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one / it's cheap; I get to use up all my leftover yarn.
two / it's easy; I pick it up when I have time and let it sit when I don't.
three / it's flexible; sections can easily be pulled out or added in.
four / it's experimental; I can play around with various color combinations.
I've been using the Martha Stewart loom kit, but you can totally make one with nails and a piece of scrap wood. See more woven projects here and here.
I this is one of my favorites I have seen. I like that it’s original and not the “norm” weaving that appears on Pinterest all the time. You should put together a How-to DIY book of all the projects you’ve done. I bet it would be a hit!
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This is beautiful!
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I have been following your blog for quite some time. Love your blog and I admire the way you take on projects and complete them. I find the latter part a bit difficult 🙂 I have a twelve year old daughter who is interested in knitting and, I was wondering if the loom that you mentioned above would be good for her. She is a beginner.
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And, thank you for all the inspiration !
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Scraps or not, you always nail it with the colors you choose. This is no exception!
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I love these colors together. Weaving does look like fun!
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I love how free you are with your work– showing mistakes and all. Nice colors.
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So super gorgeous. The colors, texture, irregularity of it. Love.
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Lovely, great way to add texture!
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I am currently trying to use up a bunch of old yarn by making a latch hook rug. But if I have a lot left over I will have to try this!
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I think it would totally work for a 12 year old. I find it very easy to use. 🙂
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I LOVE the colors in this!! I have a ton of leftover yarn as well. I might have to give this a try.
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You had me at using up leftover bits of yarn! What a beautiful wall hanging. I think I may have to try my hand at one for my little bean’s future nursery. Thanks for the inspiration!
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I don’t think I’ve woven anything since my 4th grade pot holder, but this sure makes me want to start. I need something to do with my hands while I watch TV 🙂
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That’s pretty cute! I’ve never tried weaving before, but it looks like a ton of fun!
xoxo
Taylor
http://www.welcomehometaylor.com
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This is lovely! I know you’re using a kit, but I would definitely appreciate a little tutorial on DIY weaving… I am so interested in it but have no idea where to start really. Off to google search, haha.
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Elise, just came upon your blog this week and am so inspired! Your creativity excites me and makes me feel motivated to create something, anything!
I always thought weaving took a giant loom, wow, so surprised at how small projects can be accomplished with your method. Do you recommend a certain book or site to get some basic weaving skills under one’s belt? I would appreciate any info.
Happy Summer to you!
Lisa
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enJOY it 
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