[Nfb-krafters-korner] Loom gauge???
sunshine
sunshine817 at cox.net
Wed Mar 20 23:14:18 UTC 2013
I'm confusow about the gauge! I realize there are so many pegs in each size loom, but how would I know what gauges are! Are theyndumbers or something! Gosh, I fee totally confused and uneducated! Smiles! I'm learning though and I am teachable and trainable! Hahahahahaffl
----- Original Message -----
From: Blindhands at aol.com
To: nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
Date: Wednesday, March 20, 2013 3:01 pm
Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] loom knit mitered square scarf class
>
>
> In The local stores they sell only the large gauge looms. You have to go
> online to find the different gauge looms. You can get the <Martha Stewart
> adjustable loom, but don't bother with that at this point and many folks do
> not like this loom from what I have heard from the looming lists that I am
> on.
>
> Joyce Kane
> _www.KraftersKorner.org_ (http://www.krafterskorner.org/)
> Blindhands at AOL.com
>
>
> In a message dated 3/20/2013 4:29:59 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
> Terry.Powers at nih.gov writes:
>
> The loom set comes in a pack of 4, the largest has 41 pegs, 36 pegs, 31
> pegs and 24 pegs. They used to be under the name of knifty knitter, but now
> they are under another name. They should be about $12.00, if my memory is
> correct. Michaels, maybe Walmart and other craft stores should have them.
>
> Terry P.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: sunshine [mailto:sunshine817 at cox.net]
> Sent: Wednesday, March 20, 2013 3:26 PM
> To: nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] loom knit mitered square scarf class
>
> So do I ask for large gauge looms when I go to get them! Does this mean
> the pegs are bigger? Yeah, I'm sure looms can be expensive, so I'll have to
> check and see what I can come up with. I know some of my questions may seem
> elementary, but not having ever done loom knitting per se, I haven't a clue
> about them. Sorry if I'm asking questions people might thing I should just
> know! Smiles!
>
> Hugs
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Powers, Terry (NIH/NCI) [E] <Terry.Powers at nih.gov>
> To: 'List for blind crafters and artists' nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
> Date: Wednesday, March 20, 2013 1:16 pm
> Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] loom knit mitered square scarf class
>
> >
> >
> > You will only be using one loom at a time. You have looms of different
> sizes, to make, for example, hats of different sizes. There are many kinds
> of looms, after you get started, with different gages or spacings of the
> pegs. We recommend you start with the large gage looms, until you get the
> hang of looming. They are not expensive, but some of the other looms can
> get a bit pricy. It all depends what you want to make.
> >
> > Terry Powers
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: sunshine [mailto:sunshine817 at cox.net]
> > Sent: Wednesday, March 20, 2013 1:56 PM
> > To: nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
> > Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] loom knit mitered square scarf class
> >
> > I'll be looking forward to the loom knit mitered square scarf class. So
> we need two round looms? You said we need to get a set of them. I'll keep
> this message and see what I can come up with as well as the yarn you
> suggested. I'm glad the class is for beginners as well.
> >
> > Hugs
> >
> >
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: Cathy <flowersandherbs at gmail.com>
> > To: List for blind crafters and artists nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
> > Date: Tuesday, March 19, 2013 6:49 pm
> > Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] New Member
> >
> > >
> > >
> > > welcome to the list Paulette.
> > > we are like a family here. folks are so willing to help one another
> by teaching classes or offering encouragement and support to their fellow
> classmates or other members on the list.
> > >
> > > as for classes, you can check the website and click on each class to
> get details about that particular class. some are taught twice in a night,
> but not most classes. some classes are via email instead of telephone
> conference call. most classes begin at eight eastern time and run for two, three
> or four weeks. in the class description you can find out if the class is
> focused on the beginner or more advanced crafter. most classes are flexible.
> > > there will also be a supply list included for each class.
> > >
> > > I am teaching a loom knit mitered square scarf class in mid-April.
> this class as not yet been posted to the website, or list, but be on the look
> out for it. get yourself a set of round looms with loom tool, and some
> category 5 bulky weight yarn from your local craft shop or online and I will
> be happy to help you get started looming a scarf.
> > >
> > > oh yes, and that offer is good to any newbees who would like to learn
> to loom as well. its a fairly easy project and there will be a number of
> experienced loom knitters there to help out. I have somewhat of a following
> you see. <smile>
> > >
> > > Cathy
> > >
> > >
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