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Lap Loom a - size: 12" X 16 a simple and practical way to learn to weave. The lap Looms include: 1 ounce of cotton warp string100% pure Virgin wool weft yarn(enough to complete 1 Project) 1 tapestry needle 2 wooden shed sticks 1- 6" Wooden stick shuttle and illustrated instructionsharrisville is a small, family owned and operated business, and we believe that quality should not be compromised for even the smallest product.
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In today's fast-paced, high-tech, super-hyped world, learning an ancient craft may be just the calming influence kids need. With Harrisville Designs' simple, sturdy, authentic hardwood lap loom, children and teens can learn basic techniques for weaving tapestries, wall hangings, bags, pillows, place mats, purses, and more. Equipped with slanted nylon pegs, this 12-by-16-inch loom comes with enough cotton warp string and wool yarn to weave one 9-by-15-inch project. You also get basic weaving tools, including a stick shuttle, a large blunt tapestry needle, and two shed sticks. In addition, a 16-page booklet provides information about the history of weaving, as well as instructions in basic technique. Winner of Learning magazine's Teachers' Choice Award, this loom is recommended for children ages 7 and older, although preteens will probably need adult help to get started. --Joan DeClaire
Nick Vukich
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2024
Did not get shuttle, or any instructions.
Sarah Leinbach
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2020
I mostly ordered this for the loom itself and it is great quality! I am a new weaver and this was a great size to start out on: not too big, not too small. The yarn is good quality too but just not the texture and colors that I wanted. Comes with everything you need to make one or maybe two tapestries
Sooty
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2018
Just received the loom today and opened the box. Was hesistant after reading a lot of the reviews that i made a mistake with this purchase. But, no. Its awesome. Its a beautifully finished wooden loom. In the reviews people mentioned the shed sticks and shuttle were rough but mine is nicely sanded and finished off smoothly to touch. Definitely wont catch on anything so im wondering if the company listened to the consumers concerns and updated the kit. The instruction book was also noted as difficult to follow but im not finding that to be an issue either. Even has pictures and diagrams to follow the instructions. Im very pleased with my purchase and anxious to let the weaving begin!!
Sharon Patterson
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2017
It's a very good comfy loom to work on. I really like it. That was my first project on the loom.
M. Owen
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2016
A great starter loom that comes with an instructional booklet to get you started, including a project you can make. The set also includes 2 shed sticks, 2 shuttles, yarn for the project, a plastic darning needle. If you are a very beginning student, it helps to look up additional step by step instructions online, or in a book such as "You Can Weave" by Kathleen Monaghan & Hermon Joyner, to fill in the gaps. The loom itself is well made and sturdy, beautiful wood. The tools are nicely made, too.To make the weaving process a little more efficient, I made a heddle stick from a 12" dowel rod, cotton yarn, and masking tape (using instructions in the "You Can Weave" book) so that I would not have to continue to "re-weave" in the shed sticks. So for one shed, I use the shed stick; for the 2nd shed I lift the heddle stick. That way I can keep the shed stick in place within the warp.
Robert's reviews
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2013
My 9 year old son asked for a loom for Christmas. We had visited a factory and he saw the big, mechanical looms, and also a few hand looms (but big, with floor petals, and 5 feet tall). Obviously we were not going to pay $1000 for a loom for our 9 year old son, so we were looking for something. This one is nice. It is strong, and has kept him entertained for hours. Does take some work, not stepping on petals and sliding through the thread, comes with two sticks, one you leave in, and one you put back in every other time. Comes with the materials needed to start, and shows you in the instructions how to add different things. Makes one piece of cloth, maybe 12-18. Not huge, but keeps his hands busy. i believe I saw in the instructions on how to make a longer piece, but we have not gotten to that yet. Too complex for a 5 year old (our other son), but for a patient 9 year old, it works great. I also think for an adult, it would be fun, maybe the more complex designs.
Carol Clarke
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2010
I'm actually a senior citizen and I really like this little loom. It's well-built (very sturdy) and as long as I use yarn I can see it just fine, although my eyes are not the best these days. Tiny thread and needles are a thing of the past for me.The needle they include is great. Has a great big eye so it's easy to thread, even for me. None of my old ones are quite as good, and I wonder where I could get some more like it because I worry about losing it.The only thing I would find fault with is that to me it needs something under it to keep my knees from going through it. I'm not sure how others mamage, but I cut the box that it came in down some and it is (of course) a perfect fit. Lifts right up and even out to get to the underside if I need to, and no more knees poking through! So my advice is "Don't throw away the box."Overall, I think it's a very good hobby for almost anybody.
May
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2010
I made gifts of pet portraits with this loom on my lap during TV commercials that now hang on my friends' walls. It's comfortable to use and easy to stash out of the way when not in use. I bought the "Wonder Wand," [...], too, and that makes things go lots faster. Larger projects would of course require something different; but, I don't know that I would consider this a "toy" any longer as you can be as intricate with different materials as your imagination will allow. Fun & easy!
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