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The Quad Kate ©
If you're looking for a solid and attractive lazy kate to hold your bobbins while plying this one may be just what you need.
Our unique Quad Kate is a portable yet solid kate capable of holding up to 4 full bobbins (up to 7 inches long and 4 inches in diameter) for plying your handspun yarns. In addition to a useful 45 degree angle which helps keep yarn under a bit of tension, our exclusive features include:
- removable solid brass rods which won't rust or corrode and large, smooth eyes to corral your singles and prevent tangling.
- nylon inserts to hold the rods - holes in wood alone will deform and enlarge over time. Also, the inserts stand up above the wood a tiny bit preventing bobbins from wearing or staining the wood.
- cubby for rod storage featuring a snap catch to keep the sliding lid securely closed. Important when travelling!
- four non-skid feet for added stability. Won't mar your furniture AND will keep your kate safe from tabletop spills, damp pavement or other untidy surfaces.
- solid hard woods impart weight to keep your kate from tipping even when holding very full bobbins.
- weight - 4.25 lbs, height to top of guide eyes -5 inches (not including rods), depth from front to back - 7.5 inches, length side to side - 10 inches.
- We can make custom kates to fit larger bobbins!