Which loom for a beginner weaver? Rigid heddle and table loom comparison.

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@heatherjensen6518 6 лет назад

I really appreciate your videos on basics like these. You are very thorough and easy to understand. I appreciate that.

@KellyCasanova 6 лет назад

Thank you Heather, I'm happy to help!

@chattyjo1 5 лет назад

Thank you for your advice, I am learning to spin my own yarn for crocheting as for weaving, the weaving I intend to buy a loom and start up again after 20 years since I last used one though mine was only a small rigid loom ideal for small projects you have given me food for thought

@patriciastrong8813 7 лет назад

Thanks so much for taking the time to explain the pros and cons of the two types of looms. I am just starting out on my weaving journey after many years of knitting. Your video was soooo helpful. I felt like we were sitting there together discussing the differences. All that was lacking was the pot of tea to share! Looking forward to viewing your other videos.

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

Thanks Patricia, glad to be of help, and yes, a pot of tea would have been very nice!

@SuddenUpdraft Год назад

Great reviews. Several years ago I bought a lovely vintage Kessinich four shaft table loom. I’ve used it exactly once. It’s so finicky and just not fun for me. I have a 25” flip and a 10” cricket that make me happy. I wish I had gotten the 15” cricket, but the 10” is super portable.

@nancymcmullen5167 8 лет назад

Thank you for this video. I wish I had found rigid heddle weaving years ago when I learned to weave. I learned on a floor loom and had a beautiful old four shaft loom. But never used it. Warping was way too tedious for me and I never used it. After selling it last summer and buying a rigid heddle I have been weaving non-stop. For ME, the simpler the tool the more likely I am to use it. I have friends who are master weavers who love complex structure and I totally get that and their 8 shaft floor looms. (I do find some snobbery amongst weavers at the rigid heddle loom, I don't care LOL) I am so excited that there are more teachers and classes aimed at rigid heddle users. Thank you Kelly!

@KellyCasanova 8 лет назад

That is why I felt funny saying that the rigid heddle feels a bit more like a play loom, I don't want to perpetuate any snobbery, but I think the fact that I use mine all the time shows that I'm not a loom snob! :D

@elf6460 8 лет назад

I just purchased my first Rigid Heddle loom, I can't wait to get started!!!! Thank you, this video really helped me choose which one to go with (Rigid Heddle or Floor). Thank you, thank you thank you!!!

@KellyCasanova 8 лет назад

You're very welcome, best of luck!

@shelleyhcq 8 лет назад

Thankyou so much for answering my question so quickly! I like the look of both weaving looms but have decided I will almost certainly get the rigid heddle first, then I can always progress to the table loom in the future. As I previously mentioned, I did try a rigid heddle at a local craft show and felt very comfortable using it. Thanks again for your informative videos!

@KellyCasanova 8 лет назад

You're welcome Shelley, and I doubt you will regret your choice on the RHL :)

@WhoisMichelleCollie 3 года назад

I had to sell my floor loom for a table loom, my knees are bad and I thought there would be np, but couldn't bend down to put up the treadles. So please don't call the table loom not a serious loom, because a lot of people with disabilities can use the table loom.

@annesfeltedfriends 2 года назад

Very helpful video for me! I have a RHL, and I was thinking of upgrading to a table loom. However after your comments on the table loom, I have decided to continue exploring the possibilities of my RHL.

@KellyCasanova 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful to you Anne 😊

@erikafirth972 4 года назад

This was so helpful Kelly. Thank you :)

@KellyCasanova 4 года назад

Wonderful, thanks for letting me know 😊

@RedBloodyDog2023 3 года назад

Thank you Kelly. This was very helpful. I was starting to doubt my purchase of a rigid heddle (it’s still to arrive!) and this has helped alleviate my concerns

@KellyCasanova 3 года назад

Oh no, no need to doubt, I'm sure you will love it! 😀

@kbalesop 7 лет назад

Hi Kelly, This was EXACTLY what I have been looking for. Thank you so much for taking the time to explain the difference between the two types of these looms. I understood everything you said and I have a much clearer mind about which loom is appropriate for me, (the rigid heddle.) I plan to buy one on eBay/Etsy/similar so now I can watch for one on sale. I'm going to check out your other videos as well. Thank you!

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

I'm glad it helped you, best of luck in purchasing your loom!

@jenniferrichmond1009 Год назад

Thank you! I’m trying to decide which loom to get and this was a big help 😊

@KellyCasanova Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@mother2midwife 3 года назад

Loving this So Much! Thank you!!!

@KellyCasanova 3 года назад

Thank you 😊

@selenadiaz2665 2 года назад

Thank you so much. You helped me decide which loom would be best for me. Ashford Rigid Heddle loom to be delivered tomorrow ♡

@KellyCasanova 2 года назад

That's awesome Selena, you will love it!

@hilsmoore1416 4 года назад

Really helpful video. Thank you.

@KellyCasanova 4 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@kcdesignsetc 3 года назад

Thank you so much for this video. I was considering a smaller table loom with 4 shafts but I am a person who can’t focus really well sometimes and if it’s complicated I’m liable to wandering from a project. I will definitely go with the rigid heddle loom and thank you for the statement about wishing you had gone bigger. That was something I’ve had difficulty with, is deciding on the width. Some people have said it’s silly to have a big one unless you use all the space most of the time but my own personal reasoning was that if I have a smaller loom, at BEST all I could do would be double its capacity with double heddle weaving. So while a 16” can provide 32” cloth, a 32” loom could provide 64” cloth. I doubt I’d ever need anything wider than 64”.

@KellyCasanova 3 года назад

That all sounds very sensible! It's definitely worth putting time and research to ensure you make the right decision 😊

@Steve-uq7np 5 лет назад

Well done...well said

@lucyb9052 Год назад

Thank you. Very informative.

@KellyCasanova Год назад

You're welcome!

@threefivethreesix 2 года назад

Thanks heaps for the info. Just beginning my weaving journey after decades of sewing and knitting. Been looking at the Ashford site and was so undecided. Now I know to go with a wide rigid heddle and get some alternative heddles for thinner weaves. Want to weave cloth for garments.

@KellyCasanova 2 года назад

Great, glad to help!

@AlagaiBanty 8 лет назад

I'm so glad I started with the rigid heddle loom. I knew I wanted to get into weaving, but I was in a quandry about where to start, when Facebook friend posted a project she had done with hers, and a picture of the loom. I'll progress to a floor loom probably next year, but the rigid heddle loom allows me to learn the basics about yarn and weaving, and I'm trying out so many things with it! I think I'll always have it beside the floor loom, for certain projects. I also plan to get an inkle loom.

@KellyCasanova 8 лет назад

You sound just like me, I'm actually ordering a floor loom very soon and would like an inkle as well - but no one is making me give up my RHL!

@cheriesmith5140 8 лет назад

+Kelly Casanova i agree just learning and getting a rigid heddle first. There really are a ton of techniques you can do on this loom!! I figure if I can learn the concept on the rh (even if it takes longer), then I can be more creative with complex patterns on the table or floor loom in the future :)

@KellyCasanova 8 лет назад

Cherie Smith For sure!

@TheBabeslayer 5 лет назад

thanks for the post, much appreciated!

@KellyCasanova 5 лет назад

Thanks for watching! 😊

@TheBabeslayer 5 лет назад

@@KellyCasanova I have a question if you don't mind... I am looking for my first loom -- user friendly but that also has versatility to weave more complicated pieces further down the line. I like chunky textures, and would like to be able to make tapestries, scarfs, throws... Would you recommend the Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom? I'm considering the wide 48in loom.

@KellyCasanova 5 лет назад

Yes, I would - you could do all the things you want on that loom. Do you have the space for that sized loom?

@paolomh113 6 лет назад

Thank you for the explanation, I believe most people got a project in mind even before starting so I which you have shown examples comparing the looms by patterns of one can or cant achieve.

@tizzsy6056 6 лет назад

Hi Kelly, thank you so much for this. I was considering a table loom but after watching this I realise I wouldn't manage a table loom. My 70 cm (28 inch) rigid heddle is amazing, and I am stunned at how much you can do on it (having watched your videos). I don't think I need another loom.

@lutjeingonike9391 6 лет назад

Table loom of course!! More shafts..more possebilitys

@millar6070 6 лет назад

You explain every thing so well. The perfect loom for me is a 24 inch(60cm) 4 shaft countermarch loom, which I built, I do have a 36inch(90cm)4shaft jack type ,4shaft table loom and a 24inch (60cm)rigid heddle loom and a tape loom.. It's my hobby and I share work ..

@KellyCasanova 6 лет назад

That is quite a collection Andrew! I'm so impressed that you built your own loom!

@millar6070 6 лет назад

Kelly Casanova hi again, your very generous with your words thank you. But to be honest I did need a loom I could sit at. Seeing I'm short,5"7 . 😆😆😆.after hearing you speak on your health issues I understand why you like your rigid heddle loom, also the price for a new loom is xxxxy, and my flat is small. So thank you again,

@marinamartinez6886 5 лет назад

I'm a newbie and have bought a tapestry loom but also want to get a rigid heddle. Thank you for the informative pros and cons.

@larry_melindagantner6800 8 лет назад

I love your videos...thank you for taking the time and effort to put them out. Do you have any particular books on RH patterns/techniques you'd recommend?

@KellyCasanova 8 лет назад

Yes! The Weaver's Idea Book by Jane Patrick is excellent, Inventive Weaving on a little Loom by Syne Mitchell is very interesting and then there are some books that are more project/garment focused from Interweave like Simple Woven Garments, Woven Scarves, and Woven to Wear (love that one). I usually try to get a book through the library so I can have a good look at it and decide whether I want to buy. I did notice that Interweave have a sale on books at the moment...

@jameskoehn4331 7 лет назад

I have the Rigid Heddle Loom , And I also just picked up a countermach loom from a friend all i need to do is figure out how to tie up the shuddles .. lol I like the table loom over your shoulder and will be getting one of those .. Also getting into the Inkle Loom and the Tablets which i find really interesting and confusing .. Kinda like one of those brain teasers ... Really enjoy your videos .. Please speak up tho if you can hard to hear ya sometimes ... Thanx ... Happy weaving

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

You're keeping yourself very busy with weaving then, good for you! Thanks for the feedback on the video, happy weaving to you :)

@martagrisales5681 3 года назад

Muchas gracias por tan interesante video, tiene un precioso canal

@KellyCasanova 3 года назад

Gracias!

@LisaMyEclecticLife 6 лет назад

My first loom was an old 4 shaft direct tie up floor loom weaving width of 26 inches. I loved weaving on it, but my back hurt constantly from warping all the way through the piece, so for the last 2 years I have not woven anything. I am really missing weaving so I have borrowed two different RHLs and tried them out. One was a 10 inch cricket and the other one was a 24 inch Ashford. I want something I can use on a board across the arms of my recliner and the 24 inch was too big to use that way, but I want something bigger than the 10 inch cricket. I ended up ordering an 18 inch RHL from a guy on Etsy. I cannot wait to get it. I have been binge watching your videos in preparation to weave on it. I love your videos, they are very clear and have given me enough information so I feel like I will have many things to try and will not get bored using it. Thank you!!

@KellyCasanova 6 лет назад

Lisa, I think the 18 inch will be just the thing to get you up and weaving again!

@anniepower8549 7 лет назад

Really helpful appraisal of the two looms. Many thanks from a total beginner. I have finished a card loom kit for a kindle cover, and just started stringing up a simple 24 peg loom with 2/1.3 nel linen thread, as it looks tough, and is dark natural colour. I want to make a small rug but not sure what materials/yarns to use for the weft. Can you suggest anything? If I keep on with my current enthusiasm, I think the rigid heddle loom would be a good next step.

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

Hi Annie, I haven't made a rug, but cotton and wool are popular choices I believe.

@tutorsurrey 4 года назад

really useful

@KellyCasanova 4 года назад

Awesome, thanks for letting me know! 😊

@shelleyhcq 8 лет назад

Hi Kelly, I thought I'd give you an update after you so kindly did the video on choosing a weaving loom. I finally opted for an Ashford Knitters Loom 20" width. I have thoroughly enjoyed my first project, a simple scarf in an 8ply wool. The weft threads are a bit uneven but I'm sure that will improve with practice! I think cushion covers are next!

@KellyCasanova 8 лет назад

Great Shelley! If uneven weft is your only problem after a first project, you're doing fine. Next time will be better, time after that better again and before long you will be weaving like a pro. Thanks for coming back to tell me about it, I really appreciate the feedback :)

@HJKelley47 7 лет назад

Oh, how I wish this video had been available when I purchased my loom. I own the Kromski Harp Flip (24"), with an 8 dent & 12 dent heddles. I truly like the loom, however, now I wish I had purchased a 32" loom. Those floor looms are rather costly - ranging from $1,900-$3,000+, and requires space. The floor loom needs to be able to bring in finances into the home, to help pay for itself (LOL). As a new subscriber, I do appreciate your tutorials.

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

It's a tough decision for sure. I had a plan when I bought my floor loom to make it pay for itself, but it hasn't worked out that way so far - I think you would need to put in full time hours to make a real income.

@lorettaziolkowski2282 2 года назад

This was great video, thanks for the comparison. I became so frustrated working your Overshot Course with my Schacht flip loom. On this loom, when using two heddles, they become so unstable when both heddles are in the down position. This loom is not easy to work since it is missing a stationary holding notch for the second heddle's down position. Plus, you have to move the first heddle completely out of position forward in order to set the second heddle into this unsupported down position. In your Overshot Course, I was attempting to place the threaded dowel in place and as instructed both heddles are down, which allows this second heddle to move freely, crashing into the first heddle. Very frustrating, I lost it and had to stop. If I would have had a compairson between Schacht and Ashford, I would have when with Ashford. I have a smaller Ashford , two heddle loom which has the two heddle positions so correctly positioned to hold each heddle up and down at in their own place. Buyer beware of the differences in rigid heddle looms! I ended up thinking, maybe a small floor loom to replace this loom would be a good move.

@KellyCasanova 2 года назад

I do know a lot of weavers who really love their Schacht looms - they are just different. If I had one, I might have been able to figure ways around the heddle position problem and be more helpful to Schacht weavers.

@kimlyne9700 4 года назад

Which size do you wish you had instead of the 24 inch? I have a 15” loom and want a bigger one, but I’m not sure how wide to go.

@KellyCasanova 4 года назад

I would probably go with a 32" for a bit of extra width without too far to reach with the shuttle. That is, if I had space for it, which I don't! 😄

@vickistone3700 5 лет назад

which one do you find better for tapestry? I have no room for a real floor loom and upright treadle tapestry looms are no longer made. thank you

@KellyCasanova 5 лет назад

If you want a dedicated tapestry loom, have a look at this review - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-pS7CcSnVaIY.html If I was to choose between a table loom and RHL for tapestry, I would choose the rigid heddle for ease of setup, portability and they don't take up too much space.

@threearrows2248 6 лет назад

I just have to say, you seem so lovely. I really enjoy your videos 😊

@KellyCasanova 6 лет назад

Wow, well thank you so very much!

@patsywalkerronemous1691 4 года назад

Would it be wise to get a small boat shuttle for a 32 inch wide Kromski Harp Weaving Loom with it’s Stand?

@KellyCasanova 4 года назад

I don't tend to use a boat shuttle with my rigid heddle loom because the loom doesn't hold enough tension to be able to throw the shuttle like you can with a table or floor loom. It can be handy when you have a narrower width project with a finer thread and intend to pass the boat shuttle through from hand to hand rather than throw or "shoot" it across.

@janemorrow6672 5 лет назад

I actually want to stand at the loom because of back issues. Would that mean a table loom would be better for me?

@KellyCasanova 5 лет назад

Yes, absolutely, many weavers stand to use their table looms 😊

@juliewatson1110 Год назад

Hi Kelly I just want to say a big thank you for helping me decide do I go for 4 shaft or 8 on a ashford loom. I live in the uk and checked out who had them in stock and how much they cost. The cheepest place didn’t have a 32” 8 shaft online stock so I sent them a message asking roughly how long would I wait if I ordered through them. A lovly lady got back to me and said they actually have one in stock but it has a tiny mark on the outside of the castle ( she sent pics and it’s teeny tiny) and I can have it for 10% off. I feel like it’s ment to be thank you very much and I’m loving all your videos Love jxx

@KellyCasanova Год назад

It was meant to be! I absolutely love it when you can get "damaged" floor stock at a discount price, I'm so glad it worked out so well for you 😀

@thehomeplatespecial597 5 лет назад

great video. How many total looms and what kinds do you have now? I am just looking into them and dont even know what all the types are. I know they run from tiny or pot holder size or smaller on up. I saw a backstrap one. Anyway, I am trying to educate myself and you are a multi- beautiful help! Thank you so much!

@KellyCasanova 5 лет назад

I have: An Ashford Inkle Loom Ashford Sampleit Loom, 10" Ashford Rigid heddle loom, 60cm, 24" Louet David 2 Floor Loom, 90cm That's it (for now!)

@thehomeplatespecial597 5 лет назад

Kelly Casanova, lol I love how you say "for now." Thank you for the reply. You are very inspirational!

@josephsherby 7 лет назад

Hi Kelly. I was curious. What brand and dimensions is your rigid heddle loom? I'm having difficulties finding the correct size of rigid heddle and yours looks about right for me.

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

It's an Ashford 24 inch :)

@josephsherby 7 лет назад

Kelly Casanova Thanks for your quick response!

@josephsherby 7 лет назад

Kelly Casanova Another quick question, if you don't mind me asking. Is it necessary to get the wood on the loom finished or could I just leave it be?

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

Rigid heddle looms usually come raw (depends on the company though) - mine did and I left it raw. You can paint/stain them prior to assembly if you want. The table loom came with a finish.

@josephsherby 7 лет назад

Kelly Casanova Thanks again!

@juliewatson1110 Год назад

Hello Kelly. I’d like to first say thank you for your wonderful videos. Could I please ask your advice? I have a rhl and love her but I’m planning on getting a ashford table loom, I’d just like to ask would you recomend a 4 shaft or 8? I thought 8 then I can have more choice but a lady just told me 4 is better as the 8 is hard to warp ( bare in mind she is selling a 4 shaft) Thank you for your time Jxx

@KellyCasanova Год назад

Hi Julie, I don't agree that 8 shafts are harder to warp, it's just more shafts. Having said that, on my table and floor looms I rarely use 8 shafts. There is just so much you can do on 4 shafts. If you eventually want to go on to more complex patterns, then 8 shafts is a good way to go. Also, if you want to weave 4 shaft patterns double width, you need the 8 shafts. Hopefully that is food for thought, all the best with your decision 😊

@juliewatson1110 Год назад

@@KellyCasanova thank you very much. I think 8 is the way to go as you say I don’t have to use 8 and it’s more to work with in years to come. I asked ashford for there advice and they said they only do 8 shaft table loom now. I love your videos thank you very much jxx

@sallyschnitzius2660 7 лет назад

What is the name of the rigid heddle loom that you talk about first?

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

My rigid heddle loom is an Ashford 60cm :)

@yboriginal01 Год назад

Hi Kelly! I hope you’re doing well! I’m just now getting into weaving and your videos have been an invaluable well of knowledge. I’m a bit distraught at the yarn wasted too. Have you thought about using the yarn scraps on one of those little square frame looms then sewing the squares together to make a patchwork project? Would that ge a viable way to reduce waste?

@KellyCasanova Год назад

Yes, that could work (no, I haven't done it myself) depending on the lengths of yarn you have. Would definitely work for wefts 😊

@yboriginal01 Год назад

@@KellyCasanova That's awesome! I'm gonna give it a shot. I just finished my first weaving "project" like two days ago. So excited!

@louisedrummond6259 2 года назад

Kelly, I am using a Schacht Flip loom. My shed is ok when the heddle is in the front slot, but when I put it back the yarn in the holes stays on top so that weaving is impossible. I have retied the ends twice. The warp is about ten feet long. Can you give me any idea of what to do?

@KellyCasanova 2 года назад

Three things to check Louise: 1. Is your warp tension firm enough? 2. Are you placing the heddle in the correct position for a down shed? 3. Have you threaded the holes AND slots?

@melindaoliver1118 2 года назад

@@KellyCasanova For the down shed it goes all the under. The slots she is referring to are the neutral areas. I have this loom and down doesn’t have a “space” just under it.

@ladybunny9328 6 лет назад

What a great video! Thank you. I own an Ashford's Knitters loom (the big one) and I love using it. What is the name of your table loom? I think I will start dreaming of that and saving now.

@mrsbongiovi 5 лет назад

Ooh that's the loom I've been contemplating getting! I'm glad you like it - it seems so great that it's portable (and beautiful)! I've been debating between that one, and the standard rigid heddle.... and then there's always that doubt where I'm like "maybe I should just go for the table loom if I'm going to spend the money" Would you say you like the size of the knitters loom you got? Is the 28" size worth it ,or should I go for the 32? Thanks in advance for your feedback! :)

@ldpalmland 7 лет назад

Hi Kelly, Would you have opted for the 48" rigid heddle loom by ashford? Thank you

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

I'm not sure Brett, while the width would be great I've heard a lot of people complain about the reaching distance, it puts a strain on you. A wider floor loom is not a problem because you are throwing a boat shuttle but with a RHL most of the time you are using a stick shuttle. Perhaps it depends on your stature too - if you're tall and have long arms a wider loom may suit, but I'm smallish and short, so the 24 inch works well for me.

@ldpalmland 7 лет назад

Thank you so much. this video has been very helpful.

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

Glad to hear it, thanks for watching :)

@happygolucky9953 4 года назад

@@KellyCasanova But you said that if you had it to do again, you'd get a wider loom.

@KellyCasanova 4 года назад

@@happygolucky9953 Not as wide as 48" 😊 I'm actually very happy with my 24" and don't have the space for anything larger.

@habituscraeftig 2 года назад

I feel silly asking, but my familiarity with looms abd weaving mostly comes from my experiences with seeing industrial hand weaving, in India. They used a lot of pit looms, there. I can already tell how much more complex it is to set the warp threads for those, but I'm curious if you know, in other regards, how it compares with a table loom. Obviously, a pit loom is an investment even beyond the table loom, because it involves changing the flooring. I'll be glad to try the rigid heddle style first, to test my interest. But given that I fall a bit into the historical archaeology camp and have an interest in traditional looms (Japanese and Chinese traditional silk looms, also), I'm curious if you have any insights.

@KellyCasanova 2 года назад

An interesting question! I don't know all that much about pit looms, but if I had to compare I would be looking at a multi shaft (table or floor) loom as the more similar.

@habituscraeftig 2 года назад

@@KellyCasanova Thanks! Yeah, I don't think anyone even sells pit looms in America (which makes sense). I appreciate your perspective. I've been interested in weaving for a long time, now, but I'd been living in others' space before, and I hadn't realized my options! It's so exciting to be moving in the direction of exploring different fibers and weave patterns and having creative control over my own cloth!

@diannebateman2391 7 лет назад

I am a total beginner, never loomed at all. Can you tell me what kind of yarn and where to purchase at the best price. Thanks so very much!

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

Hi Dianne, Are you using a rigid heddle loom? Where in the world do you live?

@diannebateman2391 7 лет назад

That's the loom I plan on purchasing. I live in Nashville tn area. Thanks for your kind response.

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

Knitting yarns are really good when starting out on a RHL, they are inexpensive too. Most RHL's come with 7.5 - 8 dent heddle and an 8ply (aran weight in the US I think) is perfect for this. I can't help too much with suppliers in your area as I'm in Australia, but there are lots of places you can buy knitting yarn.

@FrankReiter 4 года назад

Kelly, I wonder if you could quantify the waste difference between these two looms. Roughly how many cm/inches of waste do you expect from each?

@KellyCasanova 4 года назад

With a RHL you could get away with as little as 6-7" waste, the table loom would be more like double that.

@FrankReiter 4 года назад

@@KellyCasanova thank you!

@robind8155 7 лет назад

I have a lot of yarn I want to turn them into blanket or rug maybe mat for my dogs. Which one you will suggest?

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

Which yarn or which loom? You can do blankets, mats etc or a rigid heddle loom, you would want a wider loom for this to get the width you need. For yarn, it is up to you. If it's a blanket you want to use yourself, consider how the yarn feels, it needs to be comfortable, not scratchy.

@robind8155 7 лет назад

Kelly Casanova wow, I am looking at the kromski rigid heddle looms, and the ashford table loom. The yarn I have are worsted weight or thicker, nothing thinner than finger weight. By seeing your video and your reply I probably going for the rigid heddle loom. For the dent of the loom, what dent do you suggest? Thank you

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

Most rigid heddle looms will come with a 7.5 or 8 dent heddle, which is a good starting point.

@robind8155 7 лет назад

Kelly Casanova thank you Kelly, you real help me out on choosing my very first loom🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻 you are so kind and knowledgeable! Love you☺️

@KellyCasanova 7 лет назад

Glad to help, thanks for watching :)

@vskywark Год назад

Can you give us a guide for what yarns work best on different rigid heddle looms?

@KellyCasanova Год назад

I have a lot of videos on yarns, here is my playlist - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-NAnLb-arw8M.html

@shannonleigh9982 4 года назад

this is WONDERFUL---may i ask what your table loom is? thank you!

@KellyCasanova 4 года назад

It's an Ashford 8 shaft 😊

@shannonleigh9982 4 года назад

@@KellyCasanova Hey thanks!---I just discovered your channel and am this very second watching your videos on assembling your 16" 8-shaft table loom---I'm so excited about weaving and am doing a ton of research on which looms to acquire (and I LOVE listening to the Australian accent; it's my absolute favorite accent!)

@KellyCasanova 4 года назад

@@shannonleigh9982 You sound just like me when I discovered weaving and started saving for my first loom, it's all so exciting 😀

@shannonleigh9982 4 года назад

@@KellyCasanova very much so---how long have you been weaving?

@KellyCasanova 4 года назад

@@shannonleigh9982 About 7 years 😊

@jeanfitzsimmons7442 Год назад

I would request that you raise the volume of your recordings so that people with all haring levels can hear what you say. Closed captions help, however, sometimes they are simply too fast to read, even with your normal calm, quiet voice. Also, better lighting would also be a help. My point of view: i am both dyslexic and elderly, hoping to begin a new hobby that might not cause my hands to cramp. (I am an old crocheter and can no longer do it because of hand cramping when i clutch a hook.)

@KellyCasanova Год назад

Thanks for your feedback Jean. My older videos were filmed with basic equipment (actually, borrowed equipment, as I didn't have my own). These days I use specialised audio and lighting equipment, so hopefully you find these more recent videos better for you.