How to Build a Pin Loom | How to Use a Frame to Make a Loom

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How to Build a Pin Loom | How to Use a Frame to Make a Loom

[@whatlikeitshardd]

My mother doesn't want me to buy her anything for her birthday this year... so I'm going to make her a loom! She does a whole bunch of stuff (rug-hooking, punch needle, etc) and we've been talking about weaving lately. I'm going to follow this video and mail her a homemade loom! Thanks!

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

THAT IS FANTASTIC!!! I love it. Thanks for sharing, you made my day!

[@annieclayton2123]

Oh wow, how did you get on ?

[@arthurzackaryabrin]

Oh my gosh I was wondering what I should do with my big canvas frame I kept for 4 years already. Now it's time has finally come!!

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

😂

[@CRAFTINGAGANDMORE]

You inspired me to build my own loom. This is great for someone on a tight budget! Thank you so much!

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

You are so welcome!

[@msicky1]

I think I've found a new hobby! I loved weaving in high school...ages ago!

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Excellent!! Enjoy, I have a ball doing it!!

[@RKCALGARY]

Thank you for this and the video on how to weave. You are so right that it is fun and addictive! 🌹

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

I am glad I am not the only one with a weaving àddicition!! 😜

[@denisem1632]

Hi Thanks, this is a great idea. Im going to be on the look out for a sturdy frame now.

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sophiaduncan347]

This is amazing. And I have plenty of canvases that are on the floor looking at me now. Thank you

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Wonderful! They are such a fun project!

[@deborahthompson4073]

You are both a great team😁😁I enjoy watching your video's

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Thank you so much 😁

[@missyrubio5099]

Wonderful ideas! I love our local Stepping Stones for items needed.

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

I totally agree!

[@smollfrogyes7798]

She's a good woman she saved me today thanks for the idea

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Thanks!

[@user-tc3zb9uo3p]

I'm so thankful I found your viedo. Very easy to follow and saving me money ( pre made are so$$$$). Peace.

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Glad it was helpful!!

[@lisajarvis3820]

GENIUS

[@cardominguez8106]

Gracias!!! Desde argentina aprendiendo contigo! Thanks😘😘

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Wonderfu! Aproveitar!

[@teresavella2476]

Thank you for sharing, I’m going to try this.

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

You’re welcome. It's an easy build.

[@maribeltalamantes3166]

In Southern California, we have Goodwill, and on Thursdays, we have the $2.00 day the color of the week. We can get good frames and cheap. Great idea 💡

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

That is awesome!

[@juanhierbabuena]

super idea

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

It works great!

[@ElliesDonna14]

Thanks. On to build one ❤️

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@janeb7633]

Love it.

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Fun isn't it!!

[@Lynniescorner]

Thank you for your videos on pin looms. Lol just want I need another fiber art! But, I think this will be a good thing for my youngest daughter. Lol she's 25. But she wants me to teach her a craft. I think this may be a good idea for her. I do have a question. Does the spacing of the nails remain the same if you plan on using smaller/thinner yarn/thread, such as the size of crochet thread? All I have seen used is the 1 cm spacing. But it seems like that might be too much for crochet thread or fingering weight yarn.

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

I haven't tried one with closer nails - and I have only doubled thin thread, I haven't done thin thread by itself. I am guessing if you did 7 or 8 mm that it would make a tighter weave, but it if you did only one strand of thread, it would be pretty flimsy. HMMM? You have me wondering. I really love weaving on this loom - fast fun projects!

[@janehall2720]

I followed your instructions and bought a frame (with someone's horrible paint be number artwork) at our local thrift store. Only catch I had was that it kept breaking my drill bit. I ended up tapping a hole with my awl, then adding the nail. It is taking a long time.

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Bummer - sorry you are having trouble. Hope it gets better!

[@verajackson1849]

What is the difference between a pin loom and a regular loom? Is it for lighter weight materials or?? Love your weaving videos and I don't miss a one. Love from northern Missouri

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Glad you like the videos!! Truly appreciate your feedback! Pin looms are for string and yarn. I am working on editing a video on how to use the pin loom (hopefully will get it up this weekend). I have made a blanket out of the squares and working on a purse. Actually really fun - so start keeping your eye out for yarns and thread at the thrift store!

[@kp7032]

Do you no add the metal rods on each side to keep the weave even on the sides?

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

You weave the nails on this type of loom. I am almost ready to post a video on how to use the loom. Hopefully will get it posted soon!

[@receipesmaureenengineer2074]

Thanks for the tutorial....following your instructions, got my husband to make one for me ...it's 7×7 inches. Can you guide me as to what size cotton loops I need to buy...thank you

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Were you wanting to make it out of fabric or yarn? If you are doing fabric, small 1/4" strips would be good. If you are doing yarn, the thicker Sugars and Cream type yarn would look nice. That help?

[@zaarteestdanaportiermorvan2453]

Wow this saves a lot of money! What do the people who sell them professionally use instead of nails?

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

I don't know what they use. I'm glad you liked the video.

[@nette888]

Nice! Really helpful Kara! Do your nails have heads? Is it okay to use finishing nails coz they don't have sharp heads? Or the heads help keep the yarns from slipping off?

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

you will want to use finish nails for sure.

[@nette888]

@@DIYOnTheHouse thanks 😍

[@ggma4743]

How deep are you drilling using the 1" nails? I'm making my first from a 10x10" canvas that is only 1/2 deep. I'm thinking 1/4"?

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

I think that sounds about right!

[@olymphiamontgomery7706]

Is it possible to purchase a readymade loom made with the nails? Should the loom be made with metal rods down the sides? Would you please sell me one of yours 😔

[@leannewinslow2172]

I have not a drill suggestion please how to do also would happen maybe a 8x8 template have with regular spacing forgive please wording speech issues do have from stroke btw much do love your channel

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

I think a drill would be necessary, otherwise the wood will split. If you find a frame, maybe you could find a family member or friend who could drill the holes for you?

[@morganfalter8454]

How far apart should the nails be if I am using #4 yarn to make a weaving project?

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

I would use the same - approximately 1 cm apart.

[@JollyRose143]

What size of nails did you used? Thanks a bunch👍

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Between 1" and 1 1/2" depending on the thickness of the frame.

[@raven9955]

What size loom for a cot. And how much gap between pins please

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

For a cot??

[@zaarteestdanaportiermorvan2453]

Can I use potholder loops with the nails?

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Certainly!

[@karlahartzell2786]

Do you need an even number of nails or an odd number of nails per side??

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

It doesn't matter - just the same number on each side.

[@Daniela-uw9xu]

Bom dia 😊

[@loralou6609]

Does it have to make a square or can it be a rectangle? My frame is a 16 in x 20 in (40.6 cm x 50.8 cm). Do I just do the nails 1cm apart?

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Rectangle is fine! Nails should be even number on each side 1 cm apart.

[@loralou6609]

@@DIYOnTheHouse thank you

[@zaarteestdanaportiermorvan2453]

I like this size for placemats. Can i use potholder loops?

[@Rebelmusedesign]

What are best nails to use?

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

1" nails. At 7:00 in the video there is a view of the box of nails we used. Have fun!

[@angielewis6840]

What kind and size of nails is best to use?

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

I have used a few different sizes, 1" or so in length. I have used some with a head on them and some without -- both work fine.

[@ronnie22able]

What's the difference between a potholder loom vs pin loom?

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

The pin loom has nails all of the way around - and is for finer thread. The Potholder has nails on one side and is for thicker fiber.

[@user-ew8qx6tn1r]

What size drill bbit please❤

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Sorry I don't know the size. One size smaller than the nail being used.

[@courtneyparten6345]

Hi if I wanted to buy one of these where would I get one?

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Hmmm - I have seen a person selling looms on ebay. Maybe they have this type as well.

[@royalmaster203]

I dunno, would you please check your dimension(s),, 1cm = .4 inches, the distance on your pin loom looks to be @ 1 inch center to center, so, 1 inch would give 2.54 cm, would you please check your 1cm center to center, thanks

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

On these, I just measured mine, and the nails are 1 cm apart. Is that the measurement you were referring to?

[@MGnFF224]

How can i size it up? Looking for like full_queen size frame

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Hmmm?

[@MGnFF224]

@DIYOnTheHouse right lol. I want to be able to make huge afghans/blankets. BUT I ended up grabbing a few (3) flexee Loom sets/boxes... they're adjustable, so I'm able to make a queen/king blanket OR I can make a baby blanket, hats, towels, and other things of all different sizes. BUT I am looking to build a gigantic square/rectangle frame to be able to make blankets like the pom-pom blankets from TikTok

[@brendawilliamson4596]

How do you do your words on those

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

?

[@MsSemolady]

😍💗💓💖👍😉😉

[@elenorwiley1494]

How come those don't need a rod on the side

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Because on a pin loom, there are nails on all sides.

[@hjf2bme]

Why does it have to be square?

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

You can do a rectangle as well. But on a square one, there is a way you weave that goes on the diagonal, and I am pretty sure it would be a little tough if your nails weren't even numbered on each side.

[@andreagreen3176]

You stole my idea. Lol! I have a 30" by 40" canvas that I want to use for my loom. How far apart would I space my nails?

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

About 1/2" apart. 😃

[@Linda-gj7vb]

It would be a lot cheaper and easier to just use the stretcher bars WITHOUT buying a stretched canvas!!! You can get these the same length (say 12x12" or 10x10") or in two different lengths for a rectangle. You can glue them together once joining the bars at the corners or use a wiggle staple ("www") at the corners, out of the way of your corner nails. You can get these whatever size you want at dick blick -- be sure to get four bars the same size for the square.

[@Linda-gj7vb]

P.S. These bars are soft pine ... no broken bits to drills.

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

Wow, I hadn't thought of that. I love new ideas - thanks!

[@amethyst1826]

Oh nooooo. Wasting that canvas! If you took it off just by cutting at the back, schools and art colleges would love the canvas as it can be re-used! All those poor art students out there...

[@DIYOnTheHouse]

I hear you! Both that I have used were art work from a thrift store or a damaged one from the store. I love repurposing things. Two of our children did quite a bit of painting as kids, and the supplies sure added up!!

[@amethyst1826]

@@DIYOnTheHouse A pet hate of mine is when crafters cutting out of paper or whatever and they do it right in the middle!! We were taught to do it close to edges to keep waste to a minimum and to get as much as we could out of whatever we were doing - and I still stick by this today!!