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 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.