[{"id":394400071924,"handle":"animal-fibre","title":"Animal Fibres: Fibre for Spinning \u0026 Felting","updated_at":"2022-07-05T18:05:11+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":269739393209,"handle":"avl-looms","title":"AVL Looms - Premium Handweaving Looms and Equipment","updated_at":"2022-07-03T16:35:47+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eAVL Looms \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread Collective is excited to be partnering with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/avllooms.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"AVL Weaving Looms - Australian partner\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAVL Looms\u003c\/a\u003e to bring their premium range of computer-controlled dobby looms, and weaving equipment to Australia. \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AVL loom range includes the Workshop Dobby, K Series, A series, home loom and weaving accessories such as the warping square. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will be adding the AVL range to the website over the coming month and we are happy to provide a quote on any of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/weaving-looms\"\u003elooms\u003c\/a\u003e available.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-06-05T14:11:48+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"AVL"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-19T15:25:50+10:00","alt":null,"width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/avl_looms_-_collection.png?v=1637299550"}},{"id":73416572986,"handle":"dobby","title":"Dobby Looms: Computer and Mechanical","updated_at":"2022-07-03T15:00:10+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComputer or Mechanical - No more tie-ups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDobby looms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA dobby loom has a dobby mechanism, which is used to program the harness combinations for the weave pattern. Dobby is short for “draw boy” which refers to the weaver’s helper who was used to control the warp thread by pulling on draw threads. The dobby mechanism replaces the treadle\/lam combination of the traditional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/floor-looms\"\u003efloor looms\u003c\/a\u003e. The performance of a multi-harness loom is vastly improved by using a dobby mechanism, as it overcomes the major problems associated with the use of a large number of treadles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA dobby loom allows you to select the combination of harnesses for every shed opening you wish to make. The great advantage of a dobby loom is that it avoids the necessity and the labor involved in making multiple tie-ups to treadle positioned underneath a loom. An investment in a Dobby loom ensures many years of comfortable and productive weaving.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mechanical dobby is a program bar with pegs system. The numbered holes in the program bars correspond with harnesses of the loom. If you want a harness to be raised, you place a peg in the corresponding hole of the program bar. Your series of program bars can be as long as you like; however, if the number of program bars becomes very large, you may want to consider an electronic dobby. The electronic dobby will give you almost unlimited harness combinations using a computer and software from Fiberworks PCW, Patternland, Weavemaker, Weave It, WeavePoint or Pro Weave.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-07-07T11:34:46+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"type","relation":"equals","condition":"Dobby Weaving Loom"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2019-06-08T00:53:39+10:00","alt":null,"width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/computerdobby2onmegado.jpg?v=1643597012"}},{"id":164222435386,"handle":"weaving-looms","title":"Weaving Looms - Find your perfect loom!","updated_at":"2022-07-05T13:05:04+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eAustralia's Largest Range of Weaving Looms\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a beginner looking for your first weaving loom or a more experienced weaver who is keen to try something new, we have the looms to help you on your way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread Collective offers a range of \u003cstrong\u003eweaving looms for sale\u003c\/strong\u003e that will suit every style and budget. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn to weave or have been weaving for years, Thread Collective will have a loom for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thread Collective range includes\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/tapestry-looms\/frame-loom\" title=\"Frame Looms - Thread Collective\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e frame \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/tapestry-looms\/frame-loom\" title=\"Frame Looms - Thread Collective Australia\" target=\"_blank\"\u003el\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/tapestry-looms\/frame-loom\" title=\"Frame Looms - Thread Collective\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eooms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/tapestry-looms\/frame-loom\" title=\"Frame Looms - Thread Collective\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003efor modern textured weaving. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/tapestry-looms\" title=\"Tapestry Looms - Thread Collective Australia\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTapestry looms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for creating home decor works of art. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/inkle-looms\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInkle looms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for bands. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/rigid-heddle-looms\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRigid heddle\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003elooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are a great way to learn, allowing you to create home decor pieces and wearable scarves. 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If you are not sure what you are looking for, we are happy to assist you over the phone. 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The world's most advanced handloom for complex weaving
So you’re a complex weaver? Great! Then you value equipment that gives you precision over your creativity without causing distractions. You also appreciate the ergonomic design and intuitive interfaces that let you maintain focus on what’s most important - your art.
Honouring AVL’s tradition of innovation, the K-Series introduces new and improved technologies and design that offer unmatched creative potential. For the first time treadling 40 shafts is not just made possible, it’s made easy. Warp movement works with you as you weave, and adjustments come with the tap of a button. Connecting your laptop, tablet, or phone is straightforward and instant. Technology assists where it needs to, and the weavers’ touch is left to shine.
We are an Australian retailer able to provide sales and support. Contact us today for a quote and details on the ordering process.
Highlights of the K-Series Computer Dobby Loom
Compu-Dobby®
Built-in loom control via web browser. No software or driver installations needed.
WiFi, USB connect-ability.
Built-in pattern storage. Save designs on the Compu-Dobby.
Advanced diagnostics to prevent downtime. No more surprises!
Easily connect to laptop, tablet, phone for loom control.
Countermarch Dobby
Centre-shedding means bigger sheds for easier weaving.
Dobby equals no crawling under the loom for tie-ups or remembering complicated treadling sequences.
Perfectly balanced to ensure light-touch treadling up to 40 harnesses.
No lift-assist necessary.
Again, treadling is light! Weaving hours on end is a walk in the park.
Digital tension and advancing systems
Digital dynamic warp tension and cloth advance systems.
Adjustments made at the press of a button.
Digital control means continuous weaving without interruptions. A project can be woven from start to finish without pausing to advance or adjust tension.
Ergonomics
Small footprint - easy to work around and perfect for home or studio.
Beam cover protects arms from scratching on the sticky breast beam.
Adjustable bench with height and seat-tilt adjustability for comfort.
Built-in shelf for handy convenience.
Our quietest Compu-Dobby® ever. Keep your partners and pets happy!
$74.50
$29.00
