Schacht News

Barry's first spindle made for Greentree Ranch. Notice the little green tree Barry painted on the shaft. Can you believe that this simple spindle launched an endeavor that became a passion?

2009.
We are celebrating 40 years of making tools for the craft we love. And to commorate this special milestone, we are planning many ways to celebrate. As we go along, we’ll be posting updates, events, and specials on our website.

“I Made It On My Schacht” Contest
The first thing, though, I want to be sure to let you know about is our “I Made It On My Schacht” Contest. We’ve got loads of great prizes, including a cherry Wolf Pup, and one-of-kind special edition Matchless Spinning Wheel. With both expert and novice categories, there’s really no excuse not to be involved. We’ve got all of the details on our Schacht web site.

Also, I’m super excited about our YouTube Challenge. Demonstrate weaving on any Schacht Loom or spinning on a Schacht wheel or spindle and send us the link to your YouTube Video. We’ll judge for information, entertainment value, use of Schacht equipment. The idea is to get more weaving and spinning on the web. The winner of the YouTube Challenge will receive a $250 shopping spree for Schacht goodies.

Plan to enter with your friends or through your local shop!

Cherry Matchless Spinning Wheel
Starting in June, we’ll be shipping our limited edition of Cherry Matchless Double Treadle Spinning Wheels. Check with your favorite dealer to reserve yours now.