How to Use the Ricks Beading Loom

beadaholique.com - In this video, learn how to use the Ricks Beading Loom, which differs from a traditional beading loom, leaving you with only two warp threads when your project is finished.
Designer: Megan Milliken
You can find the supplies in this video at Beadaholique.com
The Beadsmith Ricks Beading Loom Kit For Beginners - Weave Necklaces Bracelets And More!
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The Beadsmith - Ricks Beading Loom Booklet - Includes Instructions For 5 Bracelets
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Miyuki Delica Seed Beads, 10/0 Size, 8 Grams, Opaque Red DBM0723
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NYMO Nylon Beading Thread Size D for Delica Beads White 64YD (58 Meters)
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English Beading Needles Assorted Variety Pack
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Fiskars 5 Precision Tip Scissors - Super Sharp
SKU: XTL-5700
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Beadalon Large Beading Mats - Prevent Bead Rolling 13 X 18 Inch (Set of 2)
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[@judyd.8338]

I know this is an older video, but in case the person teaching sees this, I just want to say THANK YOU! I have been watching some other people teach beading techniques lately and your video of whatever technique is ALWAYS the easiest to follow. You are a lovely teacher.

[@lindaroach4998]

Thank you, just bought this loom. Can wait till I can play on it

[@cindiwoodruff]

You're an excellent teacher on the tutorials, so clear, without excess confusing words. Thanks.

[@Daneeldrgn]

I love this loom! So easy to use too.

[@jabug28]

No...omg hell no. You people who can do this, you all have a level of patience that I will never achieve. You also have much respect from me. Wow...just...wow.

[@michaelprescott2709]

i may invent one that is easier

[@jancole6961]

this is EXACTLY what i was looking for! got my loom and could NOT figure out the written directions. Thank you for taking the time to share the how to!!! :)

[@ephemerabluetit335]

Same here. The directions are so poorly written; we confused the assembly and warping portions of the instructions because they share not one but both pages! Are you kidding me?!?!

[@jillam7039]

Just got the Little Ricky look. The written instructions are terrible and the company doesn’t respond to messages . This tutorial was a lifesaver. Thanks so much

[@angeliquenicolas2375]

Hi Megan! Thank you so much for making this video. This is going to be my next item to buy. Will post pictures of my finished projects when done! You're a gem!

[@elizabethvallely4044]

Like the idea that you done have all those thread seem to make it a bit easier! Thank you for showing how to use the Rick loom great video!!! Liz...

[@loisstockall3234]

Excellent! Thank you so much for making this video!

[@kimmycu]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you!

[@marybehaylo4154]

Perfect much needed directions! Thank you! 💐

[@beadaholique]

Thanks for watching!

[@jannyb55]

Awesome! Thank you I have ordered one!

[@SherryGardner13]

I made my own loom about 4 years ago. But I can see how this one is totally superior! it takes me a few hours to tie off all my ends and sew them back through my work so I don't have to have a backing on my bracelets. Even when I do back my bracelets, it takes a lot more time than just having two warp ends instead of the 40+ (between two ends) and wastes a whole lot less thread. the only question I would have is how to round off the ends. (decrease the warp at each end to round off the ends.

[@WesleyVanderwesthuyzen]

awesome thanks for the tutorial

[@loxieshillingstad1801]

Awesome loom and very informative video - what s great idea - I’ve seen these looms, but had no idea how they worked - wow, saves time and frustration!

[@beadaholique]

We are glad to hear this video helped. : )

[@ephemerabluetit335]

The frustration isn't eliminated, just a different type.

[@neesiedavis4062]

I think you should put in the warp separator before you space the warp threads close together. It makes it easier to put the separator in when the warp threads are far apart.

[@mallorikerr4092]

I tried the silicone ring adjusters but that was a big flop. I'm going to try tiny jump rings to keep my loops from running together and the ring adjuster cut just long enough to keep my project from shifting on the top bar.

[@VioletSkye19]

I’ve been looking at videos & reading reviews of all the different looms available, at the beginning I was really leaning towards one of these as they seem very popular and I love the idea of not having to finish off heaps of threads, but one thing has totally put me off investing in one, and they are much more costly than a lot of looms available - why on earth would they not at least put serrations into the little bars to keep the threads separated ? I honestly don’t understand why it seems every single loom has the built in separators but this one has decided to make keeping them separate a torment on people and I can imagine the amount of people getting crossed over threads and/or loosing tension. 🙈 I think I’ll spend my money on a cheaper loom and spend the surplus $$ on beads ! Still a great tutorial as always girls 👍

[@beadaholique]

You can find other looms here www.beadaholique.com/jewelry-making-tools/bead-looms?stock=1

[@adonmu5834]

True, but I guess serrations will make it a bit harder to slide the rods after you finish beading, as the beads will be a bit tighter then.

[@ephemerabluetit335]

@@adonmu5834 true, but the rows of beads need to be tight with this method-very frustrating.

[@harleybronson843]

Instablaster

[@lorrainebrooks6934]

I was just curious if it could be done. Thanks

[@PastelScoops]

Just bought a Rick's beading loom on clearance at Hobby Lobby today for $10, so thank you for this video!! I'm not good at following paoer instructions for crafts.

[@beadaholique]

Yes, this loom is great for a clean finish. I don't think it would work as well for doing a tapered end, though. You fill the whole warp with weaving for this loom.

[@mallorikerr4092]

I love this loom. The other is sitting in my craft corner pouting.

[@leilanilogan40]

Clean finish? How do you push the beads out to the ends without making your pattern wonky?

[@evy-annstrand8010]

If you only want to make bracelets, is the Little Ricky loom to prefer than the big one?

[@rbhhaner6151]

I just received my 1st. Ricks loom for christmas. I'm used to the other style where it has the spring separators on the warp rods. It's been many years since I've used a loom but I look forward to relearning how to craft on this again.

[@beadaholique]

Welcome back to the craft, hope you love your loom!

[@rbhhaner6151]

@@beadaholique I do like it. It's a bit teadeous to string up but been after a new one for 2 years now...

[@beadaholique]

@@rbhhaner6151 Glad you finally got it. Stringing it up isn't our favorite part either, but the results are great, and practice can make the boring parts go a bit faster

[@rbhhaner6151]

@@beadaholique lol your so true.

[@rbhhaner6151]

@@beadaholique let's say I'm making a wide wrist band... #11 seeds. Do you show how to connect hanging beads off the sides and clasis on the ends???. Much appreciated.. It's been prob 20 years or so

[@beckyj5875]

Will a separator card work for the baby loom?

[@sandy7395]

What is the best way to add thread, when I am working on a longer piece?

[@Bloopie666]

Resting the beads on the needle makes it a little easier to line the beads up onto the thread.

[@beadaholique]

That's a good tip, thanks!

[@marystoddard9138]

Out of all the bead looms I'd pick Julianna's bead loom. It's more user friendly. Saying this, she needs to make it out of a hard rubber. The one she has breaks to easy.

[@MichellesHandmadeCreations]

Darn, I already spent my limited funds on an old fashion wire frame loom. Oh well. At least I know this and the Little Ricky are available for when I'm a bit more flush with funds. TFS.

[@leilanilogan40]

I'd stick with the wire loom anyways. This one has a ton of extra steps

[@lauracarswell6820]

The videos that I watch show wrapping the warp threads from one side to the other , but I find it easier to wrap the warp threads from the inside to the outside of my desired size of work, Is there a reason to the way it is wrapped??

[@reginewelch8052]

This was a great video, I've watched it twice...BUT...it was hard to see the detail of what you were doing w the thread (wrapping it on the frame and holding the first set of beads) because the white thread blended in with the tabletop or sponge mat. If you could find it in your heart to record a new one with black material under the loom/over the table I just know it would make things a lot clearer. Still, I thank you very much for taking the tune to record this.

[@beadaholique]

Thank you for the feedback, it's a good thing to keep in mind.

[@rickigrandbois5494]

much better then the usual loom... also is there a video on how to weave a clasp onto a piece using this loom?

[@beadaholique]

We do not currently have a video on that, no. We have a video showing how to use a Miyuki Slide End if you're using Delica beads. Otherwise, it's just a matter of weaving through and attaching your clasp to the end of the work. It would vary based on the size of your work and the style of clasp that you choose.

[@r.rouchonimages7419]

would be a good idea to for a video

[@journalwithrach7611]

Hi! I was just wondering, do the warp threads stay in place and keep tension better than the Beadsmith Metal Loom? Because I’ve been using that one for a while but my strings constantly get loose and it’s very frustrating. I’d really appreciate any help thank you!❤

[@michaelprescott2709]

can this accommodate 31 size 11 seed beads 194.4 mm x 509mm

[@SheilaLandry]

Thank you for this video. Do you have any type of video how to use this loom if you want a piece that is not squared off on the ends? For example, a diamond shape where maybe there are two beads at both ends graduating to say eight beads in the center of the piece? Anything like that would be helpful. Thank you for your time.

[@beadaholique]

That is a good question. We have not done anything like that before. You may be able to combine different beading methods. Maybe using a square stitch to taper the end. See the following link for square stitch decreases. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lamwgISqad2KeM0

[@SheilaLandry]

Thank you. I will give it a try. :)

[@lunasmall7955]

That white bead was sneaky

[@tabithagracejones]

I was wondering what size beads they suggest using on this loom? Also, what size/measurement is the warp rod?Love all your videos.Tabitha Grace

[@beadaholique]

You can use a variety of bead sizes on this loom and our designers have personally used 8/0, 10/0, and 11/0 beads. We have also seen other sizes used. The rod itself is 4.5" but the interior working area is 3 inches.

[@kate4121]

I’m near the end of my project and NOW see I have a twisted warp thread! Any way to fix this?

[@underthewillowtree98]

Can you do tapered ends with this loom?

[@beadaholique]

Hi! I have never tried to taper with this loom, I think you would need to experiment a bit.

[@fstremblaygoban]

What size thread do you use with 11/0delica beads on this loom?

[@beadaholique]

For 11/0 seed beads we recommend needle sizes 11 and smaller, and Nymo thread sizes O, B & D.

[@leilanilogan40]

Oh hell no. I thought this loom was supposed to be better or easier. But there are so many extra steps!!! And the end...? How do you push them out without making your pattern wonky?

[@lorrainebrooks6934]

I have a question about any beading loom. I want to make a headband, but I want to use power cord elastic or some kind of beading elastic. Should I use the elastic for warp and weft threads?

[@beadaholique]

I have never used elastic with a beading loom. I don't think it would work very well, because you would have to pull it very tight to work with it, and then it would bunch when you removed it from the loom. I would recommend using regular beading thread for the beaded piece, and then adding in a short piece of elastic at the back to make it stretchy.

[@PACERGIRL68]

I made a stretch bracelet using elastic and it came out great!! I was so excited. Use the elastic on the warp threads and use regular beading thread to weave your beads as normal.

[@lorrainebrooks6934]

PACERGIRL68 I might give that a try. All it can do is not work for me right, lol. Still learning, one thing I learned, won''t use Nymo thread anymore. Wood beads either.

[@PACERGIRL68]

You have to experiment, because that is the only way you will learn. Don't pull the warp tight. Just warp the loom like you are using regular thread and don't pull it tight. I would use 4 lb monofilment if you want to try the wood beads again because it will not get snagged. If you ever do use Nymo again, don't use it for the warp just the weft and use the monofilment for the weft so it does not stretch out of shape. Good luck and have fun with it. I have all kinds of "ideas" that did not turn out the way I saw them in my mind. Have fun !!

[@lorrainebrooks6934]

PACERGIRL68 Me too with the ideas. Now I try to put everything on paper first. If I can get it to work on graph paper, it should work on the loom, I hope.

[@collier106]

how do I add new thread when I run out before the bracelet is done?

[@beadaholique]

Check out our video "How to Tie Off and Add New Thread in Bead Weaving" at: www.beadaholique.com/t-video-How-to-Tie-Off-and-Add-New-Thread-in-Bead-Weaving.aspx?KZbin& to see how to do that.

[@BAK_Visuals]

I am wondering how I would make a long piece like a 24" hatband

[@noeraldinkabam]

Brian Krueger you can make your own loom as long as you want or in two pieces.

[@ephemerabluetit335]

@@noeraldinkabam . It has to be in two pieces. This loom is limited to 12 inches.

[@janetmenchyk9778]

is the possible with 11.0 delica?

[@beadaholique]

You can certainly use 11/0 Delica beads with this loom. Thanks for watching!

[@alaac714]

For a 1x1 inch square of 11/0 delica beads, how many beads this loom will require for one inch length and one inch wide ?

[@beadaholique]

Approximately 17 beads make up an inch, so you would 289 beads per square inch. Here is a link to our 11/0 delicas: beadaholique.com/search?type=product&q=delica%2011%2F0&_=pf&pf_t_size=0-Size%3A11%2F0&pf_t_style=0-Style%3ADelica&pf_st_availability=true

[@hmmngbrd972]

I need instructions on how to put it together. Mine came in a box and I can't find how to assemble it

[@cclay3808]

I’m confused about the “tail” of the thread. Somehow mine is part of the first row? It’s connected

[@emasgijak1328]

Where and how to buy your ricks loom board?

[@beadaholique]

We sell the Ricks loom in our online store here: beadaholique.com/products/beadsmith-ricks-beading-loom-kit-for-beginners-weave-necklaces-bracelets-and-more We now also sell an unassembled version which is less expensive. It's the same as the loom shown in the video but you put it together yourself: beadaholique.com/products/beadsmith-ricks-beading-loom-kit-weaves-necklaces-and-bracelets-unassembled

[@jamingammy6817]

Has anyone ever tried a thin wire on any of the loons?

[@il89876]

were to buy it

[@beadaholique]

You can get the BeadSmith Ricks Beading Loom Kit here: www.beadaholique.com/p-46481-beadsmith-ricks-beading-loom-kit-for-beginners-weave-necklaces-bracelets-and-more.aspx?KZbin& You can get the supplies featured in our videos on Beadaholique.com's website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video.

[@sheiladenise6678]

This looks to complicated for me.

[@jeanwilcox3464]

How are you finishing this ?

[@beadaholique]

Here is a link on how to finish loom work: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2TEZYavotyJfdk

[@ls8330]

how do you figure out the length of a pattern if you have 100 rows?

[@beadaholique]

You would usually determine how long you want your finished piece to be and then adjust a pattern to fit that length, not the other way around. But if you do want to figure it out that way, you'll need to do a test piece to see how many rows fit in 1 inch of weaving. Then divide 100 by that number and it will give you the finished length in inches.

[@ls8330]

Thank you

[@sylvananjujoerame5931]

Where can i buy the book

[@beadaholique]

The booklet shown in the video comes with the loom.

[@beadaholique]

@beadaholique beadaholique.com/products/beadsmith-ricks-beading-loom-kit-for-beginners-weave-necklaces-bracelets-and-more

[@beadaholique]

You can get Ricks Beading Loom Booklet on our website. The links for the supplies in this video are located in the video description underneath this video. We also have a video on "How to Do Square Stitch Bead Weaving".

[@marieazrak1951]

Can you peyote stitch on this?

[@beadaholique]

No, peyote stitch is an off-loom style. While peyote patterns and loom patterns are similar and easily confused at a distance it's not possible to make a peyote pattern on a loom.

[@clarissabowers6514]

I did not get a instruction guide with my loom

[@beadaholique]

Hi Clarissa, sorry to hear the guide wasn't included with you loom, it should have been. If you purchased it from us at Beadaholique could you e-mail our customer service team at [e-mail] and let them know? We'd like to help make sure you get everything you need.

[@stevecoster322]

I don't think that they could have made this more complicated... the blue plastic curving frame is great in comparison...duh.

[@laurasantero5481]

these videos are great sin are not in Italian offi

[@Zisa001]

if you use for example 40 beads in the width you never get the needle in with the eye first ... and I also do not like the space between the beads...

[@lauradrew6481]

this loom is fantastic at saving time as you only have the two warp and weft threads to weave in, instead of...up to hundreds! the main downsides are you have to know exactly how long your piece is going to be before you start, and there is only a few inches width to use (so bracelets only, no bead tapestries/ purses etc.). if you want to taper the ends you have to do it afterwards, off the loom, which is a bit of a pain.i wouldn't recommend it as someones only loom,but for bracelets its great.

[@leilanilogan40]

This looks like a nightmare compared to my simple wire loom. So many extra steps. I'll take extra threads any day

[@alikc25]

It Look Hard to do.

[@hunybeeee]

Geez, could they have made this any more complicated?

[@michaelprescott2709]

i dont use that but i would like to modify that

[@renukagajaria2674]

Where to find this frame ?

[@dicktrim8343]

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[@user-qf9ni9li8p]

Здравствуйте. Премного буду Вам благодарна, если пустите текст на русском для девочки 7 лет. Чтобы она сама читала. Спасибо

[@beadaholique]

Hi, sorry to say we don't know any russian speakers who can translate this video. If anyone can provide Russian subtitles we'd be happy to upload them to this video.

[@beadaholique]

@Brian Krueger We've got a video showing how to attach pieces together for longer projects kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGSQaoSgbbCoiLM

[@duanevigue1603]

Delica beads suck. They look like a plastic tube thats been cut. Real sead beads are rounded and look WAY better than Delica beads which are flat.

[@leilanilogan40]

Lol. They ARE basically cut from a tube. Both delicas and rounds are seed beads. They're just two different styles. Delicas give a more refined detailed look where as rounds can look cheap or elementary

[@deborahadele9920]

This is the most ridiculous loom I’ve ever seen.

[@leilanilogan40]

Omg right? So many extra steps!

[@beadaholique]

In the instruction booklet that comes with the loom, it does address that issue. It says "...Simply make the project in sections and stitch the sections together using the square stitch technique, making sure your pattern matches at the stitch point." Square stitch should work fine for this, it would be a nice neat join.