Peruvian Diamonds
For rigid heddle weavers who like a challenge, create this striking surface design using a diverted or deflected supplementary warp.
Assembling a SampleIt Loom
Assembly video for Ashford SampleIt looms 25cm (10″) and 40cm (16″).
Using art yarn in weaving
Esther Rodgers, international textile teacher, shows you an easy and effective way to showcase your art yarns in your rigid heddle weaving.
Assembling a Rigid Heddle Loom
Assembly video for Ashford Rigid Heddle looms.
Before you assemble your SampleIt Loom….watch this
We recommend using Ashford Finishing Wax Polish to finish/seal the timber.
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Upcycling on your rigid heddle loom
One of the things I love most about weaving is how it brings together creativity, sustainability, and the joy of making something by hand. It is always inspiring to see […]
The Australian Sheep & Wool Show, July 2025
We had a fantastic time at the 25th annual Australian Sheep and Wool Show in Bendigo, Victoria from July 18–20. The show was a hive of activity, and it was […]
Congratulations – Skytten, Denmark
Congratulations We are delighted to welcome Maiken Bjørnholt to the Ashford family! Maiken has recently purchased the Skytten business from Linda and Henrik Larsen and has become
Denmark – passing the baton
After 23 wonderful years, Linda and Henrik Larsen of Skytten, have sold their business and are retiring as our distributors in Denmark. We are so grateful for their friendship, exc
The challenge of colour management – Part 2
I have been diving into some colour management techniques in my spinning recently, and I wanted to share one that’s been especially fun and effective! It’s a great way to [&hel