The Ashford

Traditional Spinning Wheel

My very first spinning wheel was the Ashford Traditional Spinning wheel.  After I attended my first spinning class, my husband asked me what I wanted for Christmas.  Without hesitation, I immediately pulled out a catalog with all the information filled out for the wheel and handed it to him.  On Christmas morning, there was nothing under the tree that even resembled a spinning wheel, but after opening all the presents, Bill (my hubby) pulled out this box he had hiding in the closet.  It was my wheel.  I named her Annabelle!  (I consider each of my wheels a friend, so each one is given a name upon arrival, even the ones I sell!)  The rest of the day was spent assembling the wheel (which was so very easy), carding wool, and spinning.  It was one of the best Christmases I ever had.  I still use this wheel today. 

When I attended my first spinning class, our instructor gave us the opportunity to try out and use many different wheels.  The moment I sat down to the Ashford Traditional wheel, I felt comfortable.  I liked the setup, and the wheel and I became one as soon as I started to treadle.  I also liked the fact that you could upgrade this wheel to any configuration, which allows a wide-range of possibilities and experimentation. This wheel can be ordered in many configurations (single drive, left handed, double drive).  It also comes unfinished, lacquered or antique finished.

Specifications:

Tension Type
Wheel Diameter
Orifice
Bobbin Capacity
Ratios
Weight		 Scotch Tension
56cm (22")
1cm (3/8")
100gm (3-4 oz)
6.5, 12.5, 17.5:1
8 kg (17.5 lb)

4 Bobbins and a Lazy Kate are included with this wheel.

Available Add Ons:

Up Country Spinner Electronic Elizabeth The Joy The Kiwi The Traditional Traveller