Ashford Kiwi 3 Spinning Wheel
Struggling to find a reliable spinning wheel that fits your space and lifestyle? The Ashford Kiwi 3 offers smooth, quiet spinning in a compact, foldable design, perfect for creative makers on the move.
Spinning should feel like a peaceful rhythm, not a workout in frustration. The Ashford Kiwi 3 Spinning Wheel is a beautifully balanced blend of convenience and exceptional design, designed with the needs of modern fibre artists in mind. Whether you're just beginning or deep in your spinning journey, this wheel brings joy, simplicity, and portability to every project.
Before the Kiwi 3, you may have felt limited by bulky, noisy wheels that were hard to store or take to workshops. However, this clever design folds neatly away and glides quietly as you spin, allowing you to bring your wheel wherever your creativity takes you. The double treadle action feels light underfoot, the built-in Lazy Kate keeps your workflow smooth, and the generous bobbin capacity means fewer interruptions and more satisfying momentum.
It’s more than a tool, it’s a quiet, loyal companion that understands how precious your creative time really is.
Key Features & Benefits
- Foldable treadles make storage and transport a breeze
- Whisper-quiet operation for peaceful spinning sessions
- Lacquered timber-veneered MDF wheel for strength and beauty
- Double treadle with smooth polyurethane hinges for effortless motion
- 3-speed whorl for flexible spinning control (ratios: 5.5, 7.5, 9.5:1)
- Sliding hook flyer with snap-in front flyer for easy bobbin changes
- Built-in Lazy Kate keeps everything neat and close at hand
- Includes 3 large bobbins with a generous 130g capacity
- Lightweight and easy to assemble, only 5.5kg
- Natural or lacquered finish to match your personal style
- 1 x Ashford Kiwi 3 Spinning Wheel
- 3 x Large Bobbins
- 1 x Built-in Lazy Kate
- 1 x Wooden Threading Hook
- Assembly Instructions
- Finish Options: Natural or Lacquered
- Assembly: Required
- Wheel Diameter: 45cm (17½")
- Ratios: 5.5, 7.5, 9.5:1
- Orifice Size: 1cm (⅜")
- Orifice Height: 69cm (27¼")
- Bobbin Capacity: 130gm (4–5oz)
- Weight: 5.5kg (12 lbs)
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Ashford Kiwi Super Flyer
Now you can spin all your yarns on one flyer! Convert your Kiwi spinning wheel to a Super Flyer!
Maintaining Your Spinning Wheel
Richard Ashford shows you how to get the best out of your wheel by doing a little maintenance.
Kiwi 3 Unboxing and Assembly
Assemble the Ashford Kiwi 3 step-by-step with helpful tips—perfect for beginners and spinners looking to customize a reliable, affordable wheel.
Yes, more so with the optional Super Flyer, it accommodates bulky yarns up to 500g capacity and a 27mm orifice.
Absolutely, its user-friendly design and affordable price make it a popular choice for beginners.
The Kiwi 3 features folding treadles for portability, timber veneered MDF wheel, wooden threading hook, and a 3-speed whorl, enhancing versatility and features over the Kiwi 2.
Regular oiling of moving parts and occasional drive band checks are recommended for optimal performance. Check the spring occasionally. If it has become stretched out and no longer returns to a tightly coiled state when tension is released, you may need to replace it. Remove the drive band when not in use (move to a smaller whorl) to enhance band longevity.
Yes, its folding treadles and compact design make it convenient for transport and storage.
Yes, accessories like the High Speed Whorl and Super Flyer are available to expand its capabilities. You can also purchase accessories such as additional sliding flyer bobbins, niddy noddys, and maintenance kits.
The double treadle provides effortless treadling, allowing for a comfortable heel-toe action and smooth spinning.
Yes, however it includes clear instructions and features robust construction and is quick and easy to assemble.
The Kiwi 3 is versatile and can handle a wide range of fibers, including wool, alpaca, silk, and more.
Yes, given its castle style design, it is suitable for both left- and right-handed users, ensuring comfortable spinning for all.