Lazy Kates and other plying tools

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Ashford Competition Lazy Kate

Lazy Kate::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).

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£27.50

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Lazy Kate

Lazy Kate::Ashford vertical 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).

£12.30

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Horizontal lazy Kate - Ashford Elizabeth, natural finish

Lazy Kate::Ashford horizontal (Elizabeth) lazy Kate

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).

£16.10

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Ashford Yarn Guage

Yarn gauge::Ashford Yarn gauge

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.

£2.47

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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.

Spinning wheel bobbins

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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.

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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