How do I choose a loom?
We hear this question constantly, and it's complicated! Start with some basic questions: What do I want to weave? How much space do I have? What can I afford? What's...
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Warping, Winding, Other Tools FAQs
Warping, Winding, Other Tools FAQs
FAQs
How do I choose a loom?
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Where do I find the serial number on my spinning wheel and what does it mean?
Each Schacht-Reeves wheel has a unique sequential number. It's found on the brass nameplate on the base. For our other spinning wheels, the serial number indicates the date we built...
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What is the best way to warp my shaft loom?
Floor looms, table looms, and dobby looms are all shaft looms—they have a stainless steel reed and 4 to 8 shafts that hold the heddles. Shaft looms are generally warped...
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How do I register my Schacht product?
You can register any Schacht product by filling out this form online. (We do not sell customer information.) If you purchased a Schacht spinning wheel, Schacht Cranbrook Loom, Standard Floor...
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What is a Wolf Height Extender Loom?
It's important to consider ergonomics when you choose a loom. Weaving height, or the distance from the floor to the front beam, will affect your body position and thus your...
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Where do I find the serial number on my Wolf loom or Standard Floor Loom and what does it mean?
Schacht released the Standard Floor Loom in 1978; it's gone through some changes since then. The Wolf family started with the Baby Wolf in 1982, followed by the Mighty Wolf...
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Why does the Flip rigid heddle loom come with three apron bars?
Your Flip Loom includes 3 apron bars to provide more weaving options. You'll always need an apron bar for the cloth beam and the warp beam. Use the 3rd apron...
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How can I get a Schacht catalog?
Our most recent print catalog came out for the 50th anniversary in 2019. You can view it online. You can find product information on this website for current and discontinued...
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Where can I find product information on this website?
All products and parts that we currently sell have a product page. If that item has a product manual, it's linked on that page. Go to the Buy menu or...
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What is the best way to warp my rigid heddle loom?
Rigid heddle looms can be warped directly or indirectly. You can choose based on preference and/or your specific warp needs for a particular project. In the direct method, you measure...
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Can I weave rugs on my Wolf loom?
Rugs require heavy beating, which puts stress on the frame of the loom. People who weave a lot of rugs typically use a countermarche loom like the Schacht Cranbrook (adding...
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How do I install apron bars and apron cords on my Cricket or Cricket Quartet?
For Cricket looms, with or without a Cricket Quartet installed, you'll use one apron cord for each hole in the warp beam and cloth beam. You'll find instructions in your loom's product...
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How do I install apron bars and apron cords on my Wolf loom or Standard Floor Loom?
Apron bars and cords are installed in one of two ways on Schacht products: Multiple short cords hang straight from the beam to the apron bar. One long cord is...
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How do I remove a weaving from a frame loom?
The Lilli Loom, School Loom, and Easel Weaver are frame looms with beam teeth. This video shows several ways to remove your project from these looms.
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How do I fix wobbly treadles on an old-style Matchless Spinning Wheel?
See our video for this situation.
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How do I replace loose dowels on my Inkle Loom?
We mill the dowels to extremely tight tolerances and then press-fit them into the loom frame. Inkle looms operate under very high tension and stress may elongate the holes. Or...
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How do I assemble my Schacht-Reeves spinning wheel?
See the assembly manual or watch this demonstration.
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How do I oil a spinning wheel flyer?
See your wheel's assembly manual or watch this video demonstration.
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How do I set up my Wolf loom when it comes out of the box?
This video shows how to set up a new Baby Wolf. Most of the steps apply to other Wolf looms too—see the assembly manual that came with your Wolf Pup...
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How do I assemble my Cricket Quartet?
See our complete demonstration here. We've also got a free course on assembling, warping, and weaving.
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How do I replace the drive band on my spinning wheel?
You can purchase drive bands for all Schacht spinning wheels here. Schacht-Reeves: See the assembly manual or watch this video. Matchless: See the assembly manual or watch this video. ...
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Can I buy rigid heddles for my old-style rigid heddle loom?
We no longer make rigid heddles that fit the original rigid heddle loom. You'll find more information on this product here.
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How do I install pointed screws more easily?
Many Schacht products have parts that are attached with sheet metal screws (with pointed ends). We pre-drill pilot holes for these screws, but the screws have to fit tightly. Changes...
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What's the best way to cover my Wolf loom or Standard Floor Loom?
If you want to protect your Schacht loom from sunlight, dust, pet hair, etc., we recommend using a cotton sheet. It's important to let air circulate under the cover.
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Do I need a bulky flyer to use a bulky bobbin? Do I need a bulky front maiden to use a bulky flyer?
To spin with a bulky bobbin, you need 3 bulky parts: a bulky bobbin, a bulky flyer, and the front maiden for your wheel. However, if you own more than...
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How do I warp and weave on my Cricket Quartet?
We have a free course! "Buy" the course here and take it whenever you wish.
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How do I replace the foam tape on my loom?
Foam tape sits on the cloth beam supports of your Wolf loom or Standard Floor Loom so the shafts have a cushion to rest upon. Over time, the tape can...
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How do I choose stainless steel reeds for my loom?
It's best to buy reeds that match the weaving width of your loom. If you buy a narrower reed, it limits the weaving width of your projects. To determine the...
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What is the best way to warp my specialty, tapestry, or frame loom?
"Warping" refers to putting a set of warp threads (also called warp ends) onto a loom. The method you choose depends on the type of loom. Specialty looms like weaving cards,...
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How do I drill holes in my 10" Cricket Loom for the cross brace?
If you want to use a 10" Cricket Stand with your 10" Cricket Loom, you must install a cross brace on the loom. Look at the sides of your 10"...
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How do I identify hardware when I assemble my Schacht product?
The short version: You can identify the hardware packed with your Schacht product from its drive type, head shape, and length. If you need to measure the length of a...
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Where can I find spinning and weaving projects on this website?
Schacht releases free projects or tutorials every month! Sign up for the newsletter here. Find the latest projects and tutorials here. Find vintage projects, tutorials, and tips here. Have...
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How can I sell my used Schacht products?
We do not buy back used equipment and are unable to provide information on the value of used equipment since this depends heavily on the condition of the equipment and...
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Receiving Your Loom Delivery
Download this information as a PDF. Prior to your loom delivery, we will send you an email with the tracking information for your shipment. The shipping company will contact you...