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WHAT YOU NEED TO GET STARTED WITH A SPINNING WHEEL:
Note on Free Shipping for spinning wheels: all wheels noted below as "shipping included" will ship free. This discount, however, will not be reflected on the Cart Invoice; the discount will be applied at the time we process your order. ASHFORD TRADITIONAL SPINNING WHEEL - Freebies with purchase (see below) Ashford wheels are popular and enjoyed by beginners as well as professional "production" spinners. This wheel is available unfinished or lacquered as a kit. All you need for assembly is a screwdriver and hammer. We can also finish the wheel for you (your choice of cherry or walnut stain). A Lazy Kate (for plying) and 4 bobbins are included. Wheel diameter: 22"; Orifice:3/8"; Ratios: 6.5:l, l2.5:l and 17.5:1 for the single drive, 7.5, 10 and 14 to 1 for the double drive. Wood is New Zealand silverbeech. Options: jumbo flyer unit, lace flyer, turbo kit, double treadle kit (see Ashford Accessories below), extra bobbins, distaff, quill spindle. A good companion book is "The Ashford Book of Spinning."
Walnut or Cherry finishing is available; this may take up to 3 weeks to complete. Includes shipping within continental US A word about single drive and double drive set-up - Which to choose.
With each Traditional wheel purchase you can choose one of the SPECIALS noted below FREE-
... includes shipping within continental US. (Note on Free Shipping for spinning wheels: all wheels noted as "shipping included" will ship free. This discount, however, will not be reflected on the Cart invoice; it will be applied at the time we process your order.) With each Traveller Wheel Purchase you can choose one of the SPECIALS noted below FREE-
With each Elizabeth Wheel purchase you can choose one of the SPECIALS noted below FREE- ASHFORD JOY SPINNING WHEEL - Freebies with purchase (see below) A truly portable, folding wheel that features 4 ratios (6, 8, 12 and 15 to 1), 15 3/4" wheel diameter, weighs about 11 lbs and folds into a compact size enabling it to fit into a carry-on suitcase or in its own cotton canvas tote (optional). The ball bearings make it effortless to treadle and it comes completely assembled and finished, ready to spin. It includes 3 bobbins (Ashford regular bobbins) and a built-in Lazy Kate. The wheel is now made of veneered MDF, a high density engineered wood product that has proven to be very durable and warp resistant. A handy tote (custom-made for The Woolery) is available for the Joy. Made of pre-washed indigo denim cotton, it has adjustable (and removable) webbing straps, plus carry handles, foam padding all through (including bottom) and 3 front pockets (including one that zips up). It is machine washable and looks great (see below). Includes shipping within continental US. (Note on Free Shipping for spinning wheels: all wheels noted as "shipping included" will ship free. This discount, however, will not be reflected on the Cart invoice; it will be applied at the time we process your order.)
With each Joy Wheel purchase you can choose one of the SPECIALS noted below FREE- ASHFORD JOY BAG: If you are a traveling spinner why n
"My tote arrived last Friday, I believe, and all I could say is WOW! This is one high quality bag! It's on par with Lands' End or L.L. Bean, and I am simply delighted. The fit is almost snug, but not a problem. It just has to be eased over the handle, and that may loosen up a tad over time. Thank you, thank you, thank you!" - from a customer ASHFORD KIWI SPINNING WHEEL - Freebies with purchase (see below)A double treadle wheel from Ashford that was introduced for Fall-Winter 1997. It makes an excellent beginner wheel due to its affordable price. Features include: Dou The Kiwi wheel has two ratios: 5.5:1 and 8:1. Flyer orifice is 10 mm (a little over 3/8 inch). Large solid drive wheel that is 17.5 inches in diameter allows for good momentum and smooth, unhurried treadling. Easy assembly, takes just a few minutes with an allen wrench (supplied). Centrally located flyer allows for use by either right-handed or left-handed spinners. Sturdy construction. Lightweight and easy to carry. The wheel itself is made of MDF, a high density engineered wood product that has proven to be very durable and warp resistant; it stains very well. The Kiwi weighs 11 pounds and is available unfinished or with a clear lacquer finish.Three bobbins and separate Lazy Kate are included with the kit. Options: high speed adaptor kit, jumbo flyer unit and a skein winder. Includes shipping within continental US. (Note on Free Shipping for spinning wheels: all wheels noted as "shipping included" will ship free. This discount, however, will not be reflected on the Cart invoice; it will be applied at the time we process your order.)
With each Kiwi purchase you can choose one of the SPECIALS noted below FREE-
ASHFORD COUNTRY SPINNER - Freebies with purchase (see below)This Ashford wheel may not be your everyday wheel but for special spinning jobs and as a workhorse for plying large quantities from smaller bobbins, it is perfect. It has a huge bobbin capacity of two plus pounds. This means if you are spinning big or novelty yarns you can spin and spin and not worry about filling up small bobbins found on nearly all wheels. If you think of the Country Wheel as a tool for the right jobs, rather than just a spinning wheel, your options are many. The orifice size is 7/8"; ratios of 4:1; wheel diameter of 18"; and weighs 14.5 pounds. Comes with one large bobbin. ... includes shipping within continental US. (Note on Free Shipping for spinning wheels: all wheels noted as "shipping included" will ship free. This discount, however, will not be reflected on the Cart invoice; it will be applied at the time we process your order.)
With each Country Spinner purchase you can choose one of the SPECIALS noted below FREE-
ASHFORD ELECTRIC SPINING WHEEL - Freebies with purchase (see below)This electric spinning wheel offers quiet spinning, up front controls, up to 1500 rps, 110/220 volts, forward and reverse. Scotch tension, 5/8" orifice, 3 jumbo bobbins, Lazy Kate ... Includes shipping within continental US.
SPECIALS: same as those for Elizabeth or Joy above or choose the 12 volt car adapter.
Ashford AccessoriesASHFORD FINISHING WAX: this wax polish will produce a rich natural finish on your Ashford wheel. Comes with sandpaper and pad to apply polish. Easy to use.
DOUBLE TREADLE KITS FOR ASHFORD TRADITIONAL and TRAVELLER: will fit single or double drive wheels. Come unfinished or lacquered.
ASHFORD BASIC JUMBO FLYER UNIT FOR SINGLE DRIVE WHEELS: for spinning bulky yarns and plying thick yarns or large quantities of yarns. Includes maiden with large (5/8") orifice bearing, jumbo flyer, 1 jumbo bobbin, drive band, hook and instructions. This unit only requires switching the maidens with orifice bearing and the procedure is very fast. Ratios: 4.5 and 9 to 1.
ASHFORD JUMBO UNIT FOR DOUBLE DRIVE WHEELS: Includes maiden with large orifice bearing, jumbo flyer, whorl, and 4 jumbo double drive bobbins. Ratios: 4.9, 5.7 and 9.6 to 1.
ASHFORD JUMBO FLYER FOR KIWI: for low twist and bulky yarn. Kit contains jumbo flyer, whorl, new front bearing and 3 jumbo bobbins. Ratios: 4 to 1 and 5 to 1.
ASHFORD DOUBLE DRIVE UNIT: transforms your single drive wheel into a double drive. Consists of flyer and whorl, 4 bobbins, maiden bar, 2 uprights and knobs.
ASHFORD HI-SPEED KIT: for double drive wheels; includes 4 high speed bobbins and whorl. Ratios: 14, 17.5 and
ASHFORD HI-SPEED KIT FOR KIWI: for spinning fine, high twist yarn. Includes whorl and drive band. Ratios: 11 to 1 and 14 to 1.
ASHFORD FLYER, 3-SPEED, single drive: Ashford Traditional or Traveller single drive wheels purchased before Fall 1990 feature only 2 speeds. This speed flyer will update your wheel and give you 3 ratios (6.5:1, 12.5:1 and 17.5:1 for the Traditional; 5.5:1, 9.5:1 and 13.5:1 for the Traveller), making it much more versatile and more efficient for fine yarn spinning.
ASHFORD FLYER & WHORL, double drive: if you have a broken flyer on your double drive Ashford Traditional, Traveller or Elizabeth, this is what you need to replace it. Includes whorl (your old whorl may or may not work with this flyer).
ASHFORD QUILL SPINDLE: use it instead of the flyer on the Traditional, Traveller or Elizabeth (single and double drive). Ratios: 14, 19 and 26.5 to 1 (varies from wheel to wheel).
ASHFORD LACE FLYER KIT: for Traditional and Traveller single drive wheels, this add-on allows you to spin any fiber into fine, high yardage yarn. Kit includes flyer, maidens with ball bearing fittings, three large core lace bobbins and all the other fittings needed. Traditional Ratios: 15, 20, 30 and 40:1 (high of 30:1 if using the optional elastic band (included)); Traveller Ratios: 12, 16, 24 and 30:1 (high of 25:1 if using the optional elastic band (included)). The Woolery recomends that you use the lace flyer with the supplied elastic band for best performance. Includes free sample of Merino top and a scarf pattern. Here is helpful information about spinning wheels when using high ratios.
ASHFORD LACE FLYER KIT for the double drive wheel: for Traditional double drive wheels. Note that this is not a double drive flyer; it is called "double drive" because it fits the Traditional double drive wheels. ASHFORD WAS NOT SELLING ENOUGH OF THESE AND HAS DISCONTINUED THEM - This kit will not fit the Traveller (kits for the Traveller were discontinued too and are now sold out) (we have been assured that Ashford will NOT be making a new version of this); WE HAVE A FEW LEFT; GET YOURS WHILE YOU CAN!
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, extra bobbins, quill spindle, double treadle kit. A good companion book is "The Ashford Book of Spinning." 
ot protect your Joy spinning wheel ! This spinning wheel bag has heavy foam throughout (including bottom) and made of pre-washed indigo denim cotton. Features include adjustable and removable cotton webbing straps, 2 carry handles on top and 3 front pockets (one large one zips up). Bottom is heavy weight naugahyde to resist moisture and soiling. Machine washable. This is a "top of the line" bag custom-made for The Woolery; don't accept just any bag offer because they are not the same.
ble Treadle design allows for easy stopping/starting and changing wheel direction while leaving hands free. Treadles are hinged to allow heel-toe action. Simple scotch tension system and polycord, stretchy drive band. Rear wheel mounting allows for easy band changing.
SPINNING WHEEL
