Frequently Asked Questions

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Buying Used Schacht Equipment

Buying a used loom, spinning wheel, or other fiber arts tool is like buying anything used. It's helpful to collect some information before you purchase...

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What accessories and parts fit the 42" Standard Floor Loom?

When we introduced the Standard Floor Loom in 1978, it was available in 36" and 42" weaving widths. We're fairly certain that shafts/harnesses on both...

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How can I get The Incredible Rope Machine to work again?

There are two different styles of our Incredible Rope Machine: the older one has a straight handle and the newer version has a rounded handle....

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handspun yarn

Measuring and Describing Yarn for Your Records

Good records can save you a lot of time (or aggravation when you've let a project sit for a while). If you like a yarn...

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spinning yarn on a wheel

What do drop spindles and spinning wheels do?

Handspinners can use a drop spindle or a spinning wheel to create yarn from unspun fibers such as wool fleece, hair from goats/dogs/llamas/alpacas, cotton bolls,...

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