Lazy Kates and other plying tools
Items are in stock and ready to go first class unless it says otherwise.
Ashford Competition Lazy Kate
Designed for fast plying, the Competition Lazy Kate was inspired by speed events such as the Back to Back Wool Competition.
Adjustable brake tension and smooth stainless steel yarn guide to prevent your yarn from tangling. Bobbins are quick and easy to change. Convenient carry handle. Four rubber feet prevent slipping or tipping. Stainless steel bobbin pins are removable for storage and transport. Made from beautiful Silver Beech hardwood with a rich lacquer finish.
Takes three bobbins (standard or jumbo, single or double drive bobbins - sold separately - see below).
Great gift!
Lightning fast delivery and reasonable or free postage 
Outside UK - Contact me before ordering
Lazy Kate
A lazy kate helps you to ply your yarn quickly and neatly.
Takes three bobbins (standard or jumbo, single or double drive bobbins - sold separately - see below).
This item is temporarily out of stock but on order. Please check back soon
Lightning fast delivery and reasonable or free postage 
Outside UK - Contact me before ordering
Horizontal lazy Kate - Ashford Elizabeth, natural finish
Ply your yarn quickly and neatly with a lazy kate.
Takes three bobbins (standard or jumbo, single or double drive bobbins - sold separately - see below).
Lightning fast delivery and reasonable or free postage 
Outside UK - Contact me before ordering
Ashford Yarn Guage
Measure your yarn in wraps per inch (WPI) or half-inch. Simply wrap your yarn evenly in the appropriate slot and count the number of threads.
Leather loop and guide to yarn weights.
Lightning fast delivery and reasonable or free postage 
Outside UK - Contact me before ordering

Spinning wheel bobbins
You can never have enough bobbins! Spare bobbins for Ashford wheels and lazy Kates.
Single and double-drive, sliding hook flyer bobbins and spare end bushes.
Fibre
Addictive substances: wool, silk, cashmere and angora ready to spin. Also raw fleece and colour bundles and original mixes
Spinning wheels
A range of Ashford Spinning Wheels, either delivered quickly to your door, or assembled and waxed for free. I usually have some second hand spinning wheels too.
Getting started
Hand / drop spindles, Starter kits, How to... articles and videos, books, starter fibre bundle
Magazines and cards
Why not add one or two to your order? These designs, hand made by Jules of 'Always with a Heart' feature a textured sheep. Perfect for your friends or for the spinner / knitter in your life. Read more. I now stock Selvedge magazine



