Schacht Arras Tapestry Loom – Weft Blown

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Last updated 07 Jun 2024

Schacht Arras Tapestry Loom – Weft Blown

Schacht Arras Tapestry Loom Tapestry weaving has remained unchanged for millennia. The Arras Tapestry Loom embraces these age old traditions with a modern, thoughtfully designed loom. Function, aesthetics and comfort create a sturdy loom that is a joy to weave on. The Arras Tapestry Loom will withstand the rigors of ta
Schacht Arras Tapestry Loom Tapestry weaving has remained unchanged for millennia. The Arras Tapestry Loom embraces these age old traditions with a modern, thoughtfully designed loom. Function, aesthetics and comfort create a sturdy loom that is a joy to weave on. The Arras Tapestry Loom will withstand the rigors of tapestry weaving and is also inviting to weavers new to tapestry weaving. Features: Durable–The Arras Tapestry Loom is made of solid maple hardwood and maple plywood. The Loom will hold its shape even under the high tension tapestry weaving requires, warp after warp, after warp. Precise tension control. Generous sizing—20″ weaving width and a continuous warp of 45″. For longer warps, add the optional beam kit upgrade with ratcheted cloth and warp beams. Convenient warping—set the loom in a horizontal or vertical position to warp in a way that is comfortable to you. Cartoon holder—Clip your cartoon to the handy cartoon holder. It snaps into place below the warp guide. Smooth-working and adjustable shedding device that is easily controlled with a hand lever. The lever may be installed on the right or left side of the loom. 100 Texsolv heddles are included with the loom. 4 color-coded coils are included with each loom: 4, 5, 6, and 8 dents. Warps can be doubled in the dents for closer setts. Convenient and ergonomic design—set the loom height and weaving angle that is most comfortable for you. The legs fold up for travel or storage. Portable—the loom weighs 10 pounds Enjoy an ancient craft on a loom perfectly suited to today’s weavers. Dimensions: Weaving width: 20”/50.8cm Loom width: 27”/68.58cm Height: 30/76.2cm”, frame can be raised 4”/10cm Depth: 12”/30.48cm with legs unfolded, 7 ¼”/18.42cm with legs folded Depth with Beam Kit: 14 ¾”/37.5cm Weight: 10lbs/4.5kg Weight with beam kit: 12 ¼ pounds/5.5kg Included: colour-coded coils and 100 Texsolv heddles

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The Schacht tapestry loom comes with four heddle bars, so you can use traditional 2-harness tapestry techniques or experiment with 4-harness techniques. Continuous warps up to 60 long are possible. A convenient tension beam keeps the warp tight. Easy assembly all you need is a screwdriver. The loom pictured here is shown with an A-frame stand which is sold separately. The frame is temporarily unavailable from the manufacturer, but is expected to resume production later in the year.

Schacht Tapestry Loom

Take part in age-old tapestry weaving traditions with the modern Schacht Arras Tapestry Loom. This comfortable loom is made of solid maple hardwood and maple plywood that holds its shape even under the high tension tapestry weaving requires. It also has precise tension control, a 20 weaving width and a continuous 45 warp, an integrated cartoon holder, and you can set the loom in a vertical or horizontal position. You can also adjust the height and angle of the loom. Ideal for beginners.