A Complete Beginner Kit with the TabbyandTweed Rigid Heddle Loom and Wool Decanted Vintage 23 — Falkland Polwarth, Romney and Black Shetland, 100% British Wool
Start weaving with the best possible yarn. This complete rigid heddle loom kit uses Wool Decanted Vintage 23 - a 100% British wool blend of Falkland Polwarth, Romney and black Shetland fibres - noticeably softer, smoother and more lustrous than standard DK wool.
The fully assembled TabbyandTweed loom, all accessories, and skeins of Wool Decanted yarn are included. Choose from four scarf designs at checkout. Designed and made in our Salisbury workshop.
What Makes This Kit Luxury?
Where the standard TabbyandTweed complete kits use 100% British DK wool, this kit uses Wool Decanted Vintage 23 - a specifically blended yarn produced from three British wool breeds:
- Falkland Polwarth - a fine, lustrous wool with a silky handle and gentle sheen
- Romney - known for exceptional softness and natural lustre
- Black Shetland - adds colour character and depth to the blend
The result is a yarn that is noticeably finer, softer and more refined than standard beginner kit wool. The finished scarf will have a warmth, lustre and handle that reflects the quality of the raw materials.
The Four Design Options
Choose your design using the drop down menu - all four use the same Wool Decanted Vintage 23 yarn in different colourways:
- Houndstooth navy and grey - the classic broken check in deep navy and grey. Refined and timeless.
- Colour block burgundy, pink and yellow - a warm, vivid three-colour palette in a contemporary block structure.
- Green and light grey - a fresh, natural pairing of forest green and pale grey.
- Grey, light grey and red - a classic cool-toned palette with a warm red accent.
What's Included
- TabbyandTweed rigid heddle loom - 26cm weaving width, 8epi reed included, fully assembled
- Three shuttles
- Warping peg
- Two clamps
- Plastic threading hook
- Comprehensive instruction booklet - step-by-step setup and weaving guide with images Skeins of Wool Decanted Vintage 23 yarn in your chosen colourway. There is also a video tutorial on the TabbyandTweed YouTube channel which demonstrates how to set up the loom ready for weaving.
About the Loom
The TabbyandTweed rigid heddle loom has a 26cm weaving width and comes with an 8epi reed suited to DK weight yarn. It includes a neutral heddle position for pick-up stick pattern weaving. Dimensions: 34cm x 39cm footprint; 11cm height with heddle raised, 9cm lowered. Compact and lightweight.
What Can I Weave Next?
After the first project, the loom works with any DK weight yarn. The TabbyandTweed standard DK scarf kits provide a wide range of colourways and patterns for further projects.
Made in the UK
The TabbyandTweed rigid heddle loom is designed and made in our Salisbury, Wiltshire workshop. Weaving workshops on the same loom are available for buyers who would like hands-on guidance alongside the kit.
FAQ's
What is Wool Decanted Vintage 23?
Wool Decanted Vintage 23 is a 100% British wool yarn produced from a blend of Falkland Polwarth, Romney and black Shetland fibres. It is noticeably softer, smoother and more lustrous than standard DK wool - producing a finer, more refined woven fabric.
Does this kit include a loom?
Yes. The fully assembled TabbyandTweed rigid heddle loom with 8epi reed, all accessories, and Wool Decanted yarn for the first project are all included.
What are the four design options?
Houndstooth navy and grey; colour block burgundy/pink/yellow; green and light grey; or grey/light grey/red.
How does this compare to the standard TabbyandTweed complete kits?
The loom is the same. The difference is the yarn: this kit uses Wool Decanted Vintage 23 (a premium Polwarth/Romney/Shetland blend) rather than standard 100% British DK wool. The Wool Decanted yarn produces a noticeably softer, more lustrous finished scarf.
Is this a good gift?
Yes - this is the premium tier of the TabbyandTweed complete loom kit range, offering a luxury yarn experience for a first weaving project. The four design options allow the buyer to choose a colourway for the recipient
