Projects, Tutorials, and News

Schacht Spindle Company was founded to support spinners and weavers. For over a decade, we've offered a free newsletter with projects, techniques, and more. Whether you're a beginner or an old hand, you'll find helpful tutorials, projects you love, and Schacht news here!

Looking for projects suitable for young makers? Use the KIDS/CHILDREN tag.

Where Do I Find Things?

On our old website, all newsletter content lived on one web page. We're currently setting up different places so you can find things more easily:

  • Projects and Tutorials includes free stuff—projects, spinning how-tos, and weaving tutorials.*
  • Blog includes everything else—fiber arts articles, announcements for products and events, and more.
  • Archives contains vintage posts about older projects, office challenges, or design inspiration.

*Since 2022, we've put out calls for projects and tutorials. If you're interested in designing a project or writing a tutorial, see Submit a Project for more information.

Projects And Tutorials

Stash Buster Scarf

Stash Buster Scarf

Designed and woven by Anne Sammons

Ideas for Weaving: Surprise color
rigid heddle weaving shaft loom weaving wearables

Ideas for Weaving: Surprise color

Designed and woven by Jane Patrick

Glory of Gamps: Study in Bronson Lace
shaft loom weaving weaving techniques

Glory of Gamps: Study in Bronson Lace

Designed and woven by Rachel Simmons

Autumn Crossbody Pouch
bags Zoom Loom

Autumn Crossbody Pouch

Designed and woven by Gabi van Tassell

Twill Blocks Kitchen Towel
home decor shaft loom weaving

Twill Blocks Kitchen Towel

Draft by Madelyn van der Hoogt, design by Jane Patrick, woven by Judy Steinkoenig

Exploring Color Interaction Through Spinning with Neps
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Exploring Color Interaction Through Spinning with Neps

by Meagan Condon

News from the Ewes

2025 Tools for Schools Recipients

2025 Tools for Schools Recipients

We're excited to announce the 2025 recipients of the Schacht Tools for Schools Grant. This annual grant enables schools and non-profit organizations to acquire Schacht...

New Feature: Order Editing

New Feature: Order Editing

This website now offers order editing—but act fast! Once you place the order, you have one hour to make changes. You can go directly to...

New Feature: Product Measurement Diagrams

New Feature: Product Measurement Diagrams

Product dimensions on our website will help you make space for Schacht looms, wheels, and more.

Open Up A Weaving Toolbox

Open Up A Weaving Toolbox

Did you know that our website includes a Weaving Toolbox? It's in the Resources menu. Weavers of all skill levels will find something handy here!...

Spinning and Weaving Week 2024 with Florencia, Campos Correa, Chilean guest speaker and exhibition

Spinning and Weaving Week 2024 with Florencia, Campos Correa, Chilean guest speaker and exhibition

We are thrilled to invite you to our Spinning & Weaving Week activities, featuring special guest Florencia Campos Correa from Chile! Florencia is a Santiago, Chile...

Schacht Tools for Schools Grant Update: Fine Line Creative Arts Center

Schacht Tools for Schools Grant Update: Fine Line Creative Arts Center

By Vicki Kwarciany, Rigid Heddle Instructor Interest in rigid heddle weaving classes has exploded this year at Fine Line Creative Arts Center! Thanks to Schacht’s Tools...

Archives

Looking for older projects, tutorials, and tips? Posts prior to 2020 live in the Archives. You can always find them by searching with the magnifying glass—just type in a few words. Or visit the Archives page on this website.