At LoftyFiber, innovation is part of our daily rhythm. We’re always exploring ways to refine the weaving experience — listening to real weavers, solving small frustrations, and turning practical ideas into thoughtfully designed tools.
We’re excited to introduce our newest accessory created with comfort and efficiency in mind: the Sley Assist.
A Small Tool That Makes a Big Difference
Sleying the reed is one of those essential setup steps that can put strain on your hands, shoulders, and posture — especially when working on longer warps.
The Sley Assist is designed to make this process easier and more ergonomic by supporting your reed exactly where you need it.
Key benefits:
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Holds your reed in a stable flat or angled position
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Improves visibility and control while sleying
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Reduces wrist and shoulder strain
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Helps maintain a comfortable, natural working posture
The result is a smoother workflow and a more enjoyable start to every project.
Designed for Your Floor Loom
The Sley Assist integrates seamlessly with:
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Spring 2
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David 3
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Megado
- Ashford Floor Loom
We will be working on a Schacht Wolf and Standard variant in the coming weeks.
Installation is quick, and once in place it provides steady, reliable support so you can focus on accuracy and rhythm instead of holding the reed.
Works Alongside the Beater Brace
For the best experience, the Sley Assist is designed to work in conjunction with the Beater Brace.
While the Beater Brace is sold separately, you’ll see it featured in our demonstration video so you can understand how the two accessories complement each other to create a stable, ergonomic setup for sleying.
See It in Action
We’ve added a step-by-step demonstration video in the LoftyFiber Learning Center so you can see exactly how the Sley Assist works and how easily it fits into your loom workflow.
👉 Watch here:
Sley Assist | Learning.LoftyFiber.com