The Beadsmith Little Ricky Beading Loom, Two-Warp Loom,9.25 x 2.5 x 2.875 inches, Wooden, Illustrated Instructions Included, Easy Assembly, Use to Create Necklace and Bracelet Designs
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Little Ricky beading looms come in two sizes, the smaller of which should be no more than 1 1/2 inch wide. Width. I believe you could double that on the larger loom, if not a little more.
I've only used this loom to make bracelets, so I'm not sure how long it can go.
No, you're not going to be able to do that. That's not possible with Little Ricky. All of my necklaces are made by hand.
Size 12 beads are only about 3 beads wide, so it isn't very wide.
Selected User Reviews For The Beadsmith Little Ricky Beading Loom, Two-Warp Loom,9.25 x 2.5 x 2.875 inches, Wooden, Illustrated Instructions Included, Easy Assembly, Use to Create Necklace and Bracelet Designs
This loom is one of my favorites. I've always despised weaving in warp threads, of which there are only two in this project. It's a little different to set up, so I'd suggest watching some videos first to see how to get started and decide if it's right for you. It was simple to warp and adjust the tension, and it was simply enjoyable to use. And it's a breeze to complete! It's also made of wood, which I appreciate. Many looms are made of plastic and appear to be of low quality. In light of the wood construction, I believe the price is reasonable. It also disassembles quickly for storage and takes up very little room. When it arrived, I couldn't believe how small it was, but I mostly make bracelets, and it's the perfect size. Overall, this is the ideal loom for me!.
Love it! It's a lot easier to bead with this. You only have two warp threads left, but there are two more - Weft threads are the threads that run between the warp and the weft thread Prior to this, all I had was a flat board. It's simple to set up (I watched some videos and had to fiddle around with it a little), and then it's simple to use. The first row of beads takes the longest to string, but after that it's a breeze. It's also a challenge to finish the last row. Another disadvantage of this type of loom is that once you've started, you can't change the length of your project. I've started adding an extra row to my patterns that I can remove or insert as needed. The benefits of only having to worry about four threads outweigh the drawbacks. The time it takes to make something has been cut in half thanks to this loom.
This is a flimsy product for the price. The rubber endcaps are difficult to place on the thin metal rods. The warp rows had to be strung in a tight space. Maintaining tension is a challenge. If you want to weave a bracelet with smaller beads and more warp rows than shown, the warps will bunch up and even cross, making it difficult to - I was unable to do so - between the warps to get the first row of size 11 delicas. Large beads and a thicker warp might make this work better. I'm coming back. For wider bracelets, the larger Little Ricky might work, but not this smaller version.
This loom has made my life a lot easier. It's well-designed and crafted, as well as compact, beautiful, and user-friendly. I finished my first bracelet yesterday, and it was incredibly simple and quick to complete. I'm relieved that I won't have to finish all of the warp threads. br>br>For the box, I deducted a star. It is both strong and lovely. Why didn't they make it big enough to fit the loom inside? I had to do some tinkering to get the loom to fit, but it's a clumsy solution. I've attached a photo.
This was a bit of a challenge to work with. The beads did not fit after the first row, leaving a gap between the rows. Getting the first row onto the loom was excruciatingly difficult. The second one was a little more straightforward. After that, putting the rows of beads on was a breeze. Rows were too far apart, and I tried two different sizes of beads, but the result was the same.
I only have one on each end, as well as the thread on which my needle is threaded. The only difference is that when I begin, I must set it for the exact length of time I want my bracelet to be.
I bead, and this little loom is the best because it's so small and portable. However, the eye screws must be screwed in with caution. They're tiny, and if handled harshly, they can break.
It takes up little space, is simple to operate, and performs admirably.