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 fold or unfold my Wolf loom?
All Wolf looms fold and unfold in the same way, whether they have 4 shafts or 8 shafts, low castles or high castles. The only exception: all original Wolf Pups, ...
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I'm not getting a shed on my Wolf loom or Standard Floor Loom—is there an easy fix?
If you finish warping your loom and don't get a shed when you raise shafts, there are only 3 causes. First, does your warp go over the back beam? If...
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Do I need more than one reed for my shaft loom?
It's convenient to have reeds at different setts for your Schacht loom: if you're following a pattern, you don't have to adapt the sleying or width in reed. However, if...
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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?
Wolf looms, the Standard Floor Loom, the Schacht Table Loom, and the Cricket Quartet are all considered shaft looms—they have a stainless steel reed and 4 to 8 shafts that...
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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...