How to use a knitting loom
Yarn crafts such as knitting and crochet are seeing a huge rise in popularity, with crafters all over the world creating beautiful projects for their homes and wardrobes.
And there is even a way to create beautiful knitting projects without needles – and that's by using a knitting loom.
It's a really satisfying and speedy way to build up a knitting project, and so easy to learn. If you already know how to knit, knitting with a loom is a great new yarn craft to learn.
You can pick up a knitting loom in your local craft shop – it usually comes with the hook and darning needle also required for a knitting loom project. Then all you need to do is pick your favourite yarn as usual.
How do you use a knitting loom?
To use your knitting loom, you thread your yarn around the pegs, which forms the same stitches as if you had cast it onto a knitting needle.
You can then work in the round on your loom to create round shapes like socks or hats, or back and forth to create a straight piece which can be worked into a scarf or blanket.
The work will appear out of the bottom of the loom (like a larger version of a French knitting dolly).
What can I make with a knitting loom?
There are so many options for beautiful makes with your knitting loom. It's a brilliant way to work up squares to sew together to create a knitted blanket or scarf.
Or you could use a smaller loom to quickly make socks or a hat in the round.
Knitting looms are a craft trend which has taken over the internet. Crafters across the world have been sharing their loom love on social media.
A straightforward project like a scarf is a great one to start with if you're new to loom knitting, as demonstrated by @whirlyclaire on Instagram. It creates a beautiful textured stitch which you won't get from other regular knitting stitches.
Or if you're looking for a larger project, a blanket or throw can be worked on a knitting loom, like @maestra_larissa made on Instagram. The chenille yarn used will make it such a cosy addition to a sofa or armchair!
We also love this striped blanket made on a knitting loom and shared by @craftingwithlyndsey on Instagram – it's a great way to use up scraps from other projects.
If you're a more advanced loom knitter, why not use your loom to make a pair of socks, like @jimiknits on Instagram. They're a gorgeous addition to your handmade wardrobe.
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So what are you waiting for – start a brilliant project on a knitting loom today!
Do you love knitting? Share your creations with us by tagging @primamag in your pictures on Instagram!
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