[{"id":242055807161,"handle":"ashford-handicrafts","title":"Ashford Handicrafts","updated_at":"2022-06-27T22:15:08+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":263311360185,"handle":"ashford-knitters-loom","title":"Ashford Knitters Loom","updated_at":"2022-06-27T22:15:03+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eAshford Knitters Loom: Weaving on the go\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ashford Knitters Loom is the perfect loom to use up your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/knitting\"\u003eknitting yarn\u003c\/a\u003e and take your crafting to the next level. This loom comes with a complete kit that includes everything you need to get started.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional extras include floor stands, additional reeds and a range of shuttles to suit your style. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is a Knitters Loom Different from a Rigid Heddle Loom?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference between the Ashford knitters loom and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/rigid-heddle-looms\"\u003erigid heddle looms\u003c\/a\u003e is that the knitters loom comes to you assembled and folds for storage and transport and comes with a carry bag. The rigid heddle loom is made of sturdier timber but does not fold and requires assembly when you first receive it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat accessories do I need to start weaving?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ashford knitters loom comes assembled and complete with a lacquered finish. The Ashford knitters loom has been designed to direct warp and the only items you need to get started is yarn and a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/weaving-shuttles\"\u003eweaving shuttle\u003c\/a\u003e. We recommend a flat weaving shuttle to begin with. Once you get started weaving you can achieve a different finish using the wavy stick shuttle and complete your project with a fringe twister.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother accessory to consider is a floor stand to allow you to weave where you want and not be constrained by a table. Additional reeds can also be purchased to suits different yarn sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size Knitters Loom should I get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen deciding on a loom size you should consider the types of projects you want to weave, where you want to weave and how often you want to travel with your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/weaving-looms\"\u003eloom\u003c\/a\u003e. The smaller looms are fantastic for making scarves, you will need a bit more width for homewares such as towels and placemats and wider again for fabric for sewing. A good point to remember is that you can weave narrower projects on a wide loom but weaving wide projects on a small loom involves some more advanced double weave techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-03-20T21:45:51+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Name_Ashford Knitters"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-10-25T10:25:42+10:00","alt":"Ashford Knitters Loom Collection and Accessories - Thread Collective Australia","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/Ashford_Knitters_Loom_-_COLLECTION_BANNER.png?v=1643768267"}},{"id":263295795385,"handle":"ashford-rigid-heddle-loom","title":"Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom","updated_at":"2022-06-27T22:15:08+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eA Weaving Start\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom is an affordable and versatile option for beginning weavers that offers a wide variety of options to expand your weaving. With the ability to add second heddles, and a built-in indirect warping option, this loom will keep you busy for months, or even years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom has a range of accessories available, including floor stands, additional reeds, vari-dents, a range of shuttles and pick up sticks, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-03-20T15:57:28+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Name_Ashford Rigid Heddle"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-03-20T16:58:15+10:00","alt":"Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom Collection - Thread Collective Australia","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/Ashford-Rigid-Heddle-Loom.png?v=1643769574"}},{"id":263357661369,"handle":"ashford-sampleit-loom","title":"Ashford SampleIt Weaving Looms \u0026 Accessories","updated_at":"2022-06-27T22:15:03+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eAffordable and Portable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe popular Ashford SampleIt loom is available in two sizes. Ashford SampleIt looms are inexpensive, compact, and cute without sacrificing function and are ideal for new and experienced weavers alike. Whether you are learning to weave for the first time, want to learn new techniques, or sample your wonderful yarns, this loom is fun and easy to use. Just add yarn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy Ashford Sampleit Weaving Looms From Thread Collective?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Thread Collective we share your passion for weaving and tapestry. We know you invest a lot of time into your craft. That’s why we’re passionate about connecting local creatives like you with premium quality brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve scoured and sourced \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/weaving-accessories\"\u003eweaving supplies\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/weaving-looms\"\u003eweaving looms\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/yarns\"\u003eyarns\u003c\/a\u003e, and more from top brands around the world. And we're constantly striving to improve our online selection so we can bring the best weaving supplies to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop our range of Ashford Sampleit looms and accessories and find the perfect loom for your projects. We also have a full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/ashford-weaving-looms\"\u003eAshford Looms\u003c\/a\u003e available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-03-21T08:46:00+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Name_Ashford SampleIt"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-01T15:19:25+10:00","alt":"Ashford SampleIt Weaving Looms \u0026 Accessories - Thread Collective Australia","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/AshfordSampleIt.png?v=1643768494"}},{"id":164145987642,"handle":"ashford-spinning-wheels-and-weaving-looms","title":"Ashford Spinning Wheels and Weaving Looms","updated_at":"2022-06-27T22:15:08+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":250256163001,"handle":"ashford-table-looms","title":"Ashford Table Looms","updated_at":"2022-06-22T15:05:05+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eTable Looms Designed for Beginners and Experienced Weavers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAshford table looms\u003c\/strong\u003e are versatile and easy to use. This loom would suit experienced weavers and beginners who are looking for a weaving loom that will adapt as they expand their draft possibilities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese come in 4-shaft, 8-shaft, and 16-shaft options and have various weaving widths. Weaving on a table loom \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eallows you to manipulate the warp threads in different patterns through the heddles for each shaft. It's so much fun because you can have more freedom with patterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Ashford table looms are portable, stable, and durable. Get started weaving on a table loom and create wonderful pieces of art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAvailable accessories for the Ashford table looms include table loom stands, weaving bench, second back beam, boat shuttles, double-ended threading and reed hooks, raddle kit, stainless steel reeds, cross sticks, treadle kit, warping frame, wooden warp sticks, and the Ashford Book of Weaving Patterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-02-21T22:46:13+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Ashford Table Loom"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-10T10:06:54+10:00","alt":"Ashford Table Looms - Thread Collective Australia","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/collection-ashford_table_looms.png?v=1643784499"}},{"id":1563131917,"handle":"other-yarns","title":"Other Yarns","updated_at":"2022-06-27T22:15:08+10:00","body_html":"These yarns have been sourced world wide and we pride ourselves on quality yarns.","published_at":"2017-11-10T17:29:09+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Bockens"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Maurice Brassard"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Venne"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Full Circle Fibres"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Bluster Bay"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Louët"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Texsolv"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Nancy's Knit Knacks"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Baby Wrap"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Georgia Yarn Company"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Handwoven fabrics"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Heddles"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"reed"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"quills"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Leclerc"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Louet"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_equals","condition":"Prym"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"Tool"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"Notions"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":58176503866,"handle":"weaving-shuttles","updated_at":"2022-06-27T22:15:03+10:00","published_at":"2018-05-25T18:55:24+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"Weaving Shuttles - Stick, Boat, Honex, and More","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eWhich Weaving Shuttle Will You Choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the weaving of fabrics, \u003cstrong\u003eweaving shuttles\u003c\/strong\u003e are spindle-shaped devices that are used to carry the weft threads through the warp. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStick Shuttles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/products\/wavy-stick-shuttle\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/products\/wavy-stick-shuttle\"\u003estick shuttle\u003c\/a\u003e is a flat, narrow piece of wood featuring notches on each end. It is the simplest type of weaving shuttle and is easy to use with small looms, especially on rigid heddle looms and table looms with narrow sheds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBoat Shuttles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/weaving-shuttles\/products\/schacht-boat-shuttles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBoat shuttles\u003c\/a\u003e are sold in different sizes, may have an open or closed bottom, and are often used with floor looms that feature a raise to guide the boat shuttle from one edge of the weaving to the other.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnd-Delivery Shuttles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/weaving-shuttles\/products\/schacht-15-end-feed-shuttle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEnd-delivery shuttles\u003c\/a\u003e are known for being lightweight, being easy to throw and catch, and being adjustable to different types of yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSki Shuttles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to hold medium to heavy yarns, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/weaving-shuttles\/products\/schacht-ski-shuttles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eski shuttles\u003c\/a\u003e are used by wrapping yarn horizontally around the top. This leaves a smooth bottom that will allow the weaver to slide the shuttle seamlessly across the warp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy Weaving Shuttles Online\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread Collective offers a range of \u003cstrong\u003eweaving shuttles\u003c\/strong\u003e to suit almost all your weaving projects. From handmade timber boat shuttles to fly shuttles, you'll surely find the right shuttle to use with your weaving loom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have all kinds of shuttles from different brands, including Bluster Bay, Ashford, Schacht, Leclerc, and many more. If you can't find what you are looking for, drop us a line and we'll be happy to assist you.\u003c\/p\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2019-06-08T00:51:56+10:00","alt":"Weaving Shuttles - Stick, Boat, Hoxex, and More - Thread Collective Australia","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/DSC00840.jpg?v=1643592869"}}]