Mommy22alyns Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 What would you recommend starting with? I've seen some on RR and Hearthsong; are these decent for an 8 yo? Also, what about refills and different projects? Any help is appreciated. :lurk5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
higginszoo Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 My 12 year old got the Hearthsong one 2-3 years ago, and has done lots of projects with it. She still uses it from time to time, and might be close to outgrowing it if she did more weaving, but she does more knitting and is learning to crochet. As far as refills, she just uses regular yarn of varying thicknesses, though she does find the thicker yarns work best. Hobby Lobby, and even Wal-Mart usually have plenty for her to choose from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trabug Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Has your daughter done any weaving before? Try making a cardboard loom or using a potholder loom if not. Then this is an excellent upgrade. You may want to see if a local yarn/knitting shop carries them as they may offer free advice and lessons (sometimes free, usually not). That is also a great place to buy refill supplies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrganicAnn Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 There are other threads on looms. But here is a recent one. http://www.welltrainedmind.com/forums/showthread.php?t=319997&highlight=loom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted October 31, 2011 Author Share Posted October 31, 2011 http://www.woolery.com/store/pc/home.asphttp://halcyonyarn.com/ These will keep you busy for the rest of your life... :D Oooooh! I don't know if I should thank you or not! ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susancollins Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Hi, My mom is a retired art teacher and artist, She weaves on a loom and does pottery. My daughter is getting this for Christmas from her. It is a great loom at a wonderful price. http://www.ebay.com/itm/LITTLE-QUICK-WEAVER-C-RIGID-HEDDLE-LOOM-/230693011844?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35b6600184 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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