Loom Knit Stripes in the Round – Without the Jog

February 19, 2019 Comments: 5

Loom Knit Straight Stripes on a Circular Loom – Jogless

Do you ever get those weird, crooked lines when you loom knit stripes? There is an easy solution to that pesky problem. I answer the question with a short 3 minute video. I really like this fix for my Comfort Dolls project, for hats and of course for those of you that like making socks.

Note that this is episode 6 in the, Tell You Tuesday series that I started this year. To watch some of the past episodes: Click HERE

To watch click the video above.

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Knit Teardrop Earrings On Any Knitting Loom

February 16, 2019 Comments Off

Loom Knit Teardrop Earrings

Have you ever wanted accessories to match your hat, scarf, shawl or whatever knitted item you planned to wear? Here is a quick and fun project for a pair of earrings you can make with the leftover scarp yarn from your hats and scarves. How cool is that?

Below is the list of supplies and scroll down for the video.

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Tiny Sheep Pattern on a Round Knitting Loom

February 12, 2019 Comments: 6

Loom Knit the Tiny Sheep Pattern Video

I have been wanting to make a tiny sheep pattern for years. I’ve been caught up in so many winter projects I have not had the time to knit a toy. Early this month I stopped knitting the hats and scarves in order to knit a little lamb that I hope you will love as much as I do. Another thing to consider is that you can make your tiny sheep in any color which means you can use up your scarp yarn. Make it more unique by adding or subtracting the number of rows on each section.

By the way, I will be using my little guy as a pin cushion. That makes it a great gift for kids and gown-up. Join this project with the Tiny Chicks for an Easter gift or keep it around as I work my way to finishing a Nativity Set.

The pattern video is below. Let me know in the comment section any thoughts or questions.

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Top Ten Stitches for Beginners

February 5, 2019 Comments: 6

Best Loom Knitting Stitches for Beginners

I often get asked what are the best stitches for beginners. In the above video is my list of the top ten. Some are a bit more difficult than others but I believe all are worth taking the time to learn them.

Recommended Videos:
Knit Stitches 4 Versions Loomahat.com/knit-stitch
How I Start My Stitch Patterns:Loomahat.com/start-my-stitch-patterns

Is There 2 Versions of the eWrap

January 29, 2019 1 comment

Is There 2 Versions of the Loom Knitting eWrap Stitch ?

Is there 2 versions of the eWrap stitch? The question was asked on Facebook. The answer is yes and no. But the solution is a substitute. Watch the video and see if you agree. Feel free to comment or recommend a different solution.

Click the picture above for a link to a short video.

For a Link to the Video: Click HERE

Yarn Project Organizer & Workbook Review and Giveaway

January 24, 2019 Comments: 119

Yarn Project Organizer & Workbook by Kristen Mangus

I received the brand new Yarn Project Organizer & Workbook by Kristen Mangus from GoodKnit Kisses. For some of us nothing else needs to be said. But for those that need more information I have tried to break down for you. I will tell you whats included, how I used it, what I like best and what I would change. Lastly I will give an overall rating of the book.

I will give 2 copies of the book, thanks to my Looma Sista Kristen. I am using Rafflecopter to randomly pick 2 winners. Find that all the way at the end of the post.

TO PURCHASE YOUR COPY: Click HERE and HERE

TO WATCH THE VIDEO: Click HERE

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How to Choose a Cast-on or Cast-off

January 22, 2019 Comments: 12

Choose a Cast-on or Bind-off for Your Project

This is Episode 4 of the Tell You Tuesday Series.

There are MANY options for starting and ending your project. This video will explain my method for choosing. See the video above.

Below is a list of the recommended videos and a link to the patterns in the video.

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Tell You Tuesday the New Series

January 13, 2019 Comments: 42

Ask me a Question Today I’ll Tell You Tuesday

If you have questions put them in the comment sections and I will answer some of them on Tuesdays. Not all questions will be answered, sorry I wish I could but I will choose those that are mostly asked across social media and this web-page.

Those that don’t follow me on YouTube or Facebook, I’m sorry that I didn’t do this post earlier. There is a new series for January and February called I’ll Tell You Tuesday. For the details watch the video above.

To Watch the Full Series: Click HERE

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Chinese Waves Hat Pattern Video

January 12, 2019 Comments: 12

How to Loom Knit the Chinese Waves Hat on a Knitting Loom

The Chinese Waves hat is a pattern requested by my Patreon Patron Kassandra T. I thank her for the support and the inspiration. Sorry that t took me a bit longer then it should have but I think I came through. The stitch is beautiful and a lot easier than it looks. I’m especially happy that I was able to use a large gauge loom which is very important to me and that I could use the eWrap version of the knit stitch.

In this step by step video tutorial I will show you how to knit, purl and do the Slip 1 with yarn in front stitches. By the way, there is a separate video that shows how to knit the stitch flat.

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Loopy Stitch Gloves

January 5, 2019 Comments: 6

Loom Knit the Loopy Stitch Gloves on a 24-Peg Loom

The fingerless Loopy Stitch Gloves pattern video is below. I had already done a video of the stitch. Here is the video for the complete project. You can finish this one over the weekend because it’s a lot easier then it looks

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Loom Knit the Loopy Stitch

December 29, 2018 Comments: 10

Loom Knitting the Loopy Stitch Pattern

If you follow me on Instagram you know that I have been playing around with the Loopy Stitch pattern for a while now. I finally figured it out and before I post the Loopy Fingerless Gloves pattern I want you all to know how to do this really cool stitch. Watch the video all the way to the end for a preview of the gloves. I also like it for socks, scarves, boot cuffs, a little sheep and a lot of other stuff. I think it can make any project a bit more fun.

The stitch looks more complicated than it really is. One thing that I do want to tell you in advance is that it is time-consuming. Personally, I think it’s worth the extra time.

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Childs Hat on a Large Loom – The Parthenon Pattern Video

December 22, 2018 Comments: 5

Make a Child’s Hat with a Large Loom

Yes, you can use an extra-large, circular loom to make matching hats for a dad and his little mini-me. The hats fit your average adult male and a kindergartner. The trick is the yarn and the stitch, so to make this work you have to follow the instructions carefully and use supplies that match the list below.

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Loom Knit Purl in 8 Hat Pattern Video

December 15, 2018 Comments: 14

How to Loom Knit the Purl in 8 Hat AKA Not Crochet

In November the Purl in 8 Hat also known as the Not Crochet Hat and Cowl pattern was exclusive for Patreon patrons. I asked them about doing a video and many agreed for me to do a pattern video. So thanks again patrons for your generosity.

This is such a rich textured stitch which is now my favorite. I think you will agree with me. The stitch designer is Stephanie May and you can find her on Facebook and Instagram under the name, LoomaticFrindge.

Below the supply list and more information. Please note that the cowl is only available in the written PDF pattern.

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Loom Knit Chunky Mens Cowl Pattern Video

December 12, 2018 Comments: 6

Loom Knit a Chunky Mens Cowl on Any Loom

Cowls are GREAT for quick gifts and for charity. Less time and less yarn for a good-looking scarf. Not to mention, there just aren’t enough patterns for our men, so here is a Chunky Loom Knit Men’s Cowl. You can use any loom round, long, rectangular or even an S loom. You just need 24 pegs. The pattern is basically a repeat of 1 row of 2 easy stitches.

Below is a list of supplies and the step by step video tutorial. Some are optional but the bulky or super bulky yarn is not. The look of the fabric is very different by using a lighter weight yarn. The stitch makes a very lacy fabric if the yarn is light weight.

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Loom Knit Garter Stitch Hat Pattern Video

December 8, 2018 Comments: 7

Simple Garter Stitch Hat on an Extra Large Knitting Loom

This garter stitch hat is a classic. There is a really good reason for that and it’s because the garter stitch is easy to knit and it makes everything look great.

I used a super bulky yarn for a quick, warm, cozy winter wear. And, when I say super easy and super quick, I mean you can complete the pattern in 2 hours or less. I know this because I actually timed myself when I made the beige and brown hat. This makes it a great charity and gift giving pattern. By the way, the two-tones make it my favorite.

Another reason to consider the bulky yarn is the overall look of the fabric. Using a different weight will look a bit different. If you intend to use worsted weight you may need to as far as using 3 strands.

I will repeat this statement for the thousand time; be sure to watch the video completely before you start your project.

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