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Ashford Spinning Wheels


Ashford Spinning Wheels and Looms are sold as kits and require assembly. Assembly time for the other wheels is approximately one hour. Ashford products are unfinished except as indicated.
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Crazy Girl Yarn Shop Spinning Wheels by Ashford Traditional
Wheel diameter: 56cm (22")
Orifice: 1cm (3/8")
Bobbins Capacity: 100gm (3-4oz)
Ratios: 6.5, 12.5, 17.5:1
Weight: 8kg (17.5lb)
If you're starting out and looking for a good first wheel, I would suggest the Traditional with scotch tension. This is our most popular wheel because it is so versatile. It's easy to use for learning, and you can later buy simple add-on kits that allow you to adapt the wheel to specific types of spinning as you begin to experiment more. It is a classically styled wheel made from beautiful New Zealand Silver beech, so it will look great in your home. 4 bobbins and Lazy Kate are included in the kit. Available in single drive or double drive. Lacquer finish or unfinished. Left-handed unfinished version is also available.

single drive unfinished-$445
double drive unfinished-$490
single drive lacquered-$565
double drive lacquered-$590




Crazy Girl Yarn Shop Spinning Wheels by Ashford Traveller Double Treadle
Wheel diameter: 46cm (18")
Orifice: 1cm (3/8")
Bobbin Capacity: 100gm (3-4oz)
Ratios: 5.5, 10, 14:1
Weight: 7kg (15lb)
Frequently termed the "The Classic Castle Wheel", the Traveller with scotch tension is a great little wheel that suits most spinners. Comes complete with 4 bobbins, threading hook, learn to spin booklet, built-in Lazy Kate, and with Double Treadle as standard. Available in single drive or double drive. Lacquer finish or unfinished. Made from solid New Zealand Silver Beech. Easily adapt the wheel to your specific spinning needs with add-on kits. Portable.

single drive unfinished-$465
double drive unfinished-$480
single drive lacquered-$570
double drive lacquered-$585





Crazy Girl Yarn Shop Spinning Wheels by Ashford Joy w/ Sliding Hook Flyer - lacquered, folding, portable
Wheel diameter: 40cm (15 3/4")
Orifice: 1cm (3/8")
Bobbins Capacity: 100gm (3-4oz)
Ratios: 6, 8, 12 & 15:1
Weight: 4.9kg (11 lb)
The Joy Spinner is the solution to portable spinning. You can take this wheel with you wherever you go! The revolutionary design is ultra light weight and folds up to fit inside a carry bag. And why the name Joy? Named after Joy Ashford, who with her husband Walter, brought spinning wheels to the world. And, of course, because it is such a "Joy" to use! Scotch tension. Four flyer ratios. Arrives assembled, lacquered, and ready to use. Built from furniture-grade plywood to be both strong and lightweight

single treadle-$595
double treadle-$655


Carry bag sturdy canvas Tan & Black-$110
Joy Sliding Hook Flyer-$78
Joy Freedom Flyer (Jumbo)-$85




Crazy Girl Yarn Shop Spinning Wheels by Ashford Elizabeth 2
Bobbin Capacity: 100gm (3-4oz)
Ratios: 7.5, 10, & 14:1
Orifice: 1cm (3/8 ")
Wheel Diameter: 61cm (24")
Weight: 9kg (20lb)
Beautifully crafted for effortless spinning, looks magnificent in your home. Larger 24"/61cm drive wheel mounted on ball bearings for smooth effortless spinning. Horizontal adjustment of maiden bar allows perfect adjustment with all 3 whorls. Maiden bar clamps to base to eliminate vibration. Double drive with scotch tension. Choose natural or clear lacquer finish.

unfinished-$735
lacquered-$880





Crazy Girl Yarn Shop Spinning Wheels by Ashford Charka
WHEEL DIAMETER: 23cm (9")
RATIOS: 80 & 16:1
Spin fine yarns and short fibers on this compact and portable accelerated charka. Two ratio's, 80:1 for cotton, silk, angora or fine wool or 16:1 for medium longer fibers. Set the wheel up with the crank on either the left or right hand side. Light and smooth to turn as wheel, spindle and countershaft rotate on ball bearings. The spindle is made from 4mm (5/32") stainless steel and the base sits on non-slip rubber feet. The spindle can be rotated sideways for safety and transport. The charka is pre finished with danish oil.

Accelerated-$285




Crazy Girl Yarn Shop Spinning Wheels by Ashford Electric Spinner 2
Orifice: 15mm (5/8")
Bobbins Capacity: 225gm (8oz)
Motor: 12 volt DC 1.2 amp
Weight: 2.8kg (6lb)
If you are wanting to spin large amounts of yarn, perhaps for a small cottage industry, or if you have trouble treadling, the electronic is your best choice. Spin fine and textured yarns. Very easy to use and very portable. Spin at home or in your car, RV or boat. Smooth quiet direct drive 12V motor. Includes a sliding hook flyer, 3 large jumbo bobbins and lazy kate with yarn guide. Power pack, cord and interchangable outlet. Assembled & lacquered. Quiet motor drives flyer. Change speed to spin thin to thick yarns. So portable as very light and compact. Speed 0-1500rpm. Power supply 110 or 220 volts
 




Crazy Girl Yarn Shop Spinning Wheels by Ashford Country Spinner
Wheel diameter: 460mm (18")
Orifice: 23mm (7/8")
Bobbin Capacity: 900gm to 1kg (1 included)
Drive Ratio: 4.0:1
Weight: 6.6kg (14.5lb)
This wheel has been specially designed for spinning thick and bubbly novelty yarns. It is easy to start and treadle. There's no need to ply the yarns, just knit or weave them for wonderful texture and warmth. Knit a chunky jersey or weave a floor rug in no time! Extra large orifice. Large size bobbin. Comes standard with Double Treadle.
 
unfinished-$535






Crazy Girl Yarn Shop Spinning Wheels by Ashford Kiwi
Wheel diameter: 17 1/2"
Orifice: 3/8"
Bobbins Capacity: 3-4oz
Ratios: 5.5 and 7.25:1
Weight: 12lb
If you're learning or teaching, the Kiwi is the right wheel for you. The double treadle makes spinning more comfortable and makes it easier to stop and start. Kit includes Kiwi Lazy Kate and 3 bobbins. "Add on" kits available that allow you to adapt the wheel to spin different types of yarn. The wheel is made from solid Medium Density Fiberboard with a New Zealand Silver Beech frame. Wheel now supplied with ball bearings for smooth easy treadling. Low Price.
 
unfinished-$345
lacquered-$465
Kiwi high speed adapter kit-$27.75
Sliding Hook Flyer Standard-$79
Sliding Hook Flyer Jumbo-$118
Sliding Hook Flyer Lacquered Standard-$99
Sliding Hook Flyer Lacquered Jumbo-$147.50




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