use! Amazingly accurate!
Warping Pegs are the simplest and most portable warp measuring tools. Clamp to a table or counter; the single peg placed at one end of the warp length and the pair of pegs placed at the other end, spread as far apart as the warp is long.