Posted by cc on 2007-05-03 20:44:27
Post Subject: Bead Loom
I am new to this site but wanted to know if anyone could share a video or tell me a website to refer to that would show me how to use my Bead Loom. I want to make beaded purses and learn so much better by visual instructions. Anyone care to share? Thanks a bunch.
CC
Posted by sarabell on 2005-09-27 19:11:59
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if you're unable to find the specific pattern for your size, it really is very easy to graph it - just make as many squares wide as the amount of stitches and tall as your amount of rows and map it out. especially comes in handy when you're making up a multi-colored pattern. or making something on a bead loom....
Posted by tinstarmerchant on 2005-03-07 17:46:26
Post Subject: Bead Loom!
My bead loom just arrived today! It's just your basic metal loom complete with a gazillion seed beads. I'm going to google for patterns but does anyone here have any loom patterns they'd share? Thanks!
Posted by Katrin on 2004-08-20 01:36:47
Post Subject: Re: a few questions on knitting, from a knitting nerd.
1. how did you learn to knit? how old were you then and old are you now?
My mom tried to teach me when I was way too young to get the hang of it, and I spent the next several decades convinced I was incapable of learning the skill. I finally asked her to teach me again at age 37, and it finally stuck. It'll be two years in December.
2. knitting = nesting? is your knitting a way of getting back to simpler times?
"Simpler times," I'm not sure. It's more my way of getting in touch with the productive part of my creative side, as opposed to the imaginative part that comes up with ideas but never executes them.
3. in regards to the current resurgence in knitting, when do you think it started and why?
I'd have to do lots of thinking about sociopolitical trends and theories to come up with an answer to that, and it's just a little too late at night right now. Short answer: I like Debbie Stoller's explanation.
4. do you have a crafty group that you meet with? how often? why do you dig it?
I've been saying for years that I'd like to have a craft group, but all attempts at starting or joining one have failed. I'm still hoping to find a group that's a good fit.
5. where do you go online to discuss/learn/share your craftiness? how do these sites inspire you in ways that real life conversations don't?
Mostly just Getcrafty nowadays, and I occasionally read Craftster but don't post there. I have less time to participate in craft discussions now that I have a job. Most of the craft-related conversation I encounter in real life consists of "Oh, you're so CREATIVE! I could never do that!" or "You should sell those!" (with no idea what that entails) - one of the reasons I'd like to find a group of like-minded people.
6. is there a subversive element to knitting? a punk rock element? or simply a DIY smugness?
I'm sure there are people who approach it from all of those viewpoints. Maybe I do sometimes feel a bit smug about making things myself. But also I like to show that hey, this is just something that ordinary people can do if they want to.
7. why do you knit?
Because it's fun, a way to relax while still doing something productive. Wearing something I know I've put a lot of work into gives me a sense of accomplishment.
8. what other crafty things do you do besides knitting?
Drawing (cartooning, illustration), sewing, bead (loom) work, designing & making accessories from recycled materials
9. the future of knitting- is there one or are we just kidding ourselves?
There will always be some people who like to knit, and some who just aren't interested. I think the more we keep knitting in the mainstream and public eye, the more people will be aware of it and consider learning when they wouldn't have otherwise.
10. do you prefer to knit alone or with other people? why?
I've mostly just knitted alone, so I can't really say. I like the idea of knitting among people of various experience levels, to share knowledge with one another.
Posted by Selah on 2005-04-21 20:00:59
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I don't know if this counts but I seem to have a real problem making something I've already made once before. It bothers me because I don't develop ease with any one craft. I've made 1 stainedglass window, 1 project on the bead loom, etc. What is that, attention issues? I also hate measuring and pinning. I usually don't do either so my sewing is less than exact!
