![]() ![]() The Afghan loom has been around for centuries and is now gaining popularity. A warp distance of one to two kilometers can be calculated by measuring and marking the frame’s two short sides. Thick wool can accommodate a warp half inch apart, whereas fine cotton requires a close warp, such as 1/4 inch or less. Depending on the thickness of the material you’re weaving with, warp threads should be as far apart as possible. A step-by-step guide to creating a blanket weaving loom. It should not take more than an hour to make your own blanket weaving loom. Weaving is one of the oldest crafts in the world, and while most of it is now done on automated looms, hand weaving is still very much alive and well. ![]() This will give you enough space to work with and will also allow you to make any adjustments if needed. However, a good rule of thumb is to get a loom that is at least twice the width of the finished blanket. There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on the size of the blanket you want to make. How Big Of A Loom Do You Need To Make A Blanket? A loom with an 18″ x 1″ setting is recommended for single and double-knit blankets, while a loom with a 28″ x 4″ setting is also recommended. The best knitting looms for single-knit blankets are the Afghan Loom, Multi-Knit Loom, or Flexee Loom (add any number of pegs for a more versatile loom). If you want to check the gauge (tension), three stitches and five rows should equal 2 inches (5 centimeters). The blanket is 45 x 60 inches (118 x 1152 cm) in size. Set the anchor yarn to bind the other end of the blanket with the anchor yarn. ![]() Make a 4 to 5 inch (10 to 12 cm) tail out of yarn. To make sure you have 2 stitches, slide the stitch onto a tool or hook. Work your way to the middle of the row by braiding over each peg with a yarn. If you’ve used five skeins of yarn or a blanket measuring five feet two inches by two feet, you can start binding the blanket off the loom. It will allow you to work the blanket on the pegs as you alternate between rows of the upper and lower end of the sheet. To make sure there’s even lengths at both ends, take a 4 to 5 foot (1.2 to 1.5 m) piece of yarn in a different color and lay it across the loom. By wrapping yarn around each other peg, you can alternate rows between the upper and lower ones. Six skeins of bulky yarn, scissors, a knitting tool, or crochet hook are all required. The steps for making a blanket on a knitting loom are shown in the video. In this article, we’ll show you how to use a knitting loom to make a simple blanket. Best of all, knitting looms are relatively inexpensive and can be found at most craft stores. With a knitting loom, you can easily create a variety of different projects, from blankets and scarves to hats and gloves. Weave in ends and block.If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at knitting but don’t know where to start, a knitting loom may be the perfect tool for you. Row 24: With A, k1, k2tog, yo, k1, k2tog, yo. Row 20: With A, k1, k2tog, yo, k1, k2tog, yo. Row 16: With A, k1, k2tog, yo, k1, k2tog, yo. Repeat Rows 12-15 until you reach 46 (142, 162, 210, 278, 370) stitches or until desired length alongside one edge, ending after a Row 15. Row 12: With A, k2, yo, k2, yo, knit to end of row. Row 9: P2, yo, p2, yo, purl to end of row. ![]() Row 8: With A, k2, yo, k2, yo, knit to end of row. Row 6: With B, k2, yo, k2, yo, knit to end of row. I’ve included a tutorial video showing this easy method. The color you are not using will be carried up the side edge. Instead of working from bottom to top edge you cast on at one corner and work increases until you reach your desired size then continue the pattern working decreases until you reach the opposite corner and bind off.Ĭhanging Color – On this striped version, you will change colors every other row. This blanket is worked corner to corner, or C2C. All measurements and stitch counts for the listed sizes are specific to the yarn listed above. This pattern can be used to make a square blanket with any weight yarn and an appropriate loom size. Kfb = Knit into the front and back of the stitchįor a refresher on loom knitting basics see the blog posts below to get started:ġ5.5 sts x 25 rows in 4” (10 cm) in stockinette stitch 1 (2, 3, 3, 4, 6) full sets needed for size. Yarn Bee Soft & Sleek Chunky (211 yds/5 oz., 193 m/142 g) in colorĬontrast A: Mustard 1 (2, 2, 3, 6, 9) ballsĬontrast B: Dark Grey 1 (2, 2, 3, 6, 9) balls Using these links cost you nothing, but helps support GKK.) (Materials list may contain affiliate links to products I used to make this project. ![]()
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