# So, you are interested in an Ashford Katie table loom?

The **Ashford Katie Table Loom** is an exceptional choice for weavers of all skill levels because it combines **quality craftsmanship, versatility, and ease of use** in a compact, portable design. Built with Ashford’s renowned attention to detail and made from sustainably sourced hardwood, the Katie delivers **smooth, reliable weaving performance** that makes every project a pleasure. Its thoughtfully engineered mechanism offers **even tension, crisp shed formation, and quiet operation**, which helps weavers produce consistently beautiful fabric.

One of the Katie’s greatest strengths is its **accessibility** — beginners can learn quickly and gain confidence, while experienced weavers appreciate its precision and flexibility for sampling or producing small to medium projects. The table loom’s compact size makes it ideal for those with limited space or anyone who wants the freedom to weave in different rooms or take their loom to workshops and retreats. With the ability to handle a wide range of yarns and weave structures, the Ashford Katie empowers creative expression, inspires growth in weaving skills, and offers years of dependable use — making it a **smart, long-lasting investment for both new and seasoned weaving enthusiasts.**

**Here is a list of features and specifications provided by Ashford Looms**

* Smooth lacquer finish.
* Portable – easy to fold and pack.
* Compact – 30cm (12″) weaving width.
* Lightweight.
* Smooth levers and auto bounce back overhead beater.
* Easy threading – beater flips up and out of the way.
* Eight harnesses – a fully functional table loom, unlimited possibilities.
* Extra stainless steel reeds available in 5 sizes.
* Extra Texsolv heddles available in bundles of 40.

| Assembly:                        | Fully Assembled                                                                                        |
| -------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| Finish:                          | Factory lacquered                                                                                      |
| Material:                        | Beech hardwood                                                                                         |
| Other accessories included:      | Cardboard warp sticks, Cross and warp sticks, Learn to Weave booklet, padded carry bag, Threading hook |
| Reed included:                   | 10dpi                                                                                                  |
| Shuttles included:               | 2 x 36cm (14") lacquered stick shuttles                                                                |
| Weaving width:                   | 30cm (12")                                                                                             |
| Qty of Texsolv heddles included: | 320                                                                                                    |
| Texsolv heddle length:           | 22cm (8.6")                                                                                            |


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