[{"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":164346101818,"handle":"rigid-heddle-looms","title":"Rigid Heddle Weaving Looms","updated_at":"2022-08-07T22:30:06+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eRigid Heddle Looms for Knitting and Weaving\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf all the varieties available on the modern market, rigid heddle looms are often the first to be encountered by textile artists. Made in all manner of shapes and sizes, these ‘frames’ are ideal for exploring the art of alternative knitting and weaving at home or on the go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommonly considered an entry-level option, the rigid frames and heddles of these tools are perfect for getting the hang of weaving. Depending on the size, you can create on your lap, against a table, or for bigger sizes, on a weaving stand. It’s worth considering what and where you'll be diving into this artform before securing your pick of the bunch, as space is always a concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile some of our options also double as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/table-looms\"\u003etable looms\u003c\/a\u003e, each unique shape, style, and brand is crafted to create a tailored experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs an Ashford rigid heddle loom the best choice for you?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeaver’s guilds are alive and well in Australia and a majority still hold Ashford designs high on their list of essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese famous options have earned a reputation as excellent tools of the trade. Thoughtfully manufactured with use in mind, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/ashford-rigid-heddle-loom\"\u003eAshford Rigid Heddle Looms\u003c\/a\u003e come equipped with everything you need to get set and start warping and wefting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe stock a complete range of these designs through our website, of which span traditional models, as well as knitting. The latter enables a specific style of knitting to be carried out with the help of this type of frame, which is often easier for those who find the traditional technique difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beauty of Ashford knitter’s looms is that they often fold down for traveling. Compared with the largest of our options, this is a welcome option for getaways, road trips, or weaving sessions with like-minded craftspeople.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the passionate, having more than one of these staples on hand is a must. Not only does that offer a plethora of options to create scarves, wraps, lap blankets, ponchos, and anything else that you can put your imagination to, but also ensures that your tools stay in good shape for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll find the most diverse range Australia-wide at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/\"\u003eThread Collective\u003c\/a\u003e – sourced with care, quality, and accessibility in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy rigid heddle weaving looms at excellent prices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAshford makes three options that fall into the rigid heddle category. These include the small SampleIt, the Knitters and the Rigid Heddle Loom. The SampleIt is a small, compact and affordable option. Meanwhile, the Knitters has been designed for those wanting to weave using their existing yarn collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rigid Heddle is made from stronger timber, therefore is heavier and has a range of accessories available.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-09-12T08:58:59+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Rigid Heddle Loom"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2020-09-14T21:31:03+10:00","alt":"Rigid Heddle Weaving Looms - Thread Collective Australia","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/rigid-heddle-Weaving-loom-cover-sml_461cb462-00ad-4d7e-a6b7-5103baf8dd48.jpg?v=1643595918"}},{"id":268871237817,"handle":"schacht-weaving-looms-and-spinning-wheels","title":"Schacht Weaving Looms and Spinning Wheels","updated_at":"2022-08-09T01:20:15+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eCreate with Schacht\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50 years of excellence in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/weaving-looms\"\u003eWeaving Looms\u003c\/a\u003e \u0026amp; Spinning Wheels\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread Collective offers the full range of Schacht Weaving Looms and Spinning Wheels.  Schacht is known for its quality and its desire to improve its products constantly.  Schacht knows that attention to detail matters to the weavers or spinners who depends on their equipment to do the best job possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/A9208668_edited-web.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg data-was-processed=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/A9208668_edited-web-300x222.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/A9208668_edited-web-768x567.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/A9208668_edited-web-600x443.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/A9208668_edited-web.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 378px) 100vw, 378px\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 378px) 100vw, 378px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/A9208668_edited-web-300x222.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/A9208668_edited-web-768x567.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/A9208668_edited-web-600x443.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/A9208668_edited-web.jpg 800w\" height=\"280\" width=\"378\" alt=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/A9208668_edited-web-300x222.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/A9208668_edited-web-300x222.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-16428 alignright lazy loaded\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 50 years, Schacht has been a value-driven enterprise striving to be inclusive and respectful of others. Schacht's \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003evision is to support weavers and spinners worldwide through our products, services, and education.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Jessie-and-cricket-web.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg data-was-processed=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Jessie-and-cricket-web-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Jessie-and-cricket-web-768x564.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Jessie-and-cricket-web-600x440.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Jessie-and-cricket-web.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 379px) 100vw, 379px\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 379px) 100vw, 379px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Jessie-and-cricket-web-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Jessie-and-cricket-web-768x564.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Jessie-and-cricket-web-600x440.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Jessie-and-cricket-web.jpg 800w\" height=\"278\" width=\"379\" alt=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Jessie-and-cricket-web-300x220.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schachtspindle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Jessie-and-cricket-web-300x220.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-16377 alignright lazy loaded\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Thread Collective, we pride ourselves on offering our customers the most comprehensive range of weaving looms, spinning wheels and accessories.  Please email us at \u003cstrong\u003ehello@threadcollective.com.au\u003c\/strong\u003e to obtain a quote on any of the Schacht range.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-05-25T10:50:56+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Schacht"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-05T12:28:44+10:00","alt":"Schacht Weaving Looms and Spinning Wheels - 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Find your perfect loom!","updated_at":"2022-08-07T15:15:03+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eAustralia's Largest Range of Weaving Looms\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\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\u003cp\u003eThread Collective offers a range of weaving looms for sale that will suit every style and budget.  The type of weaving loom you choose will depend on what you want to create with it. You can go for a small weaving loom, like an inkle loom, or a larger one, such as a floor loom. 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\u003ch3\u003eFrame Looms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thread Collective range includes\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/tapestry-looms\/frame-loom\"\u003e frame looms \u003c\/a\u003efor modern textured weaving. Aptly looking like a picture frame, a frame loom is one of the simplest loom types that is also easy to set up and weave on. We have frame weaving looms from brands like Louet and Ashford. These come in different sizes. A frame \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/products\/weaving-starter-kit-ashford\"\u003eweaving loom kit \u003c\/a\u003efrom Ashford is also available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTapestry Looms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/tapestry-looms\"\u003eTapestry looms\u003c\/a\u003e are ideal for creating home decor works of art. With a tapestry loom, you can weave tapestries of different shapes and sizes. Since there are a variety of tapestry loom sizes, there are also plenty of projects you can do with them, from jewellery and purses to table runners to rugs. We have tapestry looms from Schacht and Mirrix. These are made of different materials and come in a variety of sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInkle Looms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/inkle-looms\"\u003eInkle looms\u003c\/a\u003e are used to make durable braided bands, such as belts, dog leads, guitar straps, bag straps, and many more. It is quite simple. Weaving on an inkle loom only requires you to have the loom, yarn, and a weaving shuttle. We have inkle looms from Schacht and Ashford. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRigid Heddle Looms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rigid heddle looms is a compact, portable weaving loom. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/rigid-heddle-looms\"\u003eRigid heddle looms\u003c\/a\u003e are a great way to learn, especially if you are a beginner. The heddles are fixed in place, which requires the weaver to move them while weaving. This loom allows you to create home decor pieces and wearable scarves. Check out our collection of Ashford rigid heddle looms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTable Looms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to do something a little bit more complex, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/table-looms\"\u003etable loom\u003c\/a\u003e is a great way to go. Operated by shafts, a table loom allows you to have more control over your final design. A table loom is also portable, so you can take it to workshops and vacations, or simply move from one spot to another within your weaving studio. We offer a range of table looms from various brands like Ashford, Louet, Schacht, and Glimakra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFloor Looms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/floor-loom\"\u003eFloor looms\u003c\/a\u003e are a great choice when you want to weave longer lengths, and the advantage is that treadles on the floor control each shaft, allowing for much faster weaving. This is a large weaving loom that requires an ample amount of space, so it is best to assess how much space you have in your home and studio before getting a floor loom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDobby Looms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking to step up to the next level, have a look at our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/dobby\"\u003edobby looms\u003c\/a\u003e, we have both mechanical and computerised models available, allowing you to create the most complex of patterns. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy a Loom Online at Thread Collective Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you looking for top-quality branded looms for sale in Australia? You have found the right place! Thread Collective stocks \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/louet-looms\"\u003eLouet weaving looms\u003c\/a\u003e from the Netherlands, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/ashford-weaving-looms\"\u003eAshford weaving looms\u003c\/a\u003e from New Zealand, and Leclerc looms from Canada. If you are not sure what you are looking for, we are happy to assist you over the phone. Contact us to arrange an appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread Collective also stocks a range of accessories, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/weaving-yarn\"\u003eweaving yarn\u003c\/a\u003e, weaving shuttles, warping boards, warping mills, and much more designed to bring your ideas to life.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lessmore\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"readless\" href=\"#\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRead Less\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2020-09-11T12:21:41+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"type","relation":"contains","condition":"Weaving Loom"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Warping Sticks"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Weaving Accessories"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Weaving Loom Reeds"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Weaving Loom Stand"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Warping Sticks"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Weaving Loom Accessory"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2020-09-14T21:29:28+10:00","alt":"Find your perfect weaving loom - Thread Collective Australia","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/Weaving-looms-cover.jpg?v=1643590186"}}]