I have been working on new designs for projects that are woven with loops on the potholder loom.
I used to dismiss them totally, but now that I have worked with high quality cotton loops, (these ones are from Harrisville Designs: Link)
I have changed my mind.
Loops have some really positive things going for them: They make a VERY sturdy fabric, which is just perfect for some projects, and they are just great for color work.
But, I really don’t recommend them as the way to teach a child or beginning weaver. I feel that starting people off with yarn is much easier. There are some challenges inherent in working with loops, and that’s why I’ve made this video.
Happy Weaving! 😀
Tottie Talks Crafts Blog 
Great tutorial! Thanks, Noreen.
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Aw, thank you so much! I had kind of fallen out of the loop on keeping up with making video tutorials, so it feels good to be back doing this again!
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Wonderful tutorial, Noreen! I was inspired so much that I visited the Harrisville Designs site and ordered a loom and the “lotsa loops”. I don’t think I’ve made one of these since I went to summer camp close to 50 years ago.
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I am so delighted, Brenda! I hope that you will have a wonderful time weaving! Happy dancing!!!! 😀
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I made lots of potholders as a kid but we weaved with our fingers. So I’ve ordered my loops and I can’t wait to really weave the way you do. So excited and everything I’ve read so far on your blog and website has been a pleasure. Just wish I had another lifetime to learn all the things I’m interested in.
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Hi Katie
I agree with you 100% ! There is so much to weave, so many wonderful things to learn! 🙂
Happy weaving!
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