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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How do I fix the fold knob on my Wolf loom?
On older Wolf looms, if you completely unscrew the fold knob, the metal T-nut that the knob screws into can slip down inside the castle far enough that you cannot...
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The wheels keep falling out of my Wolf Stroller—how can I fix?
If the insert in the wood that holds the wheel has somehow been damaged, the stroller wheel might fall out. You can try using epoxy to glue the stem part...
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Troubleshooting Brakes on Standard Floor and Wolf Looms
Brake Won't Hold Inspect the brake hub (you don’t need to remove it to do this). If the hub is grooved, the cable will not hold properly. Most often grooves...
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Caring for Your Spinning Wheel
Try to keep the wheel in a dry, moderate climate. Try to avoid temperature extremes (i.e. keep out of direct sunlight and really damp and cold climates). Do not use...
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My spinning wheel bobbins are noisy—how do I fix?
To fix noisy bobbins use white grease lubricant (available at most hardware stores). Place the bobbin on the flyer shaft. Then place a small amount of white grease on either...
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How do I adjust heddle bar hooks on my Baby Wolf, Mighty Wolf, or Standard Floor Loom?
The end of the heddle bar hook should be approximately 3" from the outside of the harness frame. If your heddles slide freely on the heddle bars you will not...
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Sidekick Troubleshooting
Clunking sound while spinning counterclockwise If you have an older Sidekick (pre-2016), some wooden hubs were prone to detach from the nylon drive wheel. In some cases the glue failed...
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How do I fix "sticky" or "floating" shafts on my loom?
Easy Fixes Check to make sure heddles on different shafts are not catching on each other. Check to make sure that the loom is level. To check level, place a...
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Where do I get parts for my inkle loom?
All products and parts that we currently sell have a product page. Go to the Buy menu or use the search function. Parts for the Inkle Loom will show up...
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What is a pick-up stick and how do I choose one?
A pick-up stick lets you pick up selected warp ends. The stick has one or two tapered ends to slide easily under and over the warp. Pick-up sticks come in...
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How do I warp the Arras Tapestry Loom with Beam Kit?
Watch our video!
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How do I fold the Sidekick and put it in the bag?
The Sidekick bag was designed to fit your wheel perfectly and snugly inside. There is only one correct way to insert your Sidekick into the bag. After folding up your...
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How do I assemble the Arras Beam Kit?
Watch our video!