Ashford Katie 8 Shaft Table Loom with Carry Bag
Transform your weaving experience with the Ashford Katie 8-Shaft Table Loom. Compact and portable, it's your perfect partner for creative freedom.
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Imagine you're ready to explore the world of weaving, but you're held back by cumbersome equipment or constraints in creativity. It feels limiting, doesn't it? The Ashford Katie 8 Shaft Table Loom is designed to liberate your creative spirit. Its compact design is perfectly suited for workshops, sampling, or even weaving on the go.
This loom arrives fully assembled and ready to weave, offering a smooth and engaging experience from the start. Its 30cm weaving width makes it nimble and easy to manage, while the eight harnesses expand your creative possibilities. You’ll quickly notice how the smooth levers and overhead beater enhance your weaving efficiency without imposing the burdensome weight of traditional looms.
Picture the satisfaction of completing your projects with speed and ease. The Ashford Katie Loom gifts you that creative freedom, combined with the practicality you desire. It’s not just about weaving, but about enjoying each moment and creating pieces you're proud of. Watch your artistic journey flourish with confidence and joy.
KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Smooth lacquer finish for a premium feel
- Portable, folds easily for storage or travel
- Compact 30cm weaving width that's perfect for various projects
- Lightweight design suitable for workshops and travel
- Smooth levers with auto bounce back for seamless operation
- Eight harnesses for limitless creative designs
- Ashford Katie 8 Shaft Table Loom
- Cardboard warp sticks
- Cross and warp sticks
- Learn to Weave booklet
- Padded carry bag
- Threading hook
- Weaving width: 30cm (12″)
- Shafts: 8
- Reed included: 10 dpi
- Shuttles included: 2 × 36cm (14″) lacquered stick shuttles
- Qty of Texsolv heddles included: 320
- Texsolv heddle length: 22cm (8.6″)
- Assembly: Fully assembled
- Finish: Factory lacquered
- Material: Beech hardwood with silver beech rails
- Accessories included: Cardboard warp sticks, cross and warp sticks, Learn to Weave booklet, padded carry bag, threading hook
Ashford - Winding a Warp
Learn how to wind a warp with Ashford's tools. This foundational weaving skill is demonstrated clearly for both new and experienced weavers.
How to put a warp on your table loom Pt 1
This tutorial shows how to begin warping your Ashford table loom, including threading and tensioning tips to ensure a solid start.
Ashford - How to put a warp on your table loom - Part 2
In Part 2, continue the process of warping your Ashford table loom, with detailed guidance on sleying the reed and final setup.
Ashford - Weaving on the Ashford Jack Loom
This video is a quick overview of how to warp an Ashford Jack Loom.
The overhead beater aids with a consistent shed and even beating, contributing to uniform fabric density and improved weaving quality.
Yes, its user-friendly design and portability make it ideal for both beginners and experienced weavers.
The Katie loom supports Ashford's stainless steel 30cm (12-inch) reeds available in 6, 8, 10, 12, and 16 DPI. Reeds of similar size from different manufacturers may also be considered as the beater can support a narrower or wider reed, but note the weaving width remains limited to a maximum of 30cm.
The loom is made from lacquered Silver Beech hardwood, ensuring durability and a smooth finish.
Both are portable 8-shaft looms, with the Ashford being the most compact and budget-friendly option. On the other hand, the Louet Jane offers a variety of configurations and unique design features, providing more versatility for different weaving needs.
The Katie loom has a maximum weaving width of 12 inches (30 cm).
Yes, the loom comes fully assembled and lacquered, ready for immediate use.
It includes two lacquered shuttles, a 10 dpi stainless steel reed, 320 Texsolv heddles, threading hooks, and a padded carry bag.
The easy folding design allows for convenient transport and storage, making it ideal for workshops and travel.