[{"id":394400071924,"handle":"animal-fibre","title":"Animal Fibres: Fibre for Spinning \u0026 Felting","updated_at":"2022-08-11T22:15:11+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003ePremium Quality Wool and Silk Fibres\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnimal fibres include wool from animals like sheep, alpaca, angora rabbits, cashmere and mohair goats, as well as silk from insects like silkworms. You can spin these fibres to create your own yarns or use them for spinning to create patterns or beautiful, life-like animal figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAnimal Fibres: Fibre for Spinning \u0026amp; Felting\u003c\/strong\u003e collection includes mulberry silk fibres, Angora fibres, natural Corriedale wool fibres, white alpaca wool fibres, tussah silk fibres, and more. Choose from our premium quality animal fibres for your spinning and felting needs.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2022-01-23T10:18:52+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"Yarn"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Silk"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Wool"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Alpaca"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Merino"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2022-01-24T14:17:53+10:00","alt":"Buy animal fibres for spinning and felting - Thread Collective Australia","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/collection-animal_fibres.jpg?v=1642997874"}},{"id":395794809076,"handle":"ashford-carding-fibre-preparation","title":"Ashford Carding \u0026 Fibre Preparation","updated_at":"2022-08-07T18:05:17+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003ePrepare Your Fibres for Spinning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our range of Ashford Carding \u0026amp; Fibre Preparation tools that will help you get your beautiful fibres ready for spinning. Choose from handcards in different sizes, e-carders, blending boards, drum carders, and many more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy Ashford Carding \u0026amp; Fibre Preparation Tools Online\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread Collective offers a collection of carding and fibre preparation tools and equipment to help you prepare fibre for spinning. From hand cards and drum carders to blending boards, we have a broad range of tools and equipment to get you started.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you can't find what you are looking for, feel free to send us a message and we will be glad to assist you.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2022-02-15T13:23:46+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Ashford"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Fibre Preparation"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"Dye"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2022-02-15T13:23:45+10:00","alt":"Ashford Carding \u0026 Fibre Preparation - Thread Collective Australia","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/Ashford_carding_and_fibre_preparation.jpg?v=1644895425"}},{"id":242055807161,"handle":"ashford-handicrafts","title":"Ashford Handicrafts","updated_at":"2022-08-11T21:30:07+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eA Craft for Everyone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ashford range of spinning wheels, weaving looms and carders are designed to be simple, easy to assemble and fun to use. Built on a family tradition and over 80 years of experience, Ashford products have been designed for crafters and built to last.  In addition to quality equipment, Ashford offers a range of knitting, weaving yarns and fibre for spinning and felting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe range of Ashford products are built in New Zealand using high-quality sustainable timber and offered with a natural or lacquered finish. The Ashford woollen mill is located in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMilton, New Zealand, we source and process high-quality fleeces and fibres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-12-21T11:58:47+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Ashford"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-04T10:24:54+10:00","alt":"Ashford Handicrafts - Thread Collective Australia","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/collection-ashford_handicrafts.png?v=1643767952"}},{"id":164145987642,"handle":"ashford-spinning-wheels-and-weaving-looms","title":"Ashford Spinning Wheels and Weaving Looms","updated_at":"2022-08-11T21:30:07+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eGet Started on Spinning and Weaving\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nAshford is a New Zealand company globally known for its spinning wheels, weaving looms, and carders. Ashford quality products are the result of more than 80 years of experience, research and development, and customer feedback. Ashford wheels and looms are simple to use, easy to assemble and finish, and fun to explore for beginners and experienced spinners and weavers alike.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-short lessmore\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"readmore\" href=\"#\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRead More\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-full\"\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThread Collective has brought Ashford products to Australia with the goal of being a one-stop shop for fibre artists looking to expand their arsenal without the hassle of ordering from overseas.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nChoose from the different spinning wheel and weaving loom options and get started on creating beautifully handmade pieces. Our Ashford weaving loom collection includes the inkle and inklette loom, rigid heddle looms, table looms, and frame looms. For spinning, we have brought several wheel models to Australian customers, including the Ashford e-Spinners and the more traditional spinning wheels.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \n \u003ch3\u003e\n Buy Ashford Wheels and Looms Online\n \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\n We try our best to stock the latest models of Ashford looms and wheels to provide Australian textile artists easy access to everything they need for their craft.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \u003cp\u003e\n A wide range of accessories for the Ashford spinning wheels and weaving looms are also available here at Thread Collective. This includes additional heddles, shuttles, ball winders, warping mills, carry bags, maintenance kits, and so much more. If you’re looking for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/ashford-spare-parts\"\u003espare parts\u003c\/a\u003e for your Ashford spinning wheel or weaving loom, we have them right here.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \u003cp\u003e\n We also have \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/books?filter.p.vendor=Ashford\"\u003eAshford books\u003c\/a\u003e on our shelves that you can use as resources to help you navigate your way through the world of spinning and weaving, especially if you are just starting out.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \u003cp\u003e\n Thread Collective is the number one supplier of Ashford weaving looms, spinning wheels, and accessories in Australia. Buy now and have your orders conveniently delivered to your doorstep.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \n \n\u003cdiv class=\"lessmore\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003ca class=\"readless\" href=\"#\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRead Less\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","published_at":"2020-09-08T20:46:27+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Ashford"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-05T12:38:19+10:00","alt":null,"width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/ashofrd_spinning_wheels_and_weaving_looms.png?v=1636079899"}},{"id":155570274362,"handle":"fibre-preparation","title":"Fibre Preparation","updated_at":"2022-08-07T18:05:17+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eMust-Have Tools for Fibre Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread Collective offers a collection of carding and fibre preparation tools and equipment to help you prepare fibre for spinning. From hand cards and drum carders to blending boards, we have a broad range of tools and equipment to get you started.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Carding?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarding is the process of straightening out fibre in preparation for felting or spinning into yarn. The different carding tools include hand carders, drum carders, flick carders, e-carders, and blending boards. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese carding tools have different sizes and capacities, but one thing they have in common is the metal teeth that the fibres go through in the carding process. Once carding is finished, the fibre is then removed from the carder using a doffer, which is a long metal tool that separates the fibres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarding Terms You Need to Know\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you are new to the fibre arts, you are likely to come across new words. Here are a few that you need to know the meanings of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Batt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe term batt refers to fibre that has gone through a drum carder. It is usually in a rectangular shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Rolag\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rolag is a roll of fibre that has already been carded. This fibre is ready for spinning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Carding Cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA carding cloth refers to the base material to which the metal teeth of the carder are attached. It is usually made of rubber or leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a way to buy replacement cloth for the drum carders? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately, we do not sell replacement cloth for the drum carders. As it is specifically manufactured for drum carders, it's only sold as a part of the product. This is because the cloth is fitted onto the drum under special tensioning, making it an extremely durable drum carder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Teeth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn carding, teeth pertain to the metal bristle that are used to brush the fibres in order to straighten them out. The more teeth the carder has, the finer the carding will be. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypes of Carding Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/hand-cards\"\u003eHand Carders\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hand carder lets you prepare fibres in the traditional way. It is used in pairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/products\/schacht-flick-carder-72-psi\"\u003eFlick Carder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA flick carder is used to tease and separate fibres in preparation for spinning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/drum-carders\"\u003eDrum Carder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA drum carder allows you to make large batts, easily prepare your fibres, and blend colours. It works by feeding fibre into the drum carder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/products\/ashford-e-carder\"\u003ee-Carder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn electronic version of the drum carder, the e-Carder is equipped with gear-driven motors to speed up the carding process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/blending-boards\"\u003eBlending Board\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA blending board lets you easily blend fibres of different colours to create rolags for spinning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/products\/louet-mini-combs\"\u003eCarding Combs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarding combs are used to straighten small batches of fibre in order to prepare them for spinning. It is ideal for combing fine and delicate fibres. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions about Carding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. What does the TPI in carders mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carding cloth is measured by the TPI or the number of teeth per inch. Basically, TPI determines how densely the teeth are packed together in the carder. This is also referred to as PPSI or point per square inch. The higher the number, the more appropriate it is for carding finer and luxury fibres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Do I need a drum carder instead of a hand carder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are going to be working with large amounts of fibre, then a drum carder will make the process easier and quicker. A drum carder will allow you to easily and quickly create your own colour blends, produce rolags with gradient colours, or prepare large batts for felting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important to note, however, that when using a drum carder, your fibre must first be washed and clean of any dirt and impurities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Are hand carders sold individually or in a set of two?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Carders are sold in pairs. This is because hand carders are also used in pairs when preparing fibres for spinning or blending coloured fibres in the traditional way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy Carding and Fibre Preparation Tools Online\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread Collective offers a collection of carding and fibre preparation tools and equipment to help you prepare fibre for spinning. From hand cards and drum carders to blending boards, we have a broad range of tools and equipment to get you started. Choose from brands like Ashford, Louet, and Schacht for your fibre preparation needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIf you can't find what you are looking for, feel free to send us a message and we will be glad to assist you.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-01-10T18:38:55+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"type","relation":"equals","condition":"Hand Cards"},{"column":"type","relation":"equals","condition":"Flick Carder"},{"column":"type","relation":"equals","condition":"Drum Carder"},{"column":"type","relation":"equals","condition":"Hand Cards"},{"column":"type","relation":"equals","condition":"Fibre Combs"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-04T09:54:14+10:00","alt":null,"width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/collection-fibre_preparation.png?v=1635983655"}},{"id":269792575673,"handle":"hand-cards","title":"Hand Cards - Prepare Your Fibre For Spinning \u0026 Felting","updated_at":"2022-08-01T13:30:24+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eTools for Fibre Preparation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand carders\u003c\/strong\u003e are used to prepare fibre for spinning and felting. Hand cards are used in pairs and can blend different \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/plant-fibres\" title=\"fibres\"\u003efibres\u003c\/a\u003e and colours together. Use hand cards to create rolags and mini batts ready to use for your spinning or felting projects. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThread Collective offers a range of hand cards from Ashford, Schacht, and Louet. If you can't find what you are looking for, feel free to drop us a line anytime and we will be happy to assist you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-06-06T11:18:06+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"type","relation":"equals","condition":"Hand Cards"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-18T11:00:06+10:00","alt":null,"width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/hand_cards.png?v=1637197206"}},{"id":402329927924,"handle":"thread-collective-all-products","title":"Thread Collective All Products","updated_at":"2022-08-11T22:15:11+10:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2022-07-11T14:29:13+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"AVL"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Ada Fibres"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Addi"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Ashford"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Birch"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Bluster Bay"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"DMC"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Daylight Company"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Erica de Ruiter"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Full Circle Fibres"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"GIST Yarn \u0026 Fibre"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Georgia Yarn Company"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Glimakra"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"ITO"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Kerry Lord"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"KnitPro"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Kollage"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Leclerc"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Lotte Dalgaard \u0026 Paulette Adam"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Louet"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Lowery Workstands"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Lykke"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Magiske Garner"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Malabrigo"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Marian Stubenitsky"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Marion Stubenitsky"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Maurice Brassard"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Mirrix"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Nancy's Knit Knacks"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Omanik Factory"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Peggy Osterkamp"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Schacht"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Prym"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Scheepjes"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Selvedge"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Suomen Lanka"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Swiss Mountain Silk"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Texsolv"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Thread Collective"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Various"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Venne"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Zweigart"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":269794377913,"handle":"weaving-supplies-online","title":"Weaving Supplies \u0026 Materials: Must-Have Items for Weavers","updated_at":"2022-08-11T22:15:11+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Must-Have Items for Weavers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread Collective offers a broad range of weaving supplies and materials every weaver must have in their inventory. Having all the weaving essentials before starting a project will help make your weaving process easier and more efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeaving Yarn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeaving yarn is a growing market. You can find the supplies and materials you need for your projects on this website. Thread Collective has an extensive range of weaving yarns that are available at competitive prices from leading brands like Ashford, Venne, Malabrigo, Maurice Brassard, and many more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeaving Tools and Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from a wide range of weaving tools and accessories, including weaving shuttles, heddles, reeds, needles, warping mills and boards, warping pegs, and so much more. Get your weaving journey started with the right tools and accessories for weaving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeaving Kits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet started in your journey to becoming a fibre artist by purchasing your very first weaving kit. These kits come with everything you need to start weaving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeaving Books\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's no better way to start learning how to weave than taking lessons from weaving experts. Thread Collective offers weaving books that will guide you as you enter the world of weaving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy Weaving Supplies and Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a beginner, experienced, or expert weaver, Thread Collective has a lot in store for your weaving needs. If you can't find what you are looking for, feel free to drop us a line and we will be happy to assist you.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-06-06T12:12:09+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Weaving"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-01T15:23:58+10:00","alt":null,"width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/weving_supplies_and_materials.png?v=1643330146"}}]