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Friday, January 10, 2014

Inkle Loom

I got an inkle loom for Christmas!!  Actually, I got the parts to make a loom out of PVC pipe, which made me so happy because A) it was fun to put together and B) it was cheap, cheap, cheap!  
**For those of you that might not be first century weaving scholars, inkle means "ribbon" or "strap" and refers to narrow bands of warp-faced fabric that are woven on a small, portable loom.  Normal weaving (to make fabric) is done on large floor looms which are not portable and can take up a lot of space.


My loom makes about eight feet of finished trim.  I've got a cute pink checkerboard pattern warped on it right now.  I'm still new at it, so it takes me a couple of hours to get it warped, and then it will take me another couple of hours to weave it.


These are some of my first bands.  I made them with regular inkle weaving, using heddle strings to create the shed.


These are my card weaving bands.  I have fallen in love with card weaving!  It's faster than regular weaving (for me) and the results are so beautiful.


I've used some of the finished trim as drawstrings for some muslin bags that I made, and I also have made some of the woven trim into headbands.  It makes great headbands!  They remind me of the non-slip headbands that I used to buy, back when I was running.


Did you guys get any fun new toys this holiday season?!

xoxo

74 comments:

  1. OMG! They are BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!

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  2. My goodness the bands are very pretty but I am a crocheter and it felt like I was reading another language. All those terms are not familiar to me but I loved that you are so creative. Maybe you could add some definitions on your posts. I may be the only one who doesn't understand the terms. You impress me all the time with your creativity.

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  3. That is awesome I've never seen anything like that

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  4. These are soooo intricate looking!!!!
    Beautiful...I learned card weaving many many years ago but don't remember any results like this. Thanks for sharing.

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  5. Cool! In college, we did weaving with the cards that you use with that loom, but we tied the string to a door knob. I never knew that people used looms to weave with them!

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  6. I have the cards but do not know how to use them. :( Where can I go to get help on learning to use them?

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    1. Hi Camille! I bought a book, by Candace Crockett, called Card Weaving that explained it really well. I had some trial and error at the beginning, but I don't think I would have figured it out without the instructions in the book. Hope this helps!
      xo Jaime

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    2. Would it still be possible to get the schematics/guidelines from you?

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  7. Jaime, is there a link I can order one from?

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    1. Hi Renee! The loom is actually my design, my husband got me 10' lengths of pvc pipe and connector elbows for Christmas! But, if you're interested I could put something together for you. Would you want measurements and a schematic to build your own (free!), or would you want me to ship you pre-cut pieces that you could assemble yourself (cost of parts and shipping)? Let me know! xo Jaime

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    2. I would like to know measurements/schematic and also how much it would cost to get the pre-cut pieces?

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    3. Jaime, I would also like the measurements/schematic to make this. It's just w\hat I've spent all day looking for! ::grin::

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    4. I also would love specs for how to build one of these myself! this is a great design.

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    5. I know this is a little delayed, but I would love the specs to build one myself. I'm just getting started, have limited space, and don't want to spend a lot of money until I decide if card/tablet weaving is something that will hold my interest. wwiley1233@gmail.com

      Thanks, Jaime

      Wayne

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  8. the measurements would be fine :)
    How have you been? I changed my old blog addy,and since winter is here I am back to crocheting LOL ,Iv posted some patternsd on my blog :)

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  9. Jaime, I can not believe I found You!! I was just trying to design this very item. Would you please share your cut measurements with me as well???

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  10. Jaime, Thank you Thank you so much! Mine is done. I am so excited to give her a whirl.

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  11. Such a lovely to see about this Inkle Loom because it's very colorful and exceptional looking as well and that's why I will order few of them within a short period of time. So please can you tell me the price of it and how you will sell this to me? Thanks

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  12. Jaime, Please I am interested in purchasing the thing and putting it together myself. When you send the parts do you also send instructions? I know increasing the cost but it would be worth it to me, I think. Otherwise what would I do? Or do you still recommend buying the book.

    I am 70 yrs old and very arthritic and love to learn new things that I can sit and do.

    Bu the way still working on my Harley Davidson afghan. Trying to even out the side edges now. Found out do the afghan stitch too loose and too tight. Probably should have practiced it first.and practiced tapestry as well. But it really is coming out so nicely. The letters look just like you picture.

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  13. Love the loom, would love to have a schematic / measurements of pipe, and list of supplies, if you don't mind. :)

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  14. Hi Jaime, are you still offering the schematics for the loom? I have been searching all over the place for a loom I could build myself. Thank you so much!

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  15. I am also interested in the schematic of the loom.

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  16. Hi Jamie! It looks like I'm not the only one who wants your loom design! It looks really nice and super portable! And your bands came out so beautiful! Your card weaving looks really good! I can't wait until I get to that level of awesome!

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  17. Halo. Please, would you please share your cut measurements with me as well??? Please, please! Sorry, but my english is not so good.

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  18. If you're still offering the measurements/schematics for the loom, I'd very much appreciate them! I'd be happy to exchange them for instructions for fabric and PVC shelving suitable for magazines or small books.

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  19. OMGoodness am I glad I found this on Pinterest...I have been looking for an Inkle Loom that I can afford...I am on a very fixed income...I just took a 3 hour class on Beginner's Card Weaving and loved it...everything sort of fell into place...I would be willing to pay for the instructions if you have any

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  20. Are you still loving your homemade loom? I've wanted to try my hand at weaving for some time now but looms are so expensive. Would you still be willing to share your design?

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  21. I would love the information about the loom dimensions: I would make mine with copper pipe since I've got some but I wonder if it can handle a TIGHT tension that would be required for tapestry weaving? I want to make several small (postcard sized) pieces.

    Thanks! :)

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  22. I would love it of you would share the instructions for the inkle loom. I was a weaver in college but have done inkle loom weaving since then. Thanks!

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  23. I'd also be interested in you schematic/parts list, please.

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  24. I would love the schematic and parts list. I am disabled and learning . thank you

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  25. I would love the schematic and parts list. I am disabled and learning . thank you

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  26. I also would love the schematic and parts list. I hope you will stil share this

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  27. Yet another request for your agendas. It is an inspired design. Thank you for sharing!

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  28. Do you have a schematic for you completely awesome loom? Gorgeous bands too!

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  29. Just stumbled across your loom on Pinterest. Love the design. I too would like the plans / schematics.

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  30. Love your loom! I made a small one out of yardsticks for beading lanyards and I'd love to make yours too. Please send the plans / materials list. Thank you so much.

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  31. I also would love to know the specifications on building one of these.
    I wonder if you would share your thoughts on using the plastic loom now that you have had it awhile and also do you think one could make a floor loom out pvc? or would that still need to be made of wood

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  32. I am also interested in the schematic for the loom. Brilliant, lightweight and looks simple to warp up. Valkyrja'sWovenWonders@gmail.com. Thanks, I live in Dublin, Ireland, so diagram only would be appreciated.

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  33. How fun that is!!! I just got a Lap Loom and I'm looking forward to using it, but this is something that intrigues me. One thing at a time!! I will be trying to get one of these together. Thanks so much for sharing!!

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  34. Oh!!! so cool I would love to have your measurment!
    I'd like to build one and offer it to my grand mother who was a "canut" wich mean a weaver in lyon, France on jacquard loom...
    excuse my english!
    bye

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  35. I am also very interested in the schematic for this loom! If they are inexpensive to make, this would be perfect for teaching the local 4H!

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  36. I would love to get the schematic for this loom. I can paypal you for whatever the fee is!

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  37. Good luck, I don't know of anyone who has gotten a response

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  38. Good luck, I don't know of anyone who has gotten a response

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  39. Hello,

    Is the measurement/schematic information still available for your PVC loom?

    I was also wondering how well the bolted section held up over time under tension. Since the yard changes direction to nearly vertical in the front, it would seem the bolts will start to flex upwards while trying to hold the bottom-front cross piece rung in place. I was considering making the two runners to the front rung solid pipe so they are less likely to flex upwards. The tensioning bolts would be moved to the bottom-rear rung behind the rear vertical pipe, as the tension force on that rung is essentially pulled directly towards the front, so the bolts would see almost no vertical deflection and thus remain straight over time. If the solid front runners (or any pipe sections) still bend under tension, the link below shows one method of filling the interior of the pipe with fiberglass rods to make it much more rigid with little added weight.

    How to Build a 40 Pound No Heat PVC Bow for Less Than $7
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmxn-nPNhY8

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  40. Are you still offering to send the pieces cut and instructions for your loom? I'm very interested.

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  41. If by chance you ever receive this comment, I too would like to have a schematic to build this inkle loom. I will purchase if you would like.

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  42. Your loom looks amazing! I'm another new weaver that's interested in your plans and/or measurements to build this inkle loom. Still available? I'm more than willing to purchase the plans.

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  43. I don't think she is checking these comments anymore.

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  44. Here is a blog with a similar loom. http://www.kazetani.org/misc-crafts/pvc-inkle/

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  45. Love the loom, would love to have a schematic / measurements of pipe, and list of supplies, if you don't mind. :)
    Is this still possible? I just see this for the first time and I like it very much. It is great!

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  46. I would like plans to your pvc inkle/card loom if possible it would fit my limited space and am really getting into card weaving right now thank you in advance
    Sincerely
    Loyann

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  47. Hello. I also would be very interested in receiving plans for your pvc inkle loom if these are still available? Thank you. Best Regards Gillian

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  48. Hi. I hope this isn’t to rude, but I’ve decided to take up a new Hobby while doing as told by the government. Stay home and isolated. At present, delivery services are still working so I would like to order parts for your lovely loom

    Can you send me the measurements/ plans if still available. I understand if you rather not after all this time

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  49. I would like the plans to the PVC Inkle Loom as well as Warping instructions. Send me the information pertaining to cost and so forth. My email is jls52139@gmail.com.

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  50. Do you still send your specs and schematic for the loom? I built one, but the warp length is limited. I would love to build
    One like yours. Dibennardo@aol.com

    Thank you!

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  51. Hello. I just saw your loom on Pinterest. Are you still willing to share the plans to make the DIY loom? I do tablet weaving on my Schacht Inkle Loom but would love more room for a longer warp. Thank you in advance! emptynest05@gmail.com

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  52. Where did you find the plans to make this inkle loom? I would like the plans and would like the site to get the plans or purchase the plans.

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  53. I too am interested in the getting instructions for making one of these. I tried to go looking because with all of these comments and requests, I thought you might’ve put it online somewhere but I can’t find it. I would really appreciate the information!

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  54. I know it’s been a long time since you’ve posted this. Have you posted the schematics/parts list somewhere? I would really appreciate getting that information. Thank you!

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  55. Jaime, I would also like the measurements/schematic to make this.
    I hope you'll read this, after the long time ago, that you posted this loom.
    If you do, please send me the measurement to my google adress
    ma.bellis.am.rhein@googlemail.com
    Thank you and have a nice and sunny day. Take care of you!

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  56. I’m interested in the measurements as well. My email is scrimp101@gmail.com

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  57. Hello! I am also interested in measurements/schematics for the PVC inkle loom. My email is nursehamster@gmail.com Thanks!

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  58. I came across your loom on Pinterest and I fell in love with the design. Can you please email the supply list and specs to me to make one myself? I’d greatly appreciate it. If you can send it, please send it to mcauliffemama@yahoo.com with a subject line reading “crochet dynamite loom specs”.

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  59. I would live to make this beautiful loom. Iwould like the parts & pattern to put together please. Hope you see this after so long a time.

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  60. Please sends info on how i can get the parts from you & put loom together. Here’s my email. joyousstamper@yahoo.com I hope you see this!

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