Mountain Sun Hat w/ Brim

Designed by Pat Novak

A hat for any season with 2.5” wide brim.  Optional flower or a button may be added for accent.  Top of hat is worked in single knit on one loom for shaped top.

Loom: ‘Rotating’ Double Knit Loom, with 52 pegs

Yarn:  Lion Brand New Basic, 75% Acrylic/25% Wool, Machine wash, lay flat to dry.

175 yds per skein.  (1) skein Grass,  (¼) skein Olive, accent yarn for flower (any yarn), New yarn of stronger cord of similar color (36”).

Notions:  Loom, knit hook, crochet hook, (6-8) plastic/metal pins for sewing, darning needle

Stitches:  Open chunky Rib, Stockinette in double knit, and ewrap in single knit

Size: Fits adult with 22”-23” head circumference (above ears)

Hat is knit in 2 pieces: main hat, and added brim which is sewn on.

Abbreviations used:  aprox=approximately,        rnd(s)=round(s)

INSTRUCTIONS

Cast on in double knit with Olive yarn using stockinette cast on.  Lay anchor yarn of thick strong yarn.

Change to Open Rib set up.  (outer loom, move every other loop (L to R) to adjacent peg so that there is an empty peg between the pegs with yarn.  Continue to wrap only the pegs with loops on next circular.  Lift 2 over 2 on each hook over.  On inner loom, you will have 2 loops on each peg;  lift 1 over 1 on the hook over.

Rnds 1-4:  Work in Open Rib Stitch. (chunky rib)

Move one loop from pegs with 2 loops back to empty pegs (R to L) on outer loom.  You will now have one loop on every peg on both looms.  Cut yarn with 3” tail and tie on Grass yarn for remainder of hat.

Rnds 5-19:  Work in Stockinette stitch.  The hat should be aprox 4.5”-5″ including the hat band.

Top of Hat

Change to single knit for top of hat.

Move all inner loops to corresponding pegs on outer loom.  You will have 2 loops on all pegs on outer loom and the inner loom will be empty.  Remove the inner loom and legs.

Work hook over, one over one, so that there is only one loop on each peg on outer loom.

Decrease 1: Think of pegs in groups of 4.  Decrease peg one onto peg two, by moving first loop onto peg two.  Count 3 more pegs for that group.  Move next peg over for decrease and skip 3 pegs.  Decrease  next peg.  Skip 3.  Once you have worked around loom with this decrease, you will have one peg empty, one peg with 2 loops, and 2 pegs with one loop, for each group of 4 pegs.

Group of 4 pegs: one empty, one with 2 loops, 2 pegs with one loop.  Wrap again for one empty, one with 3 wraps, 2 with 2 wraps.  Continue with all pegs.  Ready to hook over.  Lift 2 over 1 and 1 over 1.  Leave all empty pegs empty.

Rnds 20-25:  Work these 5 rounds in ewrap and skip the empty pegs. Work the peg with 2 loops by lifting both loops over new loop. This will be 1.5”.

Decrease 2: Move the 2^nd loop in each group to next (last peg in group of 4) so that you have one loop on every other peg.

Rnds 26-32:  Work these 7 rnds in ewrap, skipping the empty pegs.

To close top of hat, cut working yarn with aprox 15” and place the yarn tail onto darning needle.  Pick up all loops and place them on the working yarn.  You can go around the pegs a 2^nd time so that the gather is very strong.  Remove the hat from the loom and carefully pull yarn to gather the remaining stitches.  Work the gathering process so that the top of hat is completely closed in.  Take the yarn to inside of hat and work some securing stitches.  Weave in ends of yarn and trim ends.

Bind off at anchor yarn with crochet hook, using 2 loop method.  Set hat aside until the brim is ready to attach.

Brim

Add the inner loom into base of loom.  Brim will be worked in double knit in one long piece.  Remember that the outer edge of the brim will be longer than the edge that is attached to hat, so you want to knit it long enough for the outer edge.  We knit aprox 36” for the brim piece.    This will be aprox 180 rows of knit, or 35″-36″. Then the inner edge will be gathered to fit circumference of hat.

Cast on 9 stitches in stockinette stitch.  Use more if a wider brim is desired.  Add anchor yarn.

Work in stockinette until brim is desired length.  It needs to be aprox 10” longer than the base of hat where it will be attached.  Once complete, bind off at both short edges.

Gather one edge of brim so that it is desired length to fit around base of hat.  You will want to gather the long edge of the brim piece with a New yarn.  It needs to be strong and twisted yarn of similar color to hat yarn.  Have New yarn about 25” long.  You may choose to leave it in the hat or remove it, just depends on colors.  Our sample was sewn with a black cord but does not show, so we left it in the hat.

Put yarn onto the darning needle and pick up each stitch on one long side of brim.  Gently pull it in as you go so you can control the ending length.  Once you have it all on the New yarn, measure it to the hat for fit.  If it fits the hat, tie the 2 ends of New yarn together and work the gather so that it is even all around and fits the size of hat band.

Sew the 2 short end of the brim together with hat yarn.

Fit the brim to edge of hat and secure in place with plastic or metal pins.  Be sure the joined short edges are placed at back of hat.

Once you have the edges together evenly, you can turn the edges to inside and sew together with matching yarn color and darning needle.  You can use part of the New yarn (stronger cord).  Try to grab only the edge stitches of both pieces for an invisible seam.  Knot the yarn when complete and weave in all yarn ends.

Working from inside of hat, sew brim to edge of hat grabbing only the edge stitches.  Once secure, remove pins and sew the short edges of brim together at back of hat.  Be sure to sew the brim to hat by stretching the 2 pieces together so the seam is smooth and not too tight. Trim all yarn tails and weave into knit.

Inside of hat after sewing.

Flower or Adornment

This adornment can be a knit or crocheted flower.  Knit a square 6 stitches X 8 rows wide, gather both edges with yarn tails to form a circular piece.  Then create a center with accent yarn of 5-6 loops.  Sew onto the brim.

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Father’s Day Loom Knits

We have prepared a list of handy projects that you can knit for Father’s Day. There is still time to knit your loved one something great! Grab a loom and get knitting!

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Projects:

Tie: using the KB Sock Loom 2

Slippers: using the KB All-n-One Loom

Golf Club Covers: using the KB All-n-One Loom

Cable Hat & Scarf: using the KB Hat Loom or All-n-One Loom

Socks: using the KB Sock Loom 2

Zippy Twisted Rope Scarf: using the Zippy Looms

2 Comments

• Michelle Yates June 5, 2019 at 4:05 pm

  Is there a video anywhere for the Zippy Twisted Rope Scarf?
• Admin June 5, 2019 at 4:09 pm

  Currently we don’t have a video for this pattern, but we do have lots of videos for individual stitches.

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Bellerose Socks

LOOM:  Sock Loom 2

YARN:  Approx 100 grams/3.5oz of worsted weight yarn.  Sample used Red Heart Chic Sheep 100 grams/3.5oz;186yds/170m; colorways Suite (blue sample) and Polo (green sample).

NOTIONS: Tapestry needle, row counter (optional), stitch markers (optional), double pointed needles to hold the stitches for closing the toe

GAUGE: 9.5 sts x 15 rows= 2″ in stockinette

ABBREVIATIONS

K=knit stitch (not the ewrap)

P=purl stitch

St(s)=stitch(es)

Rnd(s)=round(s)

k2tog=knit two stitches together, a right slanting decrease

ssk=slip, slip, knit two stitches together, a left slanting decrease

yo=yarn over

NOTES: Two sizes are provided, children (adult women). When only one set of instructions is provided, use for both sizes. Sample shows 2 sizes: children and adult women size 7.5

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INSTRUCTIONS

Set the Sock Loom 2 to 32 (40 pegs).

Leg

Cast on 32 (40) sts, prepare to work in the rnd.

Rnds 1-8: *k2, p2; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rnd 9: *k2tog, yo, p2; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rnd 10: *k2, p2; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rnd 11: *yo, ssk, p2; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rnd 12: *k2, p2; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rnd 13: *k2tog, yo, p2; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rnd 14: *k2, p2; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rnd 15: *yo, ssk, p2; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rnd 16-26: *k2, p2; rep from * to end of rnd.

Rep Rnds 9-26.

Heel

Follow instructions for desired size sock.

Sole and Instep

Continue working in the rnd in stockinette stitch (knit every stitch) until the sock measures 2 inches less than the desired length.

Toe

Follow instructions for Heel

Closing the toe

Keeping all sts from twisting, place the first 16 (20) sts onto a double pointed needle. Place the remaining 16 (20) sts onto another double pointed needle.

BO all sts using the Kitchener Stitch, as seen in the following tutorial: http://www.knittingboard.com/kitchener-stitch-page/

Weave all ends in. Block to set the stitches.

HEEL AND TOE INSTRUCTIONS

2 Comments

• Jeannette Bernard June 2, 2019 at 7:37 am

  est ce possible d avoir les patrons en Français, svp merci
  : Bellerose sock :
• Nora Michalski June 2, 2019 at 10:45 am

  Thank you so much! On disability and I also need videos, etc. This will help so much. I get yarn at Goodwill when I can. I can make gifts for my mom and until, for church as Christmas. I have a porpuse in life kinda. Thank you so much. Nora any donations would be great. LoL. Doesn’t hurt to ask.

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Skull Socks

Designed by Amanda Pratt
LOOM:  His and Her sock Loom Set, purple loom

YARN:  Paton’s Kroy Sock Yarn, 2 colors. 250 yds total. Sock weight #1. 

NOTIONS:  tapestry needle, row counter (optional), stitch markers (optional)

GAUGE: Approximately 14 sts x 21 rows = 2” in stockinette

ABBREVIATIONS

K= Flat or U stitch
p=purl
W&T = Wrap peg, and turn to knit in opposite direction. Also referred to as “Skip WYIF”
FC=Foreground color, green (color for: toe, heel, skulls, and top of cuff)
CC=contrasting color, brown

NOTES: Pattern is worked toe-up. Work will begin at the toes and move up to the cuff.

How to Mark Loom
Mark pegs to facilitate chart/graph reading: 1, 9, 17, 25, 33, 41, 49, 57 these pegs will remain background color during the skull chart on the cuff.

Suggest to swatch before starting project.
To swatch for an item in the round, it is recommended to swatch in the round. Work up a swatch that is approximately 4 inches long. Wet block (lay flat to dry). Measure gauge after swatch is completely dry.

Kitchener Cast On
https://youtu.be/tvmPk_s_nmg

INSTRUCTIONS

Using FG color, cast on using the kitchener cast on method (shown in video) on all the pegs.

To do the kitchener cast on you wrap tail of yarn around loom or use a slip knot on end peg. from there wrap working yarn around the FRONT of each peg going back and forth to create the zig-zag the area you will later tighten up for a seamless toe.

Toe

The toe is worked from peg 1-33. The 1st part of the toe is the decrease.

The decrease it done by lifting the stitch off the peg it is on and placing the working yarn behind the peg around to the front. Put the stitch back on the peg. this is abbreviated ¨W&T… ¨ the number is the peg number itself. For this project the decrease is always at the end of the row.

Adjust the width of the toe and heel by decreasing more or less for a proper fit. This pattern will decrease 11 on each side for the toe.

Decrease
https://youtu.be/vruYjz-m_co
Row 1 : K 1-32, W&T 33
Row 2 : K 32-2, W&T 1
Row 3 : K 2-31, W&T 32
Row 4 : K 31-3, W&T 2
Row 5 : K 3-30, W&T 31
Row 6 : K 30-4, W&T 3
Row 7 : K 4-29, W&T 30
Row 8: K 29-5, W&T 4
Row 9: K 5-28, W&T 29
Row 10: K 28-6, W&T 5
Row 11: K 6-27, W&T 28
Row 12: K 27-7, W&T 6
Row 13: K 7-26, W&T 27
Row 14: K 26-8, W&T 7
Row 15: K 8-25, W&T 26
Row 16: K 25-9, W&T 8
Row 17: K 9-24, W&T 25
Row 18:K 24-10, W&T 9
Row 19: K 10-23, W&T 24
Row 20: K 23-11, W&T 10
Row 21: K 11-22, W&T 23
Row 19: K 22-12, W&T 11

Increase
https://youtu.be/_Anz961p_t8
Row 17: K 12-23
Row 18: K 22-11
Row 19: K 12-24
Row 20: K 23-10
Row 21: K 11-25
Row 22: K 24-9
Row 23: K 10-26
Row 24: K 25-8
Row 25: K 9-27
Row 26: K 26-7
Row 27: K 8-28
Row 28: K 27-6
Row 29: K 7-29
Row 30: K 28-5
Row 31: K 6-30
Row 32: K 29-4
Row 33: K 5-31
Row 34: K 30-3
Row 35: K 4-32
Row 36: K 31-2
Row 37: K 3-33
Row 38: K 32-1

FOOT
https://youtu.be/UUQVr-DOFAw
The body is worked using the Flat (F) stitch.

HEEL
https://youtu.be/07PEUBjQfpM
change to foreground color.
The heel is done the same as the toe, except heel is worked from peg 63-35; the increase and decrease are 12-pegs each side.

Change to the background color “B” Brown
Row 1-10: K
Add in foreground color “G” Green

SKULL CHART

Reading a chart: https://youtu.be/XAjsVzscXWY
Row 1: B3, G3, B10
Row 2: B2, G3, B10
Row 3: B3, G3, B4, G1, B3, G1, B1
Row 4: B1, G3, B1, G3, B1, G2, B3, G2
Row 5: B1, G7, B3, G1, B1, G1, B2
Row 6: B1, G1, B2, G1, B2, G1, B4, G1, B3
Row 7: B1, G1, B1, G3, B1, G1, B3, G1, B1, G1, B2
Row 8: B1, G7, B1, G2, B3, G2
Row 9: B2, G5, B3, G1, B3, G1, B1
Row 10: B3, G3, B10
Row 11: B11, G3, B2
Row 12: B10, G1, B3, G1, B1
Row 13: B2, G1, B3, G1, B4, G3, B2
Row 14: B1, G2, B3, G2, B1, G3, B1, G3
Row 15: B3, G1, B1, G1, B3, G7
Row 16: B4, G1, B4, G1, B2 G1, B2, G1
Row 17: B3, G1, B1, G1, B3, G1, B1, G3, B1, G1
Row 18: B1, G2, B3, G2, B1, G7
Row 19: B2, G1, B3, G1, B3, G5, B1
Row 20: B11, G3, B2
repeat row 1-20 as many times as desired.

CUFF
https://youtu.be/NSjDXbOPD-g
Row 1-5: K Brown
Row 6: K – Green
Row 7-20: K2, P2 Brown

Basic Bind Off
Video: https://youtu.be/mCdQU5rkfPI
Bind off with basic bind off method. Weave all ends in.

How to Finish Cast On Edge: https://youtu.be/NO4caZh1SM4

Full Video: https://youtu.be/zhuz3c25ImQ

4 Comments

• Gun May 11, 2019 at 8:02 am

  What size sock are you making?
  It is gorgeous
• Chuck Griffin May 11, 2019 at 9:03 pm

  In the video it says these can also be done on the original sock loom, what adjustments need to be made since the original is rectangular instead of oval. Especially for the kitchener cast on.
• Pat May 15, 2019 at 1:20 pm

  HI Chuck,

  None at all. The original H & H Sock Looms had slightly larger spacing between pegs, but same peg count, so the pattern works exactly the same.
• Pat May 15, 2019 at 1:21 pm

  This is an average adult size sock.

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Aqua Stripe Blanket (42″ x 50″)

Designed by Denice Johnson

LOOM: Afghan Loom

YARN: Vanna’s Choice in Aquamarine (5 skeins) 170 yards. Vanna’s Choice in Pale Grey (5 skeins) 170 yards

NOTIONS: knit hook, sewing needle.

GAUGE: 22 stitches and 48 rows = 7

FINISHED SIZE: 42″ x 50″

STITCHES: Ewk= ewrap knit stitch, P= purl stitch, Sk1= skip 1 stitch

Lace Stitch: This lace stitch is worked over 2 pegs, then repeated for row.
-ewrap and knit over peg 1
-ewrap and knit over peg 2
-move the stitch from peg 2 and place
above the stitch on peg 1
-knit the bottom stitch over top stitch
-place working yarn in front of peg 2

NOTES

-Pattern is worked single knit, worked as a flat panel.

-The blanket will have two wavy edges,  it will not be a perfect rectangle.

-Skip the first stitch of every row to create a nice even edge.

INSTRUCTIONS

In Aquamarine color, cast on 197 pegs using ewrap cast on.

Row 1: sk1, purl row

Row 2: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 1&2 for a total of 7 rows, end on purl row.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 8: sk1, work lace stitch(97 x), end on ewk2

Row 9: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 8 & 9 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 16: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 17: sk1, purl row

Work rows 16&17 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 24: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 25: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 24&25 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 32: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 33: sk1, purl row

Work rows 32&33 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 40: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 41: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 40&41 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 48: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 49: sk1, purl row

Work rows 48&49 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 56: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 57: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 56 & 57 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 64: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 65: sk1, purl row

Work rows 64 & 65 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 72: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 73: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 72 & 73 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 80: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 81: sk1, purl row

Work rows 80 & 81 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 88: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 89: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 88 & 89 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 96: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 97: sk1, purl row

Work rows 96 & 97 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 104: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 105: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 104&105 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 112: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 113: sk1, purl row

Work rows 112 & 113 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 120: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 121: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 120 & 121 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 128: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 129: sk1, purl row

Work rows 128 & 129 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 136: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 137: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 136 & 137 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 144: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 145: sk1, purl row

Work rows 144 & 145 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 152: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 153: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 152 & 153 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 160: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 161: sk1, purl row

Work rows 160 & 161 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 168: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 169: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 168 & 169 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 176: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 177: sk1, purl row

Work rows 176&177 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 184: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 185: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 184 & 185 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 192: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 193: sk1, purl row

Work rows 192 & 193 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 200: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 201: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 200 & 201 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 208: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 209: sk1, purl row

Work rows 208 & 209 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 216: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 217: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 216 & 217 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 224: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 225: sk1, purl row

Work rows 224&225 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 232: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 233: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 232 & 233 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 240: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 241: sk1, purl row

Work rows 240 & 241 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Aquamarine, tie on Pale Grey.

Row 248: sk1, work lace stitch(97x), end on ewk2

Row 249: sk1, ewrap knit row

Work rows 248 & 249 for a total of 8 rows.

Cut Pale Grey, tie on Aquamarine.

Row 256: sk1, ewrap knit row

Row 257: sk1, purl row

Work rows 256 & 257 for a total of 8 rows.

Bind off using basic bind off method, weave in all yarn ends.

Gently tug on blanket to set the stitches.

6 Comments

• Marilyn Gruber April 25, 2019 at 8:17 pm

  The Aqua Stripe Blanket pattern is one I have been waiting for ever since I received the message from KB Looms and it was pictured as being made on the KB afghan loom. It really is such a unique look, so full of texture. Thank you Denice for sharing it. Can you explain in a bit more detail as to what you mean by a “wavy edge” and just what two edges, top and bottom? Also, “not a perfect rectangle”? Thank you, wish to make it for a gift and wonder just how the edges will look.
• Brenda April 27, 2019 at 8:19 am

  Beautiful design, Denise! I love everything about it!
• Paula April 27, 2019 at 7:41 pm

  This is so lovely — am wondering if I can use this on my KB all in one ?
• Marilyn Gruber April 29, 2019 at 12:44 pm

  Oh! This is so pretty I want to start it and have my yarn and KB Loom all ready. But, in reading over the pattern can you explain in more detail ” Tie on” I notice this s when I am to change a color……do I just tie a knot to add the new color on and when at the beginning of the row it says to skip the first stitch, do I tie on the new yarn and then bring strand on yarn to back of first peg and continue on? Will the knot show on wrong side of afghan? Thank you for help Denice and the pattern!
• Lee May 3, 2019 at 8:25 am

  Hi! I would like to make 0-3m socks or booties and I just bought “The Original fine gauge Sock Loom”. I am a bit of a beginner and the instructions are confusing to me as far as how i measure the foot and how I decide how many pegs to use. If someone could help me Id appreciate it!!

  Thank you!!
• Melissa Kendall May 3, 2019 at 6:59 pm

  I am working on this pattern.
  I am not understanding how the blanket waves on one side.
  I am on row 16 but the pattern ends on the same pegs at the row every row???
  Am I not doing something right???

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Water Lily Lace Scarf

Designed by Jenny Stark

Visualize a pond filled with gorgeous, purple water lilies. Consider how the roots are firmly planted down in the mud at the bottom of the pond where they find stability and nourishment. Sense the cool waters, cleansing and sustaining the plant. Finally, reflect on the pristine beauty of the blossom that floats above everything – a symbol of purity, renewal, and grace. May the lovely colors of these yarns and the beauty of this lace pattern bring the same calming, lifting feelings to your mind as you create it and then wear it or share it.

LOOM: KB Sock Loom 2

YARN: 2 skeins Red Heart Soft in Guacamole and 1 skein Red Heart Soft in Watercolors. Yarn weight = medium/4. 100% acrylic.

NOTIONS:  Knitting Tool, Scissors, Tapestry Needle, Tape Measure, Cable Needle

SIZE: Fits adults

SKILL LEVEL:  Intermediate

INSTRUCTIONS

Using the Guacamole color, working from left to right, cast on 36 stitches.

Rows 1, 3 & 5:  Knit all stitches.

Rows 2, 4 & 6:  Purl all stitches.

Row 7:  *Knit peg.  Wrap same peg 3 times.  Repeat from * to end of row.

Row 8: Peg 1- begin purl in bottom stitch on peg.

Drop top 3 wraps from peg.  Finish purl stitch.

*Next 6 pegs – drop the top 3 wraps from each peg.  Each peg will have a stitch on it and a long loop behind it.

Carefully place the stitches from pegs 6, 5, and 4 on the cable needle.

Drop the cable needle to the center of the loom temporarily.  Move the stitch from peg 3 to peg 6, the stitch from peg 2 to peg 5, and the stitch from peg 1 to peg 4.

From the cable needle – move stitch 4 to peg 1, stitch 5 to peg 2, and stitch 6 to peg 3.

Purl pegs 1-6.  Rep from * until the last peg.  Last peg – begin purl in bottom stitch on peg.  Drop top 3 wraps from peg.  Finish purl stitch.

Using the Watercolors color, repeat rows 1-8.

Alternate colors and repeat rows 1-8 until panel reaches desired length.  End with the Guacamole yarn.  Continuing with the Guacamole color, repeat rows 1-6 once more.

Remove the panel from the loom using the basic bind off method.  Weave in all yarn ends.  Lightly steam the scarf to relax the lace sections.

4 Comments

• Brenda April 13, 2019 at 10:23 am

  Such a lovely design, Jenny! It reminds me of a Monet painting.
• VALERIE VAUGHAN April 13, 2019 at 12:07 pm

  Looks like this will be a very complicated pattern. I will Try it (I THINK) when I get brave enough. I’m basically a newbe knitter and not that good at it.. It really is a beautiful scarf.
  Valerie
• Jenny Stark April 25, 2019 at 4:56 pm

  Thank you Brenda! The colors remind me of a Monet painting as well. Thanks for commenting. I hope you have a great day!
• Jenny Stark April 25, 2019 at 5:49 pm

  Hi there Valerie! Welcome to loom knitting. I know you will find so much enjoyment from this craft – and a bunch of new friends to boot 🙂

  One of the best things about this scarf is that it looks so complicated, but it really isn’t. It is mostly knits and purls, with a little shuffling magic on one row. I do have a video that shows how to work row 7 here:

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wLQJ3Gcevk

  and row 8 here:

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3m4NhP1PZdA

  I hope that helps. Have a great day!

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Farmer’s Market Bag

Designed by Ace Beorchia

With farmer’s market season right around the corner, now is the perfect time to make a Farmer’s Market Bag! The stitches in this pattern create a very stretchy material perfect for small and larger items alike. This is a quick knit, and you’ll be showing off your farmer’s market goodies in no time!

Tag @ace_knits on Instagram to get your Farmer’s Market Bag featured!

LOOM: KB ‘Premium’ Chunky Round Loom Set, orange loom, 48 pegs

YARN: 51 grams (approx. 83 meters) of any 100% cotton yarn; Lily’s Sugar’n Cream in “Autumn Leaves Ombre” used in sample

NOTIONS: knitting tool, tapestry needle

LEVEL: Beginner/Early Intermediate

ABBREVIATIONS

Approx – Approximately

k – knit stitch (May substitute with u-stitch)

st(s) – stitch(es)

rnd(s) – round(s)

tk – triple knit (see instructions below)

‘Triple Knit’ Stitch Instructions 

The triple knit stitch creates a lengthened stitch using one peg. To work the triple knit stitch, start by knitting the peg normally. However, rather than continuing to the next peg in the round, bring the yarn back in front of the same peg in the opposite direction (as if you were going to turn and go the opposite direction). Knit the peg again—creating the second knit on the same peg. Finally, on the same peg, turn the yarn in front of the peg in the opposite direction one last time. (The yarn should be in the same position as when you originally started the stitch.) Knit the peg one last time.

In simpler terms, knit the same stitch three times in a row—keeping the yarn in front of the peg on each knit.

INSTRUCTIONS

Skipping every other peg, cast on 24 sts and begin to work in the round. Throughout most of the pattern, only work on the live pegs (the 24 pegs from the cast on).

Rnd 1: k across entire row (24 sts)

Rnds 2-22: tk across entire row (24 sts)

Short-row Increases

Next, you will create short rows on the two sides of the bag where the handle will attach. To create the short rows, number your active pegs (1-24) and do the following:

Row 1: tk pegs 1 to 6; turn

Row 2: tk pegs 5 to 1; turn

Row 3: tk pegs 2 to 5; turn

Row 4: tk pegs 4 to 2; turn

Row 5: tk pegs 3 to 18; turn

Row 6: tk pegs 17 to 13; turn

Row 7: tk pegs 14 to 17; turn

Row 8: tk pegs 16 to 14; turn

Row 9: tk pegs 15 to 24; turn

Top of Bag

Now that the short rows are complete, use the following instructions to complete the top of the bag:

Rnd 1: k across (24 sts)

Rnd 2: e-wrap all 48 pegs. k previous 24 sts. Each peg should now have one wrap of yarn.

Rnd 3: k across entire row of 48 sts

Rnd 4: k across entire row of 48 sts

Bind off very loosely using the basic bind off method.

Strap

Cast on 8 sts.

Row 1: k across; turn

Repeat row 1 until strap is desired length. (Sample strap is 20 inches.)

Bind off using the basic bind off method.

The edges of the strap will naturally curve in, giving the straps an i-cord appearance.

Finishing

To finish the bag, first tighten the cast on row (see https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yUxTMi2Fv0 for an example).

Next, similar to finishing a hat, weave the loose end from the cast on through the 24 cast on stitches. Pull tightly to cinch closed the bottom of the bag.

Finally, using the mattress stitch, sew the handle to the bag at the top of the short row edges on both sides of the bag.

Weave in all ends.

Tip

Place something flat in the bottom of your bag to give it some width and structure.

1 Comment

• kbm April 22, 2019 at 8:32 pm

  two things
  what kind of cast on do you use?
  is this for single or double strands? using a single strand of 100% cotton yarn, it has broke on me 2 different times within a few rows of my cast on. thanks

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Moonstone Shawl

Knit by Denice Johnson

A very simple pattern with continuous rib stitch throughout. Knit in double knit with 60 double pegs. Shawl is made light and airy with the Shawl in a Cake yarn by Lion brand.

LOOM: ‘Rotating’ Double Knit Loom with 60 Peg Loom Toppers or 28″ Loom. Set up for double knit.

YARN: Lion Brand ‘Shawl in a Cake’, #4 worsted yarn. Cotton and Acrylic blend, machine wash and lay flat to dry. Color, Moonstone. 2 skeins. 950 yards. 

NOTIONS: Knit hook, crochet hook, sewing needle.

GAUGE: 3 stitches & 4 rows to 1″

FINISHED SIZE: 19.5″ wide x 65″ long

STITCHES
Rib & Stockinette

NOTES
Pattern is worked double knit as a flat panel.

INSTRUCTIONS

Cast on 60 pegs in Stockinette. Lay anchor yarn in contrast color around loom to secure stitches.

Row 1: Rib Stitch

Repeat row one until 24″ of yarn remains. Approximately 264 rows.

Bind off loosely using crochet hook. Remove from loom. Bind off loosely at cast on edge using crochet hook. Carefully remove the anchor yarn. Weave in any yarn tails.

4 Comments

• Deanna April 5, 2019 at 12:18 pm

  I’ve been wanting to make a shawl and this is perfect. Love it!
• Allison Hannam April 8, 2019 at 12:44 am

  nice
• Deanna April 13, 2019 at 10:16 am

  I have been looking for a nice shawl pattern and this is perfect. Very pretty. Thank you!
• Kathy W April 21, 2019 at 10:19 am

  The instructions sat the rib stitch, but I have seen the rib with k1, p1 or k1, p2 or k2,p2, etc. is this k1,p1 rib? Thanks!

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Baby Kala Hat and Booties

LOOM: KB Baby-Knit Looms

YARN:  Approx 120 yds of baby yarn. Sample knit with Bernat Softee Baby, Lavender.

NOTIONS: knit hook, darning needle

GAUGE: 11 sts and 16 rows = 2”

SIZE: Hat and booties recommended for 0-3 months. For hat 3-6 months, use ewrap knit stitch instead of knit stitch to create wider width.

Hat Pattern

Cast on 56 pegs, green loom, prepare to work in the round.

Round 1-5:  Purl to end of round.

Round 6-12: Knit to end of round.

Round 13-15: Purl to end of round.

Round 16:  Knit rounds until measures 6 inches from cast on edge.

Next 5 rounds: Purl to the end of round.

Next round:  Purl round and knit 2 together, take the stitch from peg 1 and place it on peg 2.  Purl these two stitches together.  Take the stitch from peg 3 and place it on peg 4. Purl these two together.  Continue in this manner, purling two stitches together all around loom.

Remove from loom: Cut yarn 12.5” long.  Now with darning needle pull each stitch off loom. After all stitches are on needle, turn the hat wrong side out and pull the yarn tight, closing up top of hat.  Weave in ends.

The cast on edge will be a little curly.  Block flat.

Bootie Pattern 

Cast on 24 stitches, purple loom, prepare to work in the round.

Round 1- 3: Purl to end of round.

Round 4-6:  Knit to end of round.

Round 7-8: Purl to end of round.

Round 9-12: Knit to end of round.

Heel:

Work heel in short-rows over the first 12 stitches.
Place a peg marker on peg 1 and peg 12.

Knit from 1-11.  W&T 12.

Knit from 11-2.  W&T 1.

Knit from 2 -10.  W&T 11.

Knit from 10-3.  W&T 2.

Knit from 3-9.  W&T 10.

Knit from 9-4.  W&T 3.

Knit from 4-8.  W&T 9.

Knit from 8-5.  W&T 4.

(Note: The following increase rows will require working all previous wraps and stitches together as one as the pegs are knit and w&t’d. This can be up to 2 wraps and a stitch worked as one.)

Knit from 5-9.  W&T 10.

Knit from 9-4.  W&T 3.

Knit from 4- 10.  W&T 11.

Knit from 10-3.  W&T 2.

Knit from 3 -11.  W&T 12.

Knit from 11-2.  W&T 1.

Pegs 1 and 12 have two wraps and the stitch. On the first round of the sole and foot, work the pegs with the extra wraps together with the stitch.

Foot: Begin working in the round once again.

Next round: knit to the end of round (be sure to pick up the wraps from peg 1 and peg 12).

Next round: knit to end.

Rep last round until sole measures 3” from back of heel, or desired length.

Toe: Repeat exact same process used for heel.

Now, take stitches off loom with darning needle, and sew the seam together with kitchener stitch.

See Kitchener stitch

2 Comments

• Deanna March 25, 2019 at 9:42 am

  This is a sweet project. Thank you for listing the amount of yardage needed to complete the hat and booties. I wish all projects would list the yardage needed as not all brands of yarn are available everywhere. It would be nice to know the amount of yarn needed to improvise with another brand of yarn.
• Pam Coleman March 26, 2019 at 1:04 pm

  Thanks for the pattern. However, I am a huge visual learner. Reading the pattern does not work for me. I need to see it done to be able to do it.

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Xs And Os Cable Headband

Designed by Renita Harvey

This headband incorporates decorative elastic for added texture and design! Give a little extra love and warmth with hugs and kisses (“Xs” and “Os” ) and it’s also wide enough to cover ears.

Pattern includes full video tutorials for both the tradition method of loom knitting cables as well as peg sharing method.

LOOM:  KB 32 Peg Loom, total 19 pegs used.

YARN: 75 yds of worsted/4 weight 80% acrylic /20% wool yarn.  Lion Brand Wool-Ease in color Blush Heather used in sample.

NOTIONS:  knitting tool, cable needle, tapestry needle, 1.5 yds ½” decorative fold over elastic, sewing thread, sewing needle

GAUGE:  19 sts x 16 rows = 2.66” in stitch pattern

SIZE:  Adult

LEVEL:  Intermediate/Advanced

ABBREVIATIONS

K – Knit stitch

P – Purl stitch

S – Slip (skip)

C4F – Cable 4 Front

C4B – Cable 4 Back

CO – Cast on

BO – Bind off

St(s) – Stitch(es)

R – row

Rem – Remain

Rep – Repeat

Approx – Approximately

SPECIAL STITCHES 

C4F – Worked over 4 stitches: Skip sts on peg 1 and 2, knit pegs 3 and 4, place sts from pegs 3 and 4 on cable needle and hold to the back, knit pegs 1 and 2, place sts from peg 1 on peg 3 and st on peg 2 on peg 4, place sts held on cable needle on pegs 1 and 2

C4B – Worked over 4 stitches: Place sts on pegs 1 and 2 on cable needle and hold to the back, knit pegs 3 and 4, move st from peg 3 to peg 1 and st from 4 to peg 2, place sts held on cable needle on pegs 3 and 4, knit pegs 3 and 4

INSTRUCTIONS

 CO 19 sts.  Prepare to work a flat panel.

R1:  *P1, K8, rep from * once, P1

R2:  Rep R1

R3: P1, C4B, C4F, P1, C4F, C4B, P1

R4 – 6:  Rep R1

R7:  Rep R3

R8 – 10:  Rep R1

R11:  P1, C4F, C4B, P1 C4B, C4F, P1

R12 – 14:  Rep R1

R15:  Rep R11

R16:  Rep 1

Rep R1 – 16, 8 times

BO

Cut working yarn leaving a yarn tail of approx. 8” to use for seaming.

Block.

ASSEMBLY

Bring the CO and BO edges together without twisting.

Using the long tail from the BO, seam the CO and BO edges together.

Weave in ends.

Cut 2 pieces of decorative elastic 20” long.

Weave the first length of elastic through the holes in the O’s on one side as shown.

Weave the second length of elastic through the other side in the same manner.

Making sure the elastic is not twisted, overlap the ends of one side of elastic by ¼” and sew using the sewing thread and sewing needle.

Repeat sewing the ends of the elastic on the other side.

VIDEO LINKS by Renita Harvey

Peg Sharing Cable Method

 Classic Cable Method

1 Comment

• Deanna March 23, 2019 at 7:22 pm

  I enjoy your patterns and I have a suggestion. I like the listing of yarns used in the sample but many of these aren’t available where I am able to shop. If there could be a note as to the total yardage needed it would be very helpful in substituting other brands of yarn. Thank you.

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Open Rib Stitch (double knit in the round)

This is a great stitch for a chunky look, and is very easy to create even for a beginner. One side of knit is chunky rib, and the other side, regular stockinette.

Sample knit with Loops and Threads, Barcelona yarn, #4.

To begin, cast on all 52 pegs in stockinette.  Then move (outer loom only) every other loop to next peg, so that one peg is empty and the next one has 2 loops. Do this all around the outer loom.

Weave in stockinette always wrapping the pegs with 2 loops on the outer loom, and on the inner loom, wrap all pegs. Be sure to keep the empty pegs empty.

This will create 3 loops on every other peg and the empty pegs stay empty. Work with loose tension.

Continue the round so that the pegs with 3 loops, now have 4 loops.

The outer loom will have 4 loops on ‘every other’ peg.

Hook over 2 loops over 2 loops on outer loom and 1 loop over 1 loop on the inner loom. Then repeat the process.

The inner loom will have just 2 loops.  Hook 1  over 1.

To create the headband above, work a total of 14 rounds in open rib stitch. A thinner or wider band can be made, depending on how many rounds are worked and desired. Bind off with basic bind off with crochet hook.

See links for additional:

Rib Stitch (dk in the round)  Alternate Rib Stitch (dk in the round)  Mock Cable Stitch (dk in the round)

5 Comments

• DJ HIXSON March 2, 2019 at 8:11 am

  NOT a beginner project
• Pat March 6, 2019 at 3:06 pm

  HI, Are you having a problem with this stitch? If so, please tell us about it as we want to make it easy for you. At what point are you having a problem and maybe we can explain it better.
  Thanks, Pat
• Sharon March 16, 2019 at 8:45 am

  I have both sizes of looms for the rotating loom and am wondering what other loom sizes or head sizes they fit. I can’t wear hats off the 36 peg loom. Prefer the 41, 48 or 60 peg looms, 1/2”.
• Pat March 17, 2019 at 11:25 am

  HI SHARON,
  The 52 peg loom makes hats about 20-21″ in circumference working in double knit. The 60 peg one will make hats up to 23-24″ depending on the yarn and stitch pattern used, in double knit. If you have other size looms, you can attach them to the base of your loom with the loom connectors. Also, you can make single knit hats by using just the outer looms of both sizes. Does this answer you questions? If not, let me know how we can help further.
• Laura M Fountaine March 20, 2019 at 2:27 pm

  It’s incredibly frustrating that there are only 4 patterns for the KB Afghan infinity loom. None are for beginners with no knitting background or experience. I’ve never knit before and the need for patterns using this loom via book, online or preferably a step by step video for very new beginners would be very much appreciated. Just one video instructional, pretty pretty please? (Begging) Can you recommend easy to learn patterns with instructions for this loom for beginners? I bought the loom, 12 rolls of yarn, but I’m at a loss. If I could easily learn just one project, I would take this loom with me everywhere and I’d probably wear it OUT! LOL. I’m a very visual person and the instructions that came with the loom were confusing for me, an extreme novice beginner. I’m anxious to start any project at all. Any recommendations would be very much appreciated. Thank you so much for reading this comment.

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Cable Stitch (double knit in the round)

Learn the Mock CABLE Stitch!

New stitch for the Rotating Double Knit Loom!

Working double knit ‘in the round’ is worked slightly different than double knit on a straight loom. The straight loom is worked to one end, and then back. In the round, the loom is worked in one direction around the loom.

The weight of the yarn and the stitch will determine the size from 20-22”.  Works great with #4 or #5 yarn. Sample knit with Red Heart Soft, Seafoam.

Rnd(s)=round(s)      st(sts)=stitch(es)

NOTES: Each cable design is 4 stitches wide.  Space between each design is 4 or 5 sts.  For headband (in photo) total 16 rounds.

Mark each set of design pegs with markers or yarn on outer loom.  Gold yarn marks the 4 peg cable stitches.

Work the cable design on the 4 stitch sections only.  After twisting the loops, wrap all pegs with stockinette stitch and hook over.

Cast on in stockinette stitch.

Rnd 1: Stockinette stitch

Rnd 2: Twist loop 1 & 2 ( place loop from cable peg 1 onto cable peg 2.  Place loop from cable peg 2 onto peg 1) and Twist loop 3 & 4 (place loop from cable peg 3 onto peg 4 and, then and place cable peg 4 onto peg 3, see photo).  Push loops down and then wrap in stockinette and hook over.

Rnd 3: Stockinette all pegs

Rnd 4: Twist cable peg 2 & 3, (place loop from peg 3 onto peg 2, and loop from peg 2 onto cable peg 3).  Wrap in stockinette and hook over.

Rnd 5: Stockinette all.

Repeat all rnds (2-5) 3 additional times. For headband above, knit a total of 16 rnds. Bind Off with basic bind off with crochet hook at loom, and at anchor yarn. Remove the anchor yarn and weave in all yarn tails.

See links for additional info and stitches:

Rib Stitch (dk in the round)  Alternate Rib Stitch (dk in the round)  Open Rib Stitch (dk in the round)

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Chickie Baby Sweater

If you have a little one to take out into the cold, you’ll love this adorable sweater with ‘Chickie’ design.

LOOM:  All-n-One Loom or 28″ Loom + extenders, 34 double stitches with 2cm spacing

STITCHES:  Stockinette, Crisscross, and Rib

YARN:  Super soft Baby Grande Alpaca  by Plymouth Yarns, 110 yds per skein.  #5 Bulky, Maroon (M) = 3 balls, Soft Green (G)=1 ball

NOTIONS:  Knitting tool, tapestry needle, crochet hook

SIZES:  Toddler size:  small (medium) Measurements are taken with sweater lying flat. All measurements are approximate.

Toddler Size, Small (Medium): Chest at underarm: 11”  (13”) Hemline at hip: 10”  (12”)  Length neck to hem  11”  (11”) Sleeve to wrist: 5” (6”)

GAUGE:  5 stitches X 6 rows=2 inches

Design of Sweater: Sleeves are raglan for comfort, front open neckline with drawstring.

This little sweater is easy to adjust since it is all knit in stockinette for the body and crisscross stitch for the hem and cuffs, and rib for the neckline.

INSTRUCTIONS

Sweater Front

Cast On 30 (34) stitches in (G) color yarn.  Lay anchor yarn.

Rows 1-4: Crisscross stitch. This border could also be done in rib stitch.

Cut the yarn with 3” tail.

Tie on main color (M).  Lay tails across stitches between rows of pegs.

Rows 5-8 (5-10):  Stockinette

Rows 9-21 (11-23):  Chickie design (12 rows)

Look at each row in chart starting with number 1 at bottom.  Your center of garment is peg #15 (16).  Tie in your accent (G) color on stitch # 14 between the rows of pegs.  Wrap peg number 12 (13) from front to back, drag the yarn over to peg # 18 (19) and wrap front to back.  Lay the accent yarn aside where you end with it.  Now start the row by weaving the stockinette stitch with main color, only skipping the pegs covered with the accent yarn.  This is how you will do each of the design rows following the scale.

Rows 22-27 (24-29): Stockinette

Neckline and sleeve shaping:

Mark the center of knitting with piece of yarn or pin.

The arm shaping will start now.

You will also start the neckline at center of sweater front.

Arm shaping:

*Row 1:  Decrease (1) stitch each end of board.  Work row.

*Row 2:  Knit one regular row.

Do these 2 *rows a total of 6 (7) times.

At neckline, twist the (4) center stitches.  (2) loops to right of center will be lifted and placed on the (2) pegs to left side of center.  The (2) loops to left of center will be lifted and placed on the (2) pegs to right side of center.  This will make the center very strong and a nice accent.

Work the 2 sides of front in 2 separate pieces.

Tie on another skein of yarn to the right side knitting at twisted stitches.

Work each side separately while doing the decrease for the sleeve shaping.

When you have completed the decrease rows ending with a regular row, you are ready to do the shoulders.

Shoulders: Bind Off 2 (3) stitches at beginning of left side, and same on end of right side. The remaining stitches are the neckline.

Neckline:

Rows 1-4:  Rib stitch for each side of front.

Bind Off loosely.  Pick up 2 loops, pull (1) thru (1).  Pick up (1) additional loop, always alternating the boards.  Do this to both sides of front of sweater.  Bind Off loosely at anchor yarn for hemline of sweater front.

Back of Sweater:

Repeat all steps as front of sweater, only leave out the design and do not separate the neckline.  Skip the neckline section, and the design section.  Work directly to shoulders, after doing the arm shaping.

Sleeve:  (knit 2)

Cast on 18 (22) stitches with accent color.  Lay anchor yarn.

Rows 1-4:  Crisscross Stitch or Rib stitch to match the sweater front and back.

Tie on main color (M).

*Row 1:  Increase (1) stitch each end.  Work row in stockinette stitch.

*Row 2:  Knit (1) row in stockinette.

Repeat these (2)* rows for 3 (4) additional times.

Arm shaping:

Decrease (1) stitch each end of loom every row until (2) stitches remain.

Bind Off.  Bind Off loosely at cuff.

Tie String:

With main color yarn and crochet hook, crochet a chain approximately 28” (30”) long.  Knot at both ends several times to form a small ball that conceals the tails of yarn.

Sewing the pieces together:

Sew the side seams of sweater front and sweater back with invisible stitch.

Sew the shoulders and neckline with invisible stitch.

Sew each sleeve from cuff to arm shaping.  Place each sleeve in sleeve openings, matching the underarm seams, and the center of sleeve to shoulder seam.  Secure these two areas with a strand of yarn.  Be sure you place the sleeve seam at underarm.

Work in the front of sweater with front of sleeve by sewing with invisible stitch.

Work in the back of sweater with back of sleeve by sewing with invisible stitch.  Make extra stitches at underarm and shoulder to secure for active little toddlers.

Front finishing:

Use your crochet hook to weave the braided piece for a shoelace up the front opening.  The center of the braid should be placed behind the twisted stitches.  Lace the braid from side to side ending with ends at top of each side of opening.

Tuck in any yarn tails with crochet hook.

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Thick & Quick Cable Mittens

Designed by Denice Johnson

Loom: ‘Premium’ Chunky Round Loom Set, 24 peg loom used. 

Yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick 90 yards (2 skeins) 

Notions: knit hook, sewing needle.

Gauge: 8 stitches & 11 rows to 3″ of pattern.

Finished Size: Adult 8.5″ around by 12″ long measured from cuff to finger tip. 

Stitches:

Ewk: ewrap knit 

P: purl

Cbl: cable

Notes:

The cable (cbl) is worked over two stitches: to create the cable, skip the first peg keeping the working yarn behind the peg, proceed to the second peg, ewrap and knit over the second peg, lift the new loop off the peg and hold with your fingers making sure not to untwist the loop, move the stitch from the first peg and place on the second peg, place the stitch you are holding on to the first peg, gently tug on the working yarn to tighten the stitches, ewrap and knit over the second peg. The cable is now complete.

INSTRUCTIONS

The left mitten is worked clockwise, the right mitten is worked counter clockwise.

Ewrap cast on 24 pegs, prepare to work in the round.

Cuff

Rows 1-5: (ewk2, p1) repeat ( ) for row

Mitten Body

Rows 6-8: (ewk2, p1) repeat ( ) for row

Row 9: (cbl, p1) repeat ( ) for row

Rows 10-12: (ewk2, p1) repeat ( ) for row

Row 13: (cbl, p1) repeat ( ) for row

Rows 14-16: (ewk2, p1) repeat ( ) for row

Row 17: (cbl, p1) repeat ( ) for row

Rows 18-20: (ewk2, p1) repeat ( ) for row

Row 21: (cbl, p1) repeat ( ) for row

Row 22: (ewk2, p1) repeat ( ) 3x, ewk15

Thumb:
The thumb is worked as a flat panel, worked over pegs 20-24 (5 pegs total).

Row 1: ewk pegs 24 to peg 20

Row 2: ewk pegs 20 to 24

Repeat rows 1& 2 for 24 rows.

Prepare to work in the round, continuing from row 22 that was worked in the round for the mitten body.

Row 23-24: (ewk2, p1) repeat ( ) 3x, ewk15

Row 25: (cbl, p1) repeat ( ) 3x, cbl, ewk 13

Row 26-28: (ewk2, p1) repeat ( ) 3x, ewk15

Row 29: (cbl, p1) repeat ( ) 3x, cbl, ewk 13

Row 30-32: (ewk2, p1) repeat ( ) 3x, ewk15

Row 33: (cbl, p1) repeat ( ) 3x, cbl, ewk 13

Row 34-36: (ewk2, p1) repeat ( ) 3x, ewk15

Row 37: (cbl, p1) repeat ( ) 3x, cbl, ewk 13

Row 38-40: (ewk2, p1) repeat ( ) 3x, ewk15

Row 41: (cbl, p1) repeat ( ) 3x, cbl, ewk 13

Row 42-44: (ewk2, p1) repeat ( ) 3x, ewk15

Adjust pattern accordingly to insure a perfect fit.

Bind off with gather bind off method.
Weave in ends.

Turn mitten inside out, using a 12″ piece of matching yarn sew up both sides of thumb from the inside of the mitten.

Set stitches by gently tugging on the cast on edge and bind off edge.

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Lacy Shimmer Hat & Cowl (double knit)

Most versatile cowl for any weather! Wear it for warmth, or just as a fashion statement. Knit in fine, lightweight yarn.

LOOM: ‘Rotating’ Double Knit Loom with 60 Peg Loom Toppers for cowl. Both are set up for double knit.

YARN: Lion Brand ‘Shawl in a Ball’, #4 worsted yarn. Cotton and Acrylic blend, machine wash and lay flat to dry. Color, Feng Shui Grey. 1 skein is enough for both cowl and hat.

STITCHES: Rib, Stockinette

NOTIONS: Knit hook, crochet hook, darning needle

SIZE: 12” x 23”, laying flat (doubled) for cowl. Hat fits 22-24” adult head.

GAUGE: 3 sts and 4 rnds=1”

INSTRUCTIONS

COWL Cast on all 60 pegs in Stockinette. Lay anchor yarn around loom to secure stitches.

Round 1: Rib Stitch

Repeat round one until knit is 12” from cast on stitches, or 50 rounds.

Bind off loosely in rib stitch with crochet hook. Remove from loom.
Bind off loosely at anchor yarn with basic bind off working one strand over one . Carefully remove the anchor yarn.
Weave in any yarn tails. Both edges should be very stretchy.
Your cowl should adapt to scrunched or rolled neck piece. It is also wide enough to be pulled up to cover your head.

HAT Matching hat is made with the original 52 peg looms. Fits adult 22-24” head.

Cast on all 52 pegs in Stockinette. Lay anchor yarn around loom.

Rounds 1-6: Rib stitch

Rounds 7-18: Stockinette for fullness around head.

Change to Rib stitch and work until the hat measures approximately 9” from cast on.
Cut yarn with about 12” of yarn tail remaining.
Move inner loops onto outer pegs, so that there are 2 loops on each of the outer pegs and the inner loom is empty.
Place the yarn tail onto darning needle. Go around loom and pick up the loops on each peg and place onto the yarn. Once the loops are all on the yarn, remove hat from loom. Gather the top of hat by pulling gently on yarn. Before pulling tight, go around the stitches again for a strong gathering yarn. Gather snuggly. Knot on inside of hat with some securing stitches. Trim and weave in ends.

Pom-pom: Start wrapping the yarn around fingers or 4” wide cardboard. Wrap approximately 100 rounds with the section of the skein of yarn to reflect the colors desired. Tie the rounds of yarn securely with a double strand of yarn with 4” tails. Once tied, these tails can be used to tie the pompom onto the hat. Cut the loops so that they are single strands.
Cut pompom to desired length and shape. Tie and knot to inside of hat. Weave in yarn tails.

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Hourglass Cable Hat

Designed by Isela Phelps

LOOM:  ‘Premium’ Chunky Round Looms, using 48 peg, 24 peg looms.

YARN:  Approx 120 yds of Super Bulky Acrylic-Wool blend. Shetland Chunky by Patons was used in sample.  75 yards used.  5 weight yarn. 75% acrylic / 25% wool.

NOTIONS:  knitting tool, tapestry needle

GAUGE: 6.5 sts x 10 rows = 2 inches in stockinette

SIZE:  Fits adults (circumference up to 21”)

LEVEL:  Intermediate-Advanced. Knowledge of cables and chart reading required.

ABBREVIATIONS

bo=bind off

cn=cable needle

co=cast on

k=knit stitch or u-stitch

p=purl stitch

rnd(s)=round(s)

st(s)=stitch(es)

BCP=see notes

FCP=see notes

INSTRUCTIONS

Cast on 48 sts join to work in the round (recommend the non-loopy e-wrap cast on method).

Link to cast on: https://youtu.be/p5KKwVZGRCc

Rnds 1-5: p1, *k2, p2: rep from * to last peg, p1.

Body

Rnds 6-38: Work Hourglass Stitch Pattern as shown on chart.

Crown

Next 2 rnds: *k2, p2; rep from * to end of rnd.

Transfer all the stitches to the 24-peg knitting loom, 2 stitches per peg.

Next 2 rnds: *k1, p1: rep from * to end of rnd.

Thread tapestry needle with yarn and finish with gather bind off method.

Basic Hourglass-multiple of 8sts

 NOTES

Back Cross (BCP): Slip 1 stitch to cn and hold towards the center of the loom (peg is now empty), knit the next peg then move this loop to the emptied peg, place the stitch from the cn on the empty peg then proceed to purl it.

Front Cross (FCP): Slip 1 stitch to cn and hold towards the front of the loom (peg is now empty), purl the next peg then move this loop to the emptied peg, place the peg from the cn on the empty peg, proceed to knit it.

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Winter Cascade Super Scarf

Designed by Amanda Pratt

LOOM:  ‘Rotating’ Double Knit Loom, using 40 double pegs

YARN:  Approximately 600 yds of worsted weight acrylic yarn. Sample used Caron Simply Soft in Pistachio, White, and Autumn Red, 200 yards each.

STITCHES: Stockinette and Ewrap

NOTIONS:  Knit hook, tapestry needle, crochet hook, row counter (optional)

SIZE: 72” x 12”

ABBREVIATIONS

 EW=ewrap, S = Stockinette Stitch,   R=Red,  W= White
G=Green, KO=Knit Off

INSTRUCTIONS

 Video: https://youtu.be/Ju3hWUHo6-U

Cast On 40 double stitches with Stockinette (40 on both inner and outer looms). Be prepared to work a flat panel.

PART 1

Row 1-3: with R, S to end of row.

Row 4-5: with W, S to end of row.

Row 6: with G, S to end of row.

Row 7-8: with W, S to end of row.

Row 9-11: with R, S to end of row.

Video: https://youtu.be/n4SK9CLGVrs

Join R and G.

Video:

Row 12: https://youtu.be/fV_gPOjJiX4

Outer loom will all be R (red) inside loom will be W (white).

PART 2

CHART (see at end of pattern)

Video: https://youtu.be/7rxeq0UfynE

Row 1: R3, W1, R3,W1,R1, W1, R3, W1, R6, W1,R6, W1,R3, W1, R1, W1,R3, W1, R2

Row 2: R5, W1,R1, W1,R1, W1,R5, W3,R3, W3,R5, W1,R1, W1,R1, W1, R5, W1

Row 7:R1, W1,R1, W1, R1, W1,R5, W1, R1, W1,R1, W1,R1, W1, R5, W1,R1, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1, R5, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1

Row 8: R1, W1, R2, W2, R3, W2, R2, W1, R1, W1,R3, W1,R3, W1,R1, W1, R2, W2, R3, W2, R2, W1,R1, W1

Row 9:R1, W1,R3, W3, R1, W3,R3, W1,R1, W1,R5,W1,R1, W1, R3, W3,R1, W3,R3, W1

Row 10:R1, W3, R1, W2, R1, W2, R1, W3, R1, W1,R1, W1,R3, W1,R1, W1,R1, W3,R1, W2, R1, W2,R1, W3,R1, W1

Row 11: R3, W3,R1, W1, R1, W1,R1, W3, R3, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1,R3, W3,R1, W1,R1, W1,R1, W3, R2

Row 12: R3, W3, R3, W3, R5, W1,R1, W1,R1, W1,R5, W3, R3, W3,R4

Row 13: R1, W1,R6, W1,R6, W1,R3, W1,R1, W1, R3, W1, R6, W1,R6, W1

Row 14: R3, W3,R3, W3, R5, W1,R1, W1, R1, W1,R5, W3, R3, W3,R4

Row 15: R3, W3, R1, W1, R1, W1, R1, W3, R3, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1, R3, W3, R1, W1, R1, W1, R1, W3, R2

Row 16: R1, W3, R1, W2,R1, W2,R1, W3, R1, W1, R1, W1, R3, W1, R1, W1,R1, W3,R1, W2,R1, W2,R1, W3, R1, W1

Row 17: R1, W1, R3, W3, R1, W3,R3, W1,R1, W1, R5, W1, R1, W1,R3, W3,R1, W3, R3, W1,R1

Row 18: R1, W1, R2, W2,R3, W2, R2, W1, R1, W1,R3, W1,R3, W1,R1, W1 , R2, W2,R3, W2, R2, W1,R1, W1

Row 19: R1, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1, R5, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1, R5, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1, R5, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1

Row 20: R1, W1,R1, W1, R3, W1,R3, W1,R1, W1, R2, W2,R3, W2, R2, W1,R1, W1,R3, W1,R3, W1,R1, W1, R2

Row 21: R3, W1,R1, W1, R5, W1, R1, W1,R3, W3,R1, W3,R3, W1,R1, W1, R5, W1, R1, W1, R2

Row 22: R3, W1,R1, W1, R3, W1, R1, W1, R1, W3,R1, W2,R1, W2,R1, W3, R1, W1,R1, W1, R3, W1, R1, W1, R1, W3

Row 23: W2, R3, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1,R3, W3,R1, W1,R1, W1,R1, W3,R3, W1, R1, W1,R1, W1,R1, W1, R4

Row 24: R5, W1, R1, W1, R1, W1,R5, W3, R3, W3,R5, W1,R1, W1,R1, W1,R5, W1

Change colors based on chart.

Repeat part 2 row 1-24, 10 more times.

Repeat part 1 row 1-11.

*color change chart*R-W, W-G, G-W, W-R, G-R, R-G, G-R, W-R, G-W, W-G, R-W

BIND OFF:

Video: https://youtu.be/WaVxtHQmS0w

Remove each stitch from the inside loom and place on the outer loom. Each peg used on the outer loom (40 pegs) will have 2 loops on it. Treat both loops as one.

Step 1:EW peg 1 and 2, KO.

Step 2: Remove loop from peg 2 and place on peg 1, KO.

Step 3: EW peg 1, KO. Move loop from peg 1 to peg 2.

Repeat Step 1-3 until 1 stitch is left.

Cut yarn at least 4 inches long. Remove last stitch from loom and pull the yarn tail through the loop. Weave in ends.

Other Help:

Full Video: https://youtu.be/3vrmOpLgQ04

Crochet cast on edge: https://youtu.be/yiooPWsOo0

Russian Join 1 color: https://youtu.be/rH38GIAg1Ss

1 Comment

• Cynthia K. January 9, 2019 at 8:08 am

  So excited to get this pattern, I enjoy all the KB Looms, when working on the free patterns if there is a chart and written directions, I try to work from the chart then double check my work with the written pattern, and in doing so, this time I found a mistake in the written pattern I want to share with others, to help save time.
  In row 17 the pattern shows a total of 41 sts there should only be 40 sts in total. The pattern shows the row ending with a R1. It should end with the W1, Only trying to help, from one crafter to another. Thank you again for the free patterns I really enjoy them. CK

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Basic Chunky Mittens

ABBREVIATIONS

k=knit stitch or u-stitch

p=purl stitch

st(s)=stitch(es)

rnd(s)=round(s)

INSTRUCTIONS
(make 2)

Cast on 24 sts, join to work in the round.

Rnd 1-18: *k2, p2; rep from * to end of rnd.

Next 18 rnds: k to end of rnd.

Remove the first 4 stitches (from pegs 1-4) off the knitting loom and onto a piece of scrap yarn. The first 4 pegs are empty.

Cast on 4 stiches with the ewrap method. K to end of rnd. (24 stitches back on the loom).

Next 25 rnds: k to end of rnd.

Bind off with gather removal method. Weave all ends in.

Thumb Instructions

Thumb is worked as a flat panel over 8 stitches as follows:

Place the 4 live stitches from the piece of scrap yarn back on the knitting loom. Leaving a 10-inch beginning yarn tail, form a slip knot and place the slip knot 2 pegs to the right from the first stitch, cast on 1, knit 4 (the ones from the project), cast on with the ewrap method. (8 sts total on the loom).

Next 22 rows: k to end of row.

Bind off with flat removal method. Cut yarn leaving a 110-inch yarn tail end.

Thread the yarn tail end through a tapestry needle. Mattress stitch seam the bind off edge of the thumb to the cast on edge of the thumb (see photo below for assistance).

Using the mattress stitch method, seam down the sides of the thumb, and down the sides.

Weave all tail ends.

2 Comments

• Lynne E Baltzer January 12, 2019 at 7:50 pm

  Are these patterns available for download, free or paid?
• Isela January 24, 2019 at 2:41 pm

  The patterns eventually are moved to this area: http://www.knittingboard.com/free-downloadable-knitting-board-patterns/

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Striped Hat/Scarf with embellishments (dk)!

Ho, Ho Ho! They will you coming in this one!!  It’s a simple hat and scarf design.  Just sew on your favorite holiday accent to embellish your garment… a fun twist to the classic hat and scarf set!

Designed by Denice Johnson

LOOM: ‘Rotating’ Double Knit Loom, with ’60 peg’ loom topper .

YARN: Caron One Pound,
Worsted weight yarn
Main Color: aprox 264 yards
Contrast Color: aprox 10 yards
White: 80 yards

NOTIONS: knit hook, crochet hook, sewing needle, Christmas accents.

GAUGE: 14 stitches and 12 rows =3″

FINISHED SIZE: Adult
Hat: 22″x 9″
Scarf: 4″ wide x 50″ long

STITCHES
Stockinette and Rib

Rib Stitch with wrapping complete

INSTRUCTIONS

Hat

In main color, cast on all 60 pegs with basic Stockinette stitch working in the round in double knit, lay anchor yarn in contrast color.

Rib Stitch with stitches hooked over

Rows 1-5: work in rib stitch

Row 6: work in stockinette stitch

Cut main color, tie on contrast color.

Row 7: work in stockinette stitch

Cut contrast color, tie on white.

Rows 8-17: work in stockinette stitch

Cut white, tie on contrast color.

Row 18: work in stockinette stitch

Cut contrast color, tie on main color.

Rows 19-28: work in stockinette stitch

Move the inner loom loops to the outer loom. The inner loom will be empty and the outer loom will have 2 loops on each peg. Lift the bottom loops over the top loops so there are only just 1 loop on each of the pegs. Remove the inner loom topper.

The remainder of the hat will be worked in single knit.

Rows 29-33: work in rib stitch (knit 2, purl 2)

Bind off by using the gather bind off method, weave in all yarn ends. Crochet the cast on edge and remove anchor yarn.

Scarf 

In main color, cast on 19 pegs with basic Stockinette stitch working as a flat panel in double knitting, lay anchor yarn in contrast color.

Rows 1-10: work in stockinette stitch

Cut main color, tie on contrast color.

Row 11: work in stockinette stitch

Cut contrast color, tie on white.

Rows 12-31: work in stockinette stitch

Cut white, tie on contrast color.

Row 32: work in stockinette stitch

Cut contrast color, tie on main color.

Rows 33-152: work in stockinette stitch

Cut main color, tie on contrast color.

Row 153: work in stockinette stitch

Cut contrast color, tie on white.

Rows 154-173: work in stockinette stitch

Cut white, tie on contrast color.

Row 174: work in stockinette stitch

Cut contrast color, tie on main color.

Rows 175-184: work in stockinette stitch

Move the inner loom loops to the outer loom. The inner loom will be empty and the outer loom will have 2 loops on each peg. Lift the bottom loops over the top loops so there are only just 1 loop on each of the pegs. Crochet the loops off in chain fashion. Crochet the cast on edge and remove anchor yarn. Weave in all yarn ends.

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Introducing…Loom Holder Connectors!

Now any loom can rotate on an elevated base!

The Loom Holder Connectors convert the ‘Rotating’ Double Knit Loom base into a Universal Loom Holder.

Kit includes: (3) loom holder connectors and (6) fabric bands (3 smaller bands are attached to the holders.  To attach wider looms, replace the small bands with the larger ones.)

How it works…

The loom holder consists of a leg connector, and a ‘tray’. Each holder connector snaps onto a leg of the rotating base.  The ‘tray’ or, top part of the connector,  holds the loom. The trays rotate around to adjust to each loom.  This allows the holders to work with various loom sizes.  The connectors are very strong and sturdy.

To begin set up, simply evaluate your loom size, and insert the 3 legs into the rotating base using either the outer, or the inner openings on base. If you are setting up a large round loom, the outer leg locations work best, and smaller looms use the inner leg locations.

Rotate the trays to best position to fit your particular loom. Now take your loom and set on top of the 3 trays. Turn and adjust the trays so that they are balanced with the rotating base. Once loom is placed comfortably on trays, simply wrap the fabric bands around loom and secure to bottom of tray.  The bands will hook over one of the knobs, located on bottom of the tray. You can use your fingers or knit hook to attach bands.

If you are working with a larger loom with wider base, for example, the afghan loom, remove the small fabric bands and replace with the larger fabric bands that come in the kit.

The connectors work to hold many loom shapes and sizes.

16 Comments

• Donna C. December 21, 2018 at 7:15 am

  WOW! This is just wonderful news. Thank you to the folks at Knitting Board!
• Jo Pellegrino December 21, 2018 at 7:40 am

  OMG!!! I had asked you if you could make a rotating loom with 36pegs, and if not, could you make something rotating to hold looms. You answered back by saying to watch for something new at the end of the year… And you did it. Actually you made 2 new items, but you made the rotating loom bigger, not smaller. But, unfortunately, I cant purchase both items because they are a little to pricy. I will not use the original loom that comes with the rotating base, so it would be a waste to purchase it. All in all, it is a terrific new concept.
• Ferne Cornell December 21, 2018 at 7:43 am

  Can the looms that are made for the rotating loom, be put on this one? I Have the orginal and just bought the new one Without the base). Was wondering if it can be put on this so that I can have 2 projects going at the same time.
• Jetta Lee Mayhew December 21, 2018 at 8:07 am

  This sounds great, what is the price of the Loom Holder connectors.? I already have the rotating double knit loom……..Jettie
• Paula Plant December 21, 2018 at 8:43 am

  I think that is awesome
• Charlene Carnaghi December 21, 2018 at 8:49 am

  I like it! I have enjoyed all the looms I have purchased over the years. This is the best idea so far. As soon as Christmas is over, I’m purchasing this!
• Susan December 21, 2018 at 9:36 am

  Wow this is awesome. Looks like it will come in handy for all KB loooms
• Meredith December 21, 2018 at 10:33 am

  Brilliant! This will help me continue to work a a blanket using the S KB loom?
• Bonnie December 21, 2018 at 11:17 am

  I have made a similar set up with some blocks on my KB rotating loom so I could use my KB orange loom, and it worked, but I seriously love what your team came up with, and would love to give these a try? Thanks to your team for always coming up with great ideas?
• Amie December 21, 2018 at 12:42 pm

  Where is the add to cart? Can’t find the option to buy….
• caroline December 21, 2018 at 4:59 pm

  This is an awesome idea! When will it be available?
• Michelle Spanjer December 21, 2018 at 6:35 pm

  Interesting
• Laurie Dobbin December 24, 2018 at 3:43 am

  Hi
  Can I use the rotating connectors on a loops and thread s loom ?
• Fran Ipsen December 25, 2018 at 2:06 pm

  Is there a round loom I can make a hat with Chunky wool.(6). Also
  is the small loom on the Rotating Loom the hat size for a baby?

  Thank you kindly

  Fran
• Shelly VanDeraa January 13, 2019 at 1:59 pm

  Do you have a bigger floor version?
  I have a set of the table top connectors.
• Marcia January 14, 2019 at 7:37 am

  Will you be selling the loom holder and connectors separately? I do not need anymore looms, but I would really love to have the holder and connectors and would purchase them immediately if they became available. Buying more looms would just be a waste of money for me as I have all I need or want. Just the holder and connectors would be wonderful.

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