Remember the potholder looms from back in the 70’s?
Well, I actually think the humble potholder loom is a little under rated! I mean, it’s simple to use and it must be one of the cheapest looms out there if you make it yourself.
That’s what today’s post is all about. Recently, my husband and I teamed up to make a cheap and easy potholder loom and now we want to share it with all of you!
We’ve put all the information you need to make one of these simple looms into a simple to download file (you can access that below).
Not only that, but I’ve also made a series that you can find on Youtube that will show you two different ways you can weave on your own potholder loom.
You only need some simple materials to get started. Wood, nails, a hammer, some yarn, some wire (or a Tunisian crochet hook) and a regular crochet hook, I find the 5.75mm size is good. A tapestry needle can also be handy for sewing in any loose ends.
So, go ahead and grab your instructions file below and then check out the video tutorial for weaving further down.
I hope you have fun with this project and until next time…
Happy Weaving!
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we are a program in Brooklyn providing services for the special needs. we have a participant who is both handicapped and 100 % blind. she loves doing potholders but cannot cast off.
she needs a live class as she cannot see the on-line videos. she needs hand over hand instruction.
would you suggest someone who can do this in NY?
thanks
Hi there,
I’m sorry, I don’t know anyone who could help but it may be worth networking on Facebook weaving groups or Ravelry to try to find someone local.
I made my (almost four year old) daughter a classroom loom for Christmas. She loves it, but wanted to take it to Grandma’s house and it’s just too big to pack. So I searched for a smaller loom that she can travel with and came here. Thank you for the detailed plans. Her birthday is in February, giving me plenty of time.
But I’m having trouble sourcing “bullet nails.” Could you please provide a link, or a closeup?
Hi John,
Hmm, they must be called something different where you are. I searched on US Amazon but didn’t see any. Here is a link with the nails we used to give you an idea – http://www.bunnings.com.au/paslode-65-x-3-15-500g-bright-steel-bullet-head-nails-110-pack_p2370034
This type of nail is not absolutely necessary, but a rounded head is preferable for the ease of removing the weaving at the end.
Hope you find something you can use!
Looks like what we call “finishing nails” here stateside.
Ann, someone on Youtube said the same, thank you!
HI Kelly – I had one of these looms as a child in the 60s. We used cotton loops to make the potholders. Last year I bought a potholder loom kit, I made a couple of potholders but then needed more loops. The cotton loops came from the US and were so expensive with delivery since I live in New Zealand. I’m glad you have made this video so now I know I’m not restricted to just using cotton loops. I’m not sure if wool would be so good for a potholder though.
No, the wool isn’t suitable for potholders, that is better for making squares to join together. In the next video I’ll be showing how to make a potholder with cotton t shirt yarn.
Now that’s exactly what I’ve been looking for! I’ll be checking in until you put it up. Thank you for all you do.
Already done Donna, you can find the tutorial here – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05XC-oGPhPY&t=1s
Thank you Kelly! What do you do with that last loop at the end?
I just left the loop at this point, but there is probably a better way to deal with it!