New Diz Stick and Yarn Gauge
We are excited to now offer the Diz Stick available individually (previously only included with the e-Carder). The Diz Stick is used to create consistent, even ready-to-spin sliver
New Ashford Website
We are live! Welcome to our new website. We have a new look and hope you are finding all the information you require. We will be continuously adding more information, […]
Ashford Textile Award 2023 – Interim Report
Lauriston Farm were thrilled to win The Ashford Textile Award last year. The Farm enables their community, including those with special educational needs, to gain skills and achiev
Threads of History: An Icelandic Varafeldur in the South Highlands
A wonderful article that takes you on a journey that includes wild weaving, vikings, history and challenges shared by Sarah Rosenthal-Almirall of Ardbeag Crafts. Written by Sar
Travels of Ruby the eight shaft table loom
We are very grateful to be able to supply so many craftsfolk, textile artists, teachers and passionate creators with our products all the way from New Zealand, pretty much at [&hel
Ashford Artist of the Month – Jan 24
Inspiration on an Italian holiday was the catalyst for Annabelle's weaving journey - drawn to the beauty created in plain weave with stunning combinations of natural fibres, colour
Big Blanket, Little Loom
I love weaving with wool and one of my favourite things to weave at this time of year (it’s winter here in New Zealand) is blankets. On a rigid heddle […]
Buttonholes in hand woven fabric
Have you wanted to put buttonholes in your precious hand woven fabric? Here is an easy way to do it. Don’t be afraid to make buttonholes in your hand woven […]
Ashford Artist of the Month – Nov 23
David, of Southern Cross Fibre, was first featured in The Wheel magazine, Issue 23 with a beautiful hand dyed, hand carded and hand spun shawl. He has been a full time dyer since 2
New Needle Felting Kit – Owl
The latest addition to our needle felting kits is a super cute little sleepy Owl. The new Owl kit includes step-by-step colour instructions, a felting needle, Corriedale fibre and