I just purchased this loom for my granddaughter. What accessories do you recommend (needles, thread, types of beads, etc) Thanks!
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She will love this loom. It is much simpler than traditional looms. The thread typically used for beading is Nymo, which comes in a variety of colors. Size 10 or twelve beading needles will be fine, twelve being the thinner of the two and the one I personally would use. You can get the needles at Jo-Ann's or Michael's and probably also the Nymo but the Nymo colors will be limited. You will need to go to a specific bead store or online for a better Nymo color range. A lot of people recommend size D Nymo, but I prefer size B, which is a little bit thinner. The best beads for looming are Japanese, either Miyuki or Toho. Japanese beads are more cylindrical and more uniform in size than Czech or other beads. I prefer Toho. For a beginner, I would recommend either size 11 Toho seed beads or Toho Treasures. The colors are amazing and the bead sizes are very consistent. My favorite online site for beads is General Bead in San Francisco. They have very good prices, free shipping over $50.00 and some deals right now on Toho Treasures and Mikuki Delicas in some really beautiful colors. A lot of other stores have have them, too; I just prefer General Bead. Michaels does (I think) carry small amounts of Tohos but I think they will be a lot cheaper if you buy online. You could also google on Amazon and compare prices. I would also recommend a thread conditioner called Thread Heaven which I think you can get either at JoAnn's or Michael's and definitely online. Another good place to buy supplied is Beadaholique, which has its own online store and also sells through Amazon. I also love Beaducation, which has great customer service and very good prices, though they are a little bit more focused on metalworking. Both Beadaholique and Beaducation have GREAT free teaching videos on You Tube, many of which focus on beading. I know Beadaholique has a video on the Ricks Loom. It's the best loom I've ever used and your granddaughter will love it!
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My post (twine spindle holder) arrived completly attached (glued) in place to the base.get a nice sized needle that has a curve on the end for sewing up your goodies...I use mine all the time !
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My 7 year old granddaughter did it on her own. She took the box and pulled out the dividers in the sections she wanted and made room for her loom and then pockets for her different colored loops and smaller beads. She said it was so easy - she didn't need any help. :+)
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I think the loom is sturdy and not brittle. My 8 year old granddaughter loves it.
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There are plenty of tutorials on YouTube, I recommend SoCraftastic and I have my own YouTube channel, Super Craft Channel, which I will be adding how to designs for loom bracelets.
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Sorry to be so late with this. My loom is 7 by 7. Often the loops seem too big for this. I took one loop and it stretched fairly easily to 7 1/4. Loops are variable in size, but it's rare or never that a loop just barely stretches across my loom.
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Some very basic ones. Your best option is to so some internet searches for 'loom knitting patterns' and decide which ones work best for you. Once you become good at simple loom knitting things, its very easy to venture out on your own, too! Also, there are some really informative and easy-to-follow loom knitting books out here on Amazon. Have fun and happy knitting!!
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That's a difficult question to answer. The Monster Tail loom is very small and more suitable for younger children. For more complex weaves, go with the Rainbow. The Monster Tail is great for beginners though. I bought both sets for a birthday party and the kids all made bracelets with just the rubber bands and had a great time. I did like the quality of the Rainbow products and I was careful to avoid the counterfeit products.
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Hola! after you positioned all the loops in the loom, you will then, with the crochet hook included, start making chains with each loops. Take the first and second loop on the hook, get the first one over the second, leaving just one loop on the hook; take the third loop and get the second over this one, and so on.this video might help: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lW0sDzqTNo8hope you got it! :-)
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Yes, it comes with everything listed including 3 looms. Came quickly! My child loves it!
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I have purchased 2 sets of these threads from Kolors. I especially like the variety of colors. I use a Brother PE- 770. I hope you have as much fun as I have had doing embroidery. In case you haven't been told, you should clean your machine atleast once a week in the bobbin area, that way any thread you use won't get tangled and you won't get as frustrated.
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I ordered Polyester Thread Sets - 40 Spools - 1000M - 40 wt. by Threadart on Amazon and it is great for embroidery. Cost is $39.99. The only problem I have is that the thread gets tangled on spool holder but I put the spool of thread on the table and it works fine. I'm still in the learning curve as I've only had the machine about 3 months and haven't had much time to spend learning it. Hope this helps.
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I use my regular needles but I have to lighten up on the tension so its not so tight and breaks the thread. Hope this helps.
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My 6yr old loves her loom for simple bracelets and rings. The more complex "jewelry" and projects are too difficult for her.
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I think it might be the kind of rubber bands that come with it. This works just like all of the loom kits, so the other less expensive one would probably work just as well.
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My granddaughters aged 6 and up use this loom and they love it. Just bought loom #2 for granddaughter turning 11 so she can make more styles.
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it depends really on how capable she is. Some at that age are more "hands on" than others. If she's "into" arts and crafts and such, she'll be fine with it (you might have to help with the pinning if necessary) its really a lovely gift, surprised me with the quality of the contents. Even inspired me to try to find an actual beginner sewing machine for my then 10-yr old grand.