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NEW Table Loom Shuttle Race
When our current folding table loom was designed in the late 1990’s, Richard sought advice from weavers around the world to ensure we incorporated t
Australian Sheep and Wool Show
Libby recently attended the Australian Sheep & Wool Show, held in Bendigo, Victoria. In conjunction with Ashford dealer, Winterwood Felt & Cra
Cottolin yarn review
Can Ashford’s cottolin yarn change my mind? A yarn review by Robyn Spady, Heddlecraft As seen in Heddlecraft magazine, issue #42 and shared with per
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Fun with Pickup Sticks – Part 1
We were thrilled with the fantastic response to our recent blog post about colour and weave techniques on the rigid heddle loom! It’s always exciting to see such enthusiasm f
Simply Wool – Local wool empowering local women
In the heart of South Africa’s Free State, an inspiring initiative is empowering local Busuto women to transform their lives. Chantelle Hamilton founded Simply Wool to help m
2 Scarves – Houndstooth and Log Cabin
Christmas is approaching quickly but there is still plenty of time to make handmade gifts. Here are two of my favourite colour and weave patterns, woven in plain weave on […
Ancient Techniques from Modern Day Masters
Elizabeth and Richard have just returned from a trip to Canada and were honoured to visit Haida weaver Evelyn Vanderhoop in her Masset home on Haida Gwaii. Evelyn has helped [&hell