Rigid Heddle Loom

The frame has been designed to eliminate the number of cut PVC pipes and enhance strength and stability. Only two PVC pipes run lengthwise, and the warp beam supports and heddle supports have been redesigned for the PVC to pass through them. There are 4 additional nuts and bolts used to fix the heddle supports in place and add even more stability.

A diagram with dimensions has been included.

Files include:

Rigid Heddle Loom Parts
Stick Shuttle
Boat Shuttle (still in development)
String Heddle Jig (uses (2x) 5mm thick bamboo chopsticks, instructions for use here: https://thelibrary.org/lochist/periodicals/bittersweet/su76g.htm)

The SketchUp file is included so users can view all the pieces and modify them if necessary.

This basic rigid heddle loom design incorporates 22mm diameter PVC pipe and two 3mm x 12mm bolts and accompanying hex nuts for the cogs and pawls.

The heddle is approximately 400mm wide.

Resources on setting up and using rigid heddle looms can