--- product_id: 11993478 title: "Ashford Weaving Rigid Heddle Loom - 16\"" brand: "ashford" price: "7791 DH" currency: MAD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Ashford" url: https://www.desertcart.ma/products/11993478-ashford-weaving-rigid-heddle-loom-16 store_origin: MA region: Morocco --- # Portable design 16" weaving width Built-in heddle options Ashford Weaving Rigid Heddle Loom - 16" **Brand:** ashford **Price:** 7791 DH **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧵 Weave Your Way to Creativity! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ashford Weaving Rigid Heddle Loom - 16" by ashford - **How much does it cost?** 7791 DH with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ma](https://www.desertcart.ma/products/11993478-ashford-weaving-rigid-heddle-loom-16) ## Best For - ashford enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ashford brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Natural Aesthetic:** Beautiful wood finish complements any workspace. - • **Warping Made Easy:** Quick setup with built-in indirect warping option. - • **Weave Your Dreams:** Affordable and versatile for all skill levels. - • **Lightweight & Portable:** Take your creativity anywhere with ease. - • **Craft Anywhere, Anytime:** Perfect for all seasons and styles. ## Overview The AshfordWeaving Rigid Heddle Loom is a 16-inch, lightweight, and portable weaving tool designed for both beginners and experienced crafters. Made from durable nylon, it features built-in second heddle and indirect warping options, making it easy to create beautiful woven pieces. Its natural wood finish adds a touch of elegance to any crafting space. ## Description This affordable and portable rigid heddle loom is quick and easy to use. Everything is included in the kit. Quick and easy to assemble and warp. The rigid heddle is a great introduction to hand weaving but is also very versatile. Create beautiful and unique garments and home ware. With color and texture weave unique fabrics or with pick-up sticks create beautiful designs.The loom can also make woven tapestries and wall hangings. Made from unfinished Silver Beech hardwood the loom is very strong and robust.The weaving width of this loom is 16 inches. Review: BEST Option for a Beginner Weaver! - 5 Stars, definitely! Honestly, as a first time weaver, this loom by Ashford is probably the best beginner’s loom you could ask for. I had previously bought the Beka 10inch Beginner’s Rigid Heddle Loom from a different vendor, and honestly I would NOT recommend that to anyone. It was incredibly difficult to warp, keep the tension, and just overall use of it was unwieldy and frustrating. The Ashford Rigid-Heddle Loom (I bought the 16 inch) was exactly what I needed. Assembling the loom was very easy, and warping and threading the heddles were *so* much easier than Beka’s Beginner Loom. Having the heddle block on the loom makes using it flow more smoothly and easily than without one (Beka’s Beginner Loom does not come with a heddle block). Supposedly Ashford prizes itself on being affordable (it is….sort of) but for someone on a tighter budget, like myself, it is still definitely better to doll out the extra money given how easy it is to work with. I would highly recommend this to any new beginner weaver based on all of the above. Save yourself the frustration and annoyances by buying something that is well-made, easy to setup, and easy to use. You won’t regret it. As an aside, I did not buy the stand at the same time as I bought the loom itself (currently propping it up against a small side C-table so I can sit in the living room with Hubby and the TV) , but that will definitely be my next purchase. :) Review: Quality Counts - The rigid heddle loom arrived quickly, all the way from New Zealand. I was amazed by how easy assembly was, thanks to the precise fit of all the components, and the included piece of sandpaper (which I used on just a few corners). The advice to use candle wax was also helpful, although all I had on hand was some beeswax for sewing. I ignored the suggestion to finish the wood, since the loom is smooth and beautiful as is. I was leery at first to see plastic parts, but they are sturdy and nicely made. The loom is easy to use -- so far my absolute beginner, big-fingered husband isn't yet frustrated and has started his second piece. (This disappoints me, because I had hoped he would tire of this new craft quickly and hand the loom down to me.) I have my eye on some additional reeds down the road, and am so glad I didn't waste money by buying a cheap "beginner" product. ## Features - Affordable and versatile - Quick and easy to warp and weave - Portable and light weight ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00305RQDQ | | Additional Features | Built-in second heddle option, Built-in indirect warping option | | Age Range Description | All Ages | | Art Craft Kit Type | ART_CRAFT_KIT | | Best Sellers Rank | #381,774 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #336 in Weaving Looms | | Brand Name | Ashford | | Color | Natural, Wood, Tan | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (76) | | Included Components | Reed nylon 7.5dpi, two 14 inch stick shuttles, step by step instruction booklet, threading hook, warping peg and clamp | | Item Dimensions | 28 x 3 x 9 inches | | Manufacturer | Ashford | | Manufacturer Part Number | RH400 | | Material Type | Nylon | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Product Style | Portable | | Seasons | All Seasons | | Set Name | Weaving Loom Size Set | | Size | 16 inches | | Subject Character | Garden | | Theme | Garden | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** All Ages - **Brand:** Ashford - **Color:** Natural, Wood, Tan - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 28 x 3 x 9 inches - **Theme:** Garden ## Images ![Ashford Weaving Rigid Heddle Loom - 16" - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51p8XtN4KpL.jpg) ![Ashford Weaving Rigid Heddle Loom - 16" - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61yPf1tTBCL.jpg) ![Ashford Weaving Rigid Heddle Loom - 16" - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71FGh2gz-CL.jpg) ![Ashford Weaving Rigid Heddle Loom - 16" - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ZxW4SEnAL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is the difference between the ashford 16" rigid heddle loom and the ashford 16" sampleit loom?** A: - The standard loom is slightly longer front to back - The standard loom is built out of heavier wood. - They both come with double heddle brackets and use the same reeds. - If you want and very durable and strong loom go with the standard. - If you want a petite loom go with the sampleIt. - The standard might have a slightly larger shed than the sampleit. - My guess is that the standard 16 might be discontinued at some time in the future since they both occupy the same product niche. The 16 inch width probably does not need to be built out of such thick wood like the standard 16. **Q: how much warp can be put on this loom?** A: Most of the scarves that I weave are 60 inches in length. To allow for fringe and waste I normally warp 87 inches. So I know it can at least hold that amount, but I'm sure I could warp 100 inches with no problem. Hope that helps. **Q: 4 shaft minimum?** A: A rigid heddle doesn’t have any shafts. For that you need a table or floor loom. That being said, rigid heddles are easy to use and quite versatile. They are a great beginning loom. I have a rigid heddle and also a 4 shaft floor loom. Both are enjoyable. **Q: Is it big enough to make an eighteen in pillow cover?** A: You will need the 24" to be able to make a 18 in pillow cover. Annie ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ BEST Option for a Beginner Weaver! *by M***E on March 8, 2024* 5 Stars, definitely! Honestly, as a first time weaver, this loom by Ashford is probably the best beginner’s loom you could ask for. I had previously bought the Beka 10inch Beginner’s Rigid Heddle Loom from a different vendor, and honestly I would NOT recommend that to anyone. It was incredibly difficult to warp, keep the tension, and just overall use of it was unwieldy and frustrating. The Ashford Rigid-Heddle Loom (I bought the 16 inch) was exactly what I needed. Assembling the loom was very easy, and warping and threading the heddles were *so* much easier than Beka’s Beginner Loom. Having the heddle block on the loom makes using it flow more smoothly and easily than without one (Beka’s Beginner Loom does not come with a heddle block). Supposedly Ashford prizes itself on being affordable (it is….sort of) but for someone on a tighter budget, like myself, it is still definitely better to doll out the extra money given how easy it is to work with. I would highly recommend this to any new beginner weaver based on all of the above. Save yourself the frustration and annoyances by buying something that is well-made, easy to setup, and easy to use. You won’t regret it. As an aside, I did not buy the stand at the same time as I bought the loom itself (currently propping it up against a small side C-table so I can sit in the living room with Hubby and the TV) , but that will definitely be my next purchase. :) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality Counts *by E***K on November 12, 2020* The rigid heddle loom arrived quickly, all the way from New Zealand. I was amazed by how easy assembly was, thanks to the precise fit of all the components, and the included piece of sandpaper (which I used on just a few corners). The advice to use candle wax was also helpful, although all I had on hand was some beeswax for sewing. I ignored the suggestion to finish the wood, since the loom is smooth and beautiful as is. I was leery at first to see plastic parts, but they are sturdy and nicely made. The loom is easy to use -- so far my absolute beginner, big-fingered husband isn't yet frustrated and has started his second piece. (This disappoints me, because I had hoped he would tire of this new craft quickly and hand the loom down to me.) I have my eye on some additional reeds down the road, and am so glad I didn't waste money by buying a cheap "beginner" product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dream weaver! *by C***L on March 13, 2023* I’m not a new weaver but this is the best “out of box” experience I’ve ever had with a loom. It arrived before the expected date, the loom was easy to assemble and it is very well made. My first project is a waffle weave with pick up stick (husband is woodworker). Tension is great with this set up. Love Ashford! ## Frequently Bought Together - Ashford Weaving Rigid Heddle Loom - 16" - 100% Cotton Loom Warp Thread (Aqua Green), 8/4 Warp Yarn (800 Yards), Perfect for Weaving: Carpet, Tapestry, Rug, Blanket or Pattern - Warping Thread for Any Loom - Inventive Weaving on a Little Loom: Discover the Full Potential of the Rigid-Heddle Loom, for Beginners and Beyond --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ma/products/11993478-ashford-weaving-rigid-heddle-loom-16](https://www.desertcart.ma/products/11993478-ashford-weaving-rigid-heddle-loom-16) --- *Product available on Desertcart Morocco* *Store origin: MA* *Last updated: 2026-04-28*