Today I found my old loom set from when I was a kid. None of my friends really ever had one, but I loved it as a child. I had sooo many little bands I decided I'd try to make pot holders, but couldn't remmeber how! Thank you for this video :)
Hi Jax. I bet you had a great time making potholders! If you ever try the loom and loops from Harrisville Designs, look out! They make gorgeous potholders and table mats. Thanks for watching!
Thank you for your video! I'm so happy you demonstrated the lovely plaid pattern on your loom. I must say, I prefer using my fingers to weave the loops! Having tactile contact with the materials is quite satisfying and it helps with dexterity! :)
I went over to Carol Leigh’s shop and purchased the pro loom with wool loops. I’m so excited to do this. I made the little ones as a child and my children made them when they were little. I was recently at a local store and they were selling these larger pot holders. I knew I would find info on you tube and I went to your video. Loved it! I subscribed to your channel and I’m looking forward to watching your other videos. Thanks for the great video❤️
Hi Sharon. I bet you will have loads of fun making these beautiful potholders and more with your loom. I love using the wool loops! I hope enjoy the process and Stay Creative!
This is perfect timing for me. I have been looking for potholders that are not microfiber or polyblend for almost a year. When I was a girl a long time ago my dad made looms for my girl scout troop with wood frames and fine nails so they would not keep slipping off the looms on us girls. Wish I still had it. I am headed to the Harrisville site right now. I can't wait to use the bigger loom and the wool loops.
Hi Nancy. I hope you have as much fun creating them as I did. Be sure to check out the Potholder Wizard tab on their site for loads of inspiration. Enjoy!
Barb, I enjoyed your video! I wondered what you were going to do with all the ends of the first weaving project you showed us. I loved all the colors and textures of that weaving.
Hi Dee. Thank you for watching. It's been so long since I recorded this video that without rewatching it, I really don't know the answer to your question. It might have just been a sample idea without a finish in mind.
Just did two wool potholders after doing 4 cotton ones.love the feel of the wool but it was harder to work with. They don’t stretch as easily and they fray (I did use the tool up until the last four rows where it was too tight to insert the tool). Beautiful, yes, but mine did not stretch like the first few rows on this video.
The excess plastic on the weaving pins, is known as” Flash”. It can be removed with a craft knife, followed by sandpaper. The finer grit the better. If your concerned about snagging of fibers.
This is really funny since there has been such talk of favorite Christmases and the only thing I could remember loving was the little potholder loom. I made potholders until the loops ran out but never got any more. I said they would have been okay if the loom was just a little a bigger....! (I mean this talk was like yesterday.) One thing I do wonder is if the wool is moth resistant. I have a wool hat I knitted that is fine, but other items have been attacked by either moths or carpet beetles in our house (an Aran tea cozy I made is one). At one time you could find the small metal looms around quite reasonably. I saw one here not too long ago. Great find!
Hi Diana. I have no idea whether this wool is moth resistant. You would have to contact Carol Leigh (link in the description box) and ask her. I have to admit that since I plan to use these, if a moth gets them, I'll just make more. Thanks so much for watching. Stay Creative!
I love the potholder that you showed off in this video at 5minutes 17 seconds (colors yellow, green, blue, red)!! I would love to get the pattern. Can you tell me where to find it? Thank you!!
Hi Kristin. Try going to the Harrisville Design website and look at the Potholder Wizard where they show various designs. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching.
I'm wondering if you have ever had an issue with using a cotton roll. I'm having problems with the ends, and I'm finding that the loops are so large, that I cannot pull them tight..Trying everything to get them tight.
@@BarbOwenDesigns I think the ends are called "Chaining". When the loops are too big and you begin chaining and closing off or braiding the finished mat or potholder, I am confused as to what to do with the giant loops that cannot be pulled tight. I think this is the reason why people use a yarn needle to go through the same loop a few times to keep everything tight. Thank you for responding.
@@lynnstevens4793 Once you've finished the four sides of the cotton potholder, wash & dry the potholders and the loose loops on the sides will shrink & tighten up.
Hi Tracey. I hope you have a wonderful time with your loom. I think it's a great size. I'm sure the link is out of date. This video was recorded quite a long time ago. You can always search online to find them. Thanks so much for watching. Stay Creative!
I LOVE table-top and mini hand looms! It's something that you can leave out and go back to as and when you want to! Leave it out in your kitchen table and/or lounge and you'll be surprised how many conversations can be enhanced when one of your guests or visitors to your house reaches out to have a go! ;)
Hi Christine. I really don't know whether the loops would felt of not. I haven't used them for anything other than to weave the potholders. Thanks for watching. Stay Creative!
Hi Sue. I'm sure that they would shrink if not washed gently since they are wool. The insulating quality to me is definitely worth it, though. Thanks for watching. Stay Creative!
The hook tool that can be used for weaving potholders is available on the Harrisville Designs site: harrisville.com/products/potholder-weaving-hook-pro-size The traditional size is available there, too: harrisville.com/products/potholder-weaving-hook-traditional-size
I just bought a ProLoom. AND now I'm in love with those wool loops! Thank you
Today I found my old loom set from when I was a kid. None of my friends really ever had one, but I loved it as a child. I had sooo many little bands I decided I'd try to make pot holders, but couldn't remmeber how! Thank you for this video :)
Hi Jax. I bet you had a great time making potholders! If you ever try the loom and loops from Harrisville Designs, look out! They make gorgeous potholders and table mats. Thanks for watching!
Thank you for your video! I'm so happy you demonstrated the lovely plaid pattern on your loom. I must say, I prefer using my fingers to weave the loops! Having tactile contact with the materials is quite satisfying and it helps with dexterity! :)
I just went to a craft show and bought wool loops. They are stunning! Lovely to work with.
I went over to Carol Leigh’s shop and purchased the pro loom with wool loops. I’m so excited to do this. I made the little ones as a child and my children made them when they were little. I was recently at a local store and they were selling these larger pot holders. I knew I would find info on you tube and I went to your video. Loved it! I subscribed to your channel and I’m looking forward to watching your other videos. Thanks for the great video❤️
Hi Sharon. I bet you will have loads of fun making these beautiful potholders and more with your loom. I love using the wool loops! I hope enjoy the process and Stay Creative!
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Hi Barb. I got my supplies and I am just so excited to get started.
This is perfect timing for me. I have been looking for potholders that are not microfiber or polyblend for almost a year. When I was a girl a long time ago my dad made looms for my girl scout troop with wood frames and fine nails so they would not keep slipping off the looms on us girls. Wish I still had it. I am headed to the Harrisville site right now. I can't wait to use the bigger loom and the wool loops.
Bought the loom and wool loops. Excited to make my first potholder. Thanks, Barb.
Hi Nancy. I hope you have as much fun creating them as I did. Be sure to check out the Potholder Wizard tab on their site for loads of inspiration. Enjoy!
Barb, I enjoyed your video! I wondered what you were going to do with all the ends of the first weaving project you showed us. I loved all the colors and textures of that weaving.
Hi Dee. Thank you for watching. It's been so long since I recorded this video that without rewatching it, I really don't know the answer to your question. It might have just been a sample idea without a finish in mind.
The longer hook tool did come in my loom kit.
Hi Peggy. Thanks for sharing that. Much appreciated. Thanks for watching. Stay Creative!
Thanks so much for all this great information!
Just did two wool potholders after doing 4 cotton ones.love the feel of the wool but it was harder to work with. They don’t stretch as easily and they fray (I did use the tool up until the last four rows where it was too tight to insert the tool). Beautiful, yes, but mine did not stretch like the first few rows on this video.
The excess plastic on the weaving pins, is known as” Flash”. It can be removed with a craft knife, followed by sandpaper. The finer grit the better. If your concerned about snagging of fibers.
Hi Robert. Thanks for the info. Much appreciated. Thank you for watching. Stay Creative!
An afghan crochet hook would be long enough to pull the loops back through I think. I will check it out when my loom comes.
Hi Debby. That's a great idea. I just used my fingers and found it wasn't really a problem, but a long hook could definitely be an advantage.
There was a tool in the kit I bought from Harrisville, and it went a lot quicker than doing it by hand
Hi G. I can see that might be really convenient. Thanks for sharing. Stay Creative!
This is really funny since there has been such talk of favorite Christmases and the only thing I could remember loving was the little potholder loom. I made potholders until the loops ran out but never got any more. I said they would have been okay if the loom was just a little a bigger....! (I mean this talk was like yesterday.) One thing I do wonder is if the wool is moth resistant. I have a wool hat I knitted that is fine, but other items have been attacked by either moths or carpet beetles in our house (an Aran tea cozy I made is one). At one time you could find the small metal looms around quite reasonably. I saw one here not too long ago. Great find!
Hi Diana. I have no idea whether this wool is moth resistant. You would have to contact Carol Leigh (link in the description box) and ask her. I have to admit that since I plan to use these, if a moth gets them, I'll just make more. Thanks so much for watching. Stay Creative!
Can the wool potholders be washed
Hi Thanks Barb, I really like the idea of weaving. :-)
Hi Denise. Even the small loom is filled with creative possibilities! Thanks for watching.
Thanks Barb, I ordered the large loom :-)
I keep finding these looms and the loops for them at Goodwill for $2 or less. I am intrigued by your re-use of this loom.
I should say the ones I am finding are the ones you were first showing... the $5 ones
Hi Becky! This little loom is filled with loads of creative possibilities, for sure. Thanks for watching!
Barb -- Where did you buy the nice long weaving hook?
I love the potholder that you showed off in this video at 5minutes 17 seconds (colors yellow, green, blue, red)!! I would love to get the pattern. Can you tell me where to find it? Thank you!!
Hi Kristin. Try going to the Harrisville Design website and look at the Potholder Wizard where they show various designs. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching.
I'm wondering if you have ever had an issue with using a cotton roll. I'm having problems with the ends, and I'm finding that the loops are so large, that I cannot pull them tight..Trying everything to get them tight.
Hi Lynn. I'm not sure what you mean by a cotton roll. If you can give me more information, maybe I can help. Thanks so much. Barb
@@BarbOwenDesigns I think the ends are called "Chaining". When the loops are too big and you begin chaining and closing off or braiding the finished mat or potholder, I am confused as to what to do with the giant loops that cannot be pulled tight. I think this is the reason why people use a yarn needle to go through the same loop a few times to keep everything tight. Thank you for responding.
@@lynnstevens4793 Once you've finished the four sides of the cotton potholder, wash & dry the potholders and the loose loops on the sides will shrink & tighten up.
Brilliant! can't wait for my loom to arrive. ps link to loops needs to be updated.
Hi Tracey. I hope you have a wonderful time with your loom. I think it's a great size. I'm sure the link is out of date. This video was recorded quite a long time ago. You can always search online to find them. Thanks so much for watching. Stay Creative!
I LOVE table-top and mini hand looms! It's something that you can leave out and go back to as and when you want to! Leave it out in your kitchen table and/or lounge and you'll be surprised how many conversations can be enhanced when one of your guests or visitors to your house reaches out to have a go! ;)
Hi Christine. I never thought about leaving the loom out to see what others might create. Great idea! Thanks for watching. Stay Creative!
Do you know if the wool loops are able to be felted?
Hi Christine. I really don't know whether the loops would felt of not. I haven't used them for anything other than to weave the potholders. Thanks for watching. Stay Creative!
How do the wool pot holders wash up? Will they shrink?
Hi Sue. I'm sure that they would shrink if not washed gently since they are wool. The insulating quality to me is definitely worth it, though. Thanks for watching. Stay Creative!
@@BarbOwenDesignsI would think you would wash in cold water and super mild soap.. Then lay to dry and reblock..
What is better cotton loops or wool loops?
Hi Susan. It just depends on which you prefer. I've only used the wool loops, but some people prefer cotton. Thanks for watching. Stay Creative!
The hook tool that can be used for weaving potholders is available on the Harrisville Designs site: harrisville.com/products/potholder-weaving-hook-pro-size
The traditional size is available there, too: harrisville.com/products/potholder-weaving-hook-traditional-size
A crochet hook works too.
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