Does anyone know where to get a better weaving tool (the long, thin, white, crochet hook-looking thing)? I love this loom but that hook is not great.
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I think you can check Amazon you might be able to find one. I am looking for one myself. I agree with you the tool is not that great.
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The Loom did not come with a hook. ThThe hooks can be purchased at any craft store or even WalMart I love this loom. It is very easy to work with. The pegs are stable do not fall out like some other looms.
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Hi. No you dont need a special tool to take the loom board apart. Just be very careful. Try not to pull on the clear parts. Try to pull off the smaller orange part. My daughter was pulling on the clear part and it snapped.
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Hi, my daughter ties the ends together like most of the bracelets made from that type of material. She loves the loom, I actually had fun with it too!
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I called Dritz, the manufacturer. They said the little blue hook was added at the request of small quilt shops who wanted to hang the stock item on a wall (the packaging may be different). It is of no use to the user.
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Ps) I just saw the exact same ones at Joann fabric. They aren't as cheap but maybe you could go take a look at them!
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The loom we received is basically clear with aqua components underneath. The aqua pieces snap in and out to make different configurations of the loom for the weaving. We have not made the different shapes of the loom, but there are instructions to help.
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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=lW0sDzqTNo8 hope you got it! :-)
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I just ordered the Deluxe model of the Simplicity Bias Tape marker and am awaiting it's arrival. Hopefully it will work as good as the reviews on it state it does. I've always hated making bias and so have not really sewn anything that requires it too often, hopefully the machine will make the task easier and I'll be able to sew some things I have shied away from. Have you found an answer to your question yet? I'll come back after the machine arrives and post my experience with it if it helps you.
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I would say more like Susan Bates. I really like these Crochet hooks. They are very easy to use . I order the entire set . Have been well pleased. I find that the shan k I would say more like Susan Bates. I ordered the entire set and really like these crochet hooks. I feel that the shank is shorter and makes them easier to use. I have been very satisfied with the set.
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Sorry. I haven't made the blanket. I would think you could make the strand of yarn you are weaving with longer to compensate for the tool's lack of length
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Lots if info here http://www.loomknittingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Looms-by-Manufacturer.pdf
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I hold mine overhand too and it works well. I crochet tightly and hold the hook tightly and it helped with the pain from holding the hook so hard. It's a larger surface in your hand and I think it keeps your hand in a more natural position.
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Yes. I'm just starting out with crocheting too and I brought these as beginner hooks. They are great.
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Like the others say, just about any yarn you want. If you are using worsted weight you might need to use two strands together as one. I like a bulkier yarn personally. WalMart actually has a decent selection of inexpensive yarns. And sometimes at JoAnns you can get the big pound of yarn on sale. Get on youtube for tons of tutorials on all things round loom knitting.
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yes it is the only loom i use anymore when it calls for a long loom it is the best loom i have ever found . hope this helps Norma
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The hook part is some type of metal that runs the whole length with the soft material covering the handle part. The hook part is really smooth so the yarn just glides off, I have to say these are the best hooks I've ever used.