Harrisville Designs Floor Looms — 8-shaft Models A8 and T8
The Harrisville Designs 8-shaft floor looms are quiet, practical, and hand-built in New Hampshire from the highest quality hard maple. Their innovative snap chain tie-up system replaces traditional cords and knots, making tie-ups fast, simple, and secure. The friction brake and adjustable beater ensure excellent control of tension and adaptability to different reeds. Suspended harnesses provide a light, smooth, and quiet jack action. Unlike most looms, Harrisville Designs looms can be folded even while warped, without losing the tie-up — ideal for workshops and small studios.
A8 Model
The A8 has a 22″ weaving width with 8 shafts and 10 treadles. It is perfect for experimenting with complex structures in a compact format, offering outstanding value for multi-shaft weaving.
- Weaving width: 22″
- Weight: 70 lbs
- 8 shafts, 10 treadles
- Castle height: 42″
- Open footprint: 28 × 32″
- Folded footprint: 28 × 13″
Included: 10 dent reed, approx. 600 inserted-eye heddles, built-in wheels, 2 lease sticks, instruction manual (English), sandpaper, and finishing oil. Light sanding and oiling are required upon assembly.
T8 Model
The T8 is the most popular Harrisville Designs floor loom. With a 36″ weaving width, 8 shafts, and 10 treadles, it is ideal for large projects and complex structures. Robust and versatile, it meets the needs of demanding weavers.
- Weaving width: 36″
- Weight: 90 lbs
- 8 shafts, 10 treadles
- Castle height: 42″
- Open footprint: 42 × 34″
- Folded footprint: 42 × 18″
Included: 10 dent reed, approx. 800 inserted-eye heddles, built-in wheels, 2 lease sticks, instruction manual (English), sandpaper, and finishing oil. Light sanding and oiling are required upon assembly.
Warranty and delivery
- 5-year warranty (manufacturing defects)
- Delivery time: approx. 1 month