Birch Plywood Shuttles for the TabbyandTweed Rigid Heddle Loom - Three Per Pack, Compatible with DK and 4ply Yarn
 
Three birch plywood weaving shuttles - the same shuttles included in all TabbyandTweed rigid heddle loom kits. Designed for the TabbyandTweed loom with a 26cm weaving width, these shuttles work with DK and 4ply yarn at both 8epi and 10epi. Ideal as replacements, additions, or a first accessory purchase for a new loom owner.
 
"Now in use on my rigid heddle loom (also from Tabby and Tweed) - all tools are easy to use and are helping me to learn the craft of weaving." — Celia Devey, verified buyer, 5 stars
 
What Is a Weaving Shuttle?
A shuttle is the tool that carries the weft yarn back and forth across the warp threads during weaving. As each shed is opened, the shuttle passes through - laying the weft yarn in place — then returns on the next row in the opposite direction. The shuttle is loaded with yarn wound around its body, which unspools smoothly as it passes through the warp.
Having three shuttles allows you to manage three separate yarn colours simultaneously - essential for tartan, houndstooth, and other multi-colour weave patterns. Each colour stays on its own shuttle and is rotated through the weft sequence in order.
 
When Do You Need More Shuttles?
Every TabbyandTweed complete loom kit and most intermediate scarf kits already include three shuttles. You might need additional shuttles if:
You have progressed to a pattern that uses more shuttles than your current kit includes
You want to keep multiple shuttles loaded and ready for quick pattern changes
You have lost or damaged a shuttle and need a replacement
You are weaving with a second person and want a shuttle each
 
Specification
Material: FSC certified birch plywood
Length: 28cm (end to end)
Width: 2.8cm (at widest point)
Height: 6mm
Quantity: three per pack
Compatible with the TabbyandTweed rigid heddle loom, 26cm weaving width
Suitable for Aran, DK weight and 4ply yarn
 
Made in the UK
These shuttles are made by TabbyandTweed in their Salisbury, Wiltshire workshop - the same shuttles that are included in every TabbyandTweed rigid heddle loom kit.
 
 
FAQ's
What does a weaving shuttle do?
A shuttle carries the weft yarn across the warp threads during weaving. It passes through the shed (the gap between warp threads) on each row, laying the yarn in place as it goes.
 
Are these shuttles compatible with the TabbyandTweed rigid heddle loom?
Yes. These are the same shuttles included in all TabbyandTweed rigid heddle loom kits. At 28cm, they are designed to work with the TabbyandTweed loom's 26cm weaving width.
 
Why do I need three shuttles?
Three shuttles allow you to weave with three separate yarn colours simultaneously - one shuttle per colour. This is needed for tartan, houndstooth, log cabin and other multi-colour patterns.
 
Do these work with 4ply, Aran and DK yarn?
A: Yes. These shuttles are compatible with Aran, DK weight and 4ply yarn, covering the full range of TabbyandTweed scarf kits.
 
Are these FSC certified?
Yes, the birch plywood is FSC certified - consistent with all TabbyandTweed wooden products.