Loomette Weave #1 Pin Loom Pattern

July 5, 2023 By

Loomette Weave #1 is one of our favorite weaves. It’s easy to memorize and adds just a little bit of texture that can really add depth to a fabric. It’s fun to weave because you are skipping more strands. But the floats aren’t too long so they won’t get out of hand.

Below is Loomette Weave #1 woven with Vanna’s Choice yarn on a 4″ loom.

How to Weave Loomette Weave #1 on a Pin Loom

This pin loom weaving pattern begins and ends with plain weave which helps the fabric hold it’s structure. Here’s how to weave it:

Key: U = Under, O = Over

Row 1: Plain Weave (U1, O1) across finishing with U1.

Row 2: (U3, O1) 7 times, U3.

Row 3: U1, O1, (U3, O1) 7 times, U1

Rows 4-15: Repeat Rows 2 and 3. Use Row 2 for all the even rows, and Row 3 for all the odd rows.

Row 16: Plain weave.

Below is a photo of how your Loomette Weave 1 should look when you have woven all 16 rows and before you remove it from the pin loom.

Taking Loomette Weave #1 to the Next Level

Once you’ve tried Loomette Weave #1, you can incorporate it into most any project. And once you’ve got the technique mastered, you can modify it to create other really fun designs. eLoomaNation.com has vintage weaving booklets available for download that show Loomette Weave #1 and lots of other really fun designs.

Below is a photo of pin loom woven squares with the letter C woven into them. They were created with a bit of plain weave and a bit of (U3, O1) like Loomette #1. Here we demonstrate how different yarns impact the texture.

pin loom woven squares with alphabet

We’ve create a pattern collection of the entire alphabet A-Z plus numbers 0-9 and turned it into a fun and whimsical baby blanket. Learn more about the Pin Looms Alphabet Set and Numbers Baby Blanket on Etsy.

This baby blanket illustrates the textures you can create when you weave (U3, O1) in strategic places in your weaving. The blanket is made entirely of 4″ pin loom squares and edged in crochet.

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Toy Soldier Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

July 5, 2023 By

Make your own little drummer boy with this Toy Soldier Pin Loom Pattern. We’ll show step-by-step how easy it is to turn yarn into a nutcracker gnome with this PDF download. The toy was made with only 4 pin looms.

It’s quite adorable at 11 1/2″ tall. The finished measurements are approximately 6 1/2″ wide x 4 1/2″ deep x 11 1/2″ tall.

When you look closely at the drummer boy, you’ll notice extra little scallops on the sleeves and shoulders, etc. Lucky for us, this is a natural feature if pin loom shapes. It’s little “cheats” like that which give the illusion of grandeur to the toy soldier.

What’s in the Toy Soldier Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

This step-by-step tutorial for the Toy Soldier Gnome includes all of the following:

  • Toy Soldier Gnome Instructions
  • Drum Instructions
  • Step-by-Step Written Instructions
  • 17 Pages
  • 50+ Color Photos and Charts
  • Complete Materials List
  • Helpful Tips

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We rate the Toy Soldier Gnome as intermediate, but it’s very doable by the confident beginner. This gnome is made by folding, rolling and tucking woven shapes. The photos will show you step-by-step how to do that.

Here are the supplies you’ll need to make your own Nutcracker Gnome.

  • Pin Loom Squares: 2” and 4”
  • Pin Loom Rectangles:  1”x4” and 2”x4”
  • Yarn:   Caron Simply Soft –
  • Medium Worsted Weight (4)
  •             BLACK #727 – 55 yds
  •             WHITE #701 – 55 yds
  •             BONE #9388 – 15 yds
  •             HARVEST RED #763 – 75 yds
  •             OCEAN #759 – 40 yds
  •             GOLD #782 – 50 yds
  •             TAUPE #783 – 8 yds
  • Needle:  6” needle for weaving and yarn needle for sewing
  • Stuffing
  • Fringe Twister or premade gold cord – 14”
  • Beans: to weigh the gnome down
  • Fabric Marker: – white, dark, or chalk
  • Pet comb: – metal
  • Steamer (optional)
  • Starch or Hair Spray (optional)

We’ve added a little bonus at the end for turning the drum into a Christmas ornament. This little drummer boy would make a great decoration for a table or fireplace mantel. He’s also a great gift to make for your friends and family who love the Nutcracker ballet or have a passion for drums.

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Viking Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

June 19, 2023 By

Make a Viking Gnome stuffed toy with yarn and pin looms! This little plushie is 12″ tall to the top of the horns. He’s surprisingly easy to make. The step-by-step tutorial will show you how to tuck, roll, pinch and cinch pin loom woven squares and rectangles to create this iconic Viking gnome.

There are a lot of little details that transform a simple gnome into a Viking. Most notable is the horned hat. What makes the “ironwork” so realistic is the two colors of “metal” yarn as well as the rivets that are made from felt. The bright orange braided beard is also a can’t-miss detail that makes this tough little Viking so adorable. The axe and shield complete the iconic image of a Viking.

Here’s what’s in the Viking Gnome Pin Loom Pattern:

  • 45+ Color Photos and Charts
  • 14 Pages
  • Step-by-Step written instructions
  • Complete materials list
  • Helpful tips

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This Viking Gnome Pattern, like our other gnome patterns, begins with a helpful chart listing the total number of pin loom shapes you’ll need for the project. This allows you to sit and weave all the squares and rectangles before you begin. Of course, you can weave them as you need them, or weave them all prior to beginning assembly.

There are two very small sections of crochet in this project. Single crochet (US terms) is used in both areas. The grey at the ends of the horns are crocheted, this is where the horn meets the helmet. The edge of the shield is also crocheted. This joins two pieces together and creates and “ironwork” edge.

What You’ll Need to Make the Viking Gnome

Here is the complete list of everything you’ll need to make the Viking Gnome. This list is also in the PDF Pattern.

  • Pin Loom Squares: 4” and 2”
  • Pin Loom Rectangles: 2” x 4” and 1” x 4”
  • Yarn:   Lion Brand: Basic Stitch – Medium (4)
  •             OLIVE #132 – 95 yds
  •             ECRU #098C – 25 yds
  •             SILVER HEATHER #404J – 35 yds
  •             CHARCOAL HEATHER #403J – 25 yds
  •             ALMOND #121L – 22 yds
  •             PUMPKIN #133A – 50 yds
  •             Lion Brand: Heartland – Medium (4)
  •             SEQUOIA #126U – 30 yds
  • Needle:  6” needle for weaving and
  •                yarn needle for sewing
  • Stuffing
  • Felt: Grey, 1” x 3”
  • Beans: to weigh the gnome down
  • Crochet Hook: – size G (optional)
  • Fabric Marker: – white, dark
  • Straight Pins
  • Tacky or Fabric GlueSteamer (optional

We wish your Viking gnome much success in his conquests and you in yours.

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Football Fan Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

June 16, 2023 By

Weave a gnome mascot for your favorite football team. He’s so cute, your friends and family may want one, too! No worries, because this football fan gnome is really easy to make. The PDF step-by-step tutorial will show you how.

For example, the little football that the gnome is holding is made from a 2″x4″ rectangle. We have 4 photos that show you how to fold, tuck and sew it into the iconic football shape.

We provide helpful instructions for making certain details really pop. For instance, the beard is made with yarn that has been brushed with a metal cat comb to separate strands. Then steam ironed to straighten. It’s the little details that make this gnome really shine.

What’s included in the Football Fan Gnome Pin Loom pattern:

  • Gnome with Football Hat and Football
  • 25 Color photos and charts
  • Complete step-by-step written instructions
  • 11 Pages
  • Helpful Tips
  • Complete materials list

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More about the Football Fan Gnome

The materials needed to make your football fan gnome is surprisingly small. Some pin looms, yarn and stuffing are the main supplies. Specifically, you’ll need 4 pin looms. Here’s the complete list:

  • Pin Looms:     
  • Squares: 2” and 4”
  • Rectangles:  1” x 4” and 2” x 4”
  • Yarn:   Red Heart: Soft – Medium Worsted Weight (4)
  • BLACK #4614 – 95 yds
  • OFF WHITE #4601 – 55 yds
  • WHEAT #9388 – 15 yds
  • TANGERINE #4422 – 18 yds
  • TOAST #1882 – 75 yds
  • Needle:  6” needle for weaving and yarn needle for sewing
  • Stuffing
  • Beans: to weigh the gnome down
  • Fabric Marker: – white, dark
  • Pet comb: – metal
  • Steamer (optional)

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Great for Beginners

As we’ve mentioned, this is a great pattern for new weavers and those wanting to make toys for the first time. And it’s so cute, experienced weavers will enjoy making them, too. So, if you’re brand new to pin loom weaving, welcome!

The best way to get started is Etsy and YouTube. There are many shops that sell pin looms in all the sizes we use here. YouTube will show you how to weave and, if you’re so inclined, will show you how to make your own looms!

Here’s to playing a good game and being a super fan!

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Hammerhead Shark Pin Loom Pattern

June 15, 2023 By

Don’t wait for shark week to pin loom weave your own hammerhead shark stuffed animal! These pups are so fun and super adorable at only 10″ long. Real pups are about 24″ long when born, so these are about half the size.

Not only is this hammerhead shark adorable, we’ve made it really easy for you to make your own because we’ve created a step-by-step tutorial with lots of great photos and easy to follow directions.

What’s in the hammerhead shark pin loom PDF pattern tutorial?

  • Step-by-Step Written Instructions
  • 30 Color Photos
  • 7 Pages
  • Helpful Tips
  • Complete Materials List

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In the photo above, the hammerhead shark is sitting on a diorama of coral. The entire coral reef is made from pin loom woven shapes. Unfortunately, there is no pattern at this time. There is a Starfish Pin Loom Pattern in our Etsy shop if you are looking for other sea creatures.

What You’ll Need to Weave a Hammerhead Shark

The materials list is surprisingly small for this hammerhead shark stuffed animal. In fact, it uses only 73 yards of yarn total! Here’s the complete list.

  • Pin Looms:   Squares: 1”, 2”, and 4”; (1” square loom is optional)
  •          Rectangles: 2” x 4” and 2” x 6”,
  •          Triangle: 2”
  • Yarn:   Lion Brand: Basic Stitch – Medium Worsted Weight (4)
  •             ECRU #098C – 25 yds
  •             SILVER HEATHER #404J – 45 yds
  •             CHARCOAL HEATHER #403J – 3 yds
  • Needle:  6” needle for weaving and
  •                yarn needle for sewing
  • Safety eyes (2) 8 mm
  • Stuffing

This hammerhead shark measures approximately 10″ long x 5 1/2″ wide x 3″ tall.

As you can see in the picture above, we’ve woven one hammerhead shark with all the fins a real hammerhead shark has. The other has fewer fins. But we think you’ll agree, both versions are super cute.

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Statue of Liberty Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

June 12, 2023 By

Weave your own Lady Liberty with pin looms! This step-by-step PDF pattern will show you how to transform simple squares and rectangles into your very own Statue of Liberty Gnome toy.

This plushie has many similarities to the actual Statue of Liberty. The torch, tablet and crown being the key elements. But did you also notice the broken chain? Because of the nature of pin loom weaving and the size of the project, this stuffed gnome isn’t an exact replica, but she is pretty darn cute!

What’s Included in the Statue of Liberty PDF Pattern?

  • Statue of Liberty with crown, torch and tablet
  • Detailed writtten instructions
  • 30+ color photos
  • 16 Pages
  • Tips and Tricks for shaping and finishing

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This gnome was made with medium worsted weight (4) yarn. Any worsted weight should work. We love the color of Red Heart Soft in Sea Foam #9520. Besides the usual items like stuffing, the other odd item needed is black felt. Let’s take a look at what you need more closely.

What You’ll Need to Weave Statue of Liberty.

  • Pin Looms:   Squares: 2” and 4”,
  • Pin Looms: Rectangles: and 2” x 4” and 2”x6” and
  • Pin Looms: Rectangle: 1” x 4” (for the chains only)
  • Yarn:   Red Heart: Soft – Medium (4) SEA FOAM #9520 –  250 yds
  • Lion Brand: Basic Stitch – Medium (4) MUSTARD #158I – 5 yds
  • Needles:  6” needle for weaving and yarn needle for sewing
  • Stuffing
  • Felt – black, ½” x 5” strip
  • Fabric Glue
  • Beans to weigh the gnome down
  • Pet comb – metal
  • Steamer (optional)

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About the Statue of Liberty and the Gnome

Liberty Enlightening the World is a statue more commonly referred to as the Statue of Liberty. Libertas, the Roman Goddess of Liberty, holds a torch and tablet, and stands in New York Harbor. She is a copper statue, given to the United States by France, and dedicated in 1886. There is a broken chain and shackle at her feet symbolizing the abolition of slavery in the United States. Though this gnome only has 5, Liberty has 7 rays forming a halo that represent the sun, the seven seas and the seven continents. There are 25 windows in the crown for viewing the harbor (the gnome has 11).

This gnome has a simple construction with components added to it that represent elements on the real statue. For instance, the Statue of Liberty is wearing robe, the gnome is wearing a sash. The halo, or rays, on the gnome is a band attached to the hat. Little bits of felt create the windows.

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Shark Attack Gnome

June 1, 2023 By

Shark Attack Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

This beach loving gnome spent a bit too much time in the water. His magnetic personality attracted a hammerhead shark and a trio of starfish!

Weave your own hammerhead shark gnome with this easy to follow tutorial. The Shark Attack Gnome Pin Loom Pattern includes:

  • 25+ Photos and Charts
  • 14 Pages
  • Step-by-Step Instructions
  • Hammerhead Shark
  • Gnome
  • 2 Types of Starfish

Several sizes of pin looms were used to create this beachy gnome. You’ll need:

  • Square Looms in 4″ and 2″ and 1″
  • Rectangle Looms in 1″x4″ and 2″x4″
  • Triangle Loom in 2″

Every element is plain weave woven on a pin loom except the shark teeth which are crocheted.

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About Shark Attack Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

The assembled gnome measures about 18″ tall x 7″ wide x 5 1/2″ deep.

The pattern provides a chart of how many shapes are needed and in what color so you can weave them all ahead of time before you begin assembling the project. The yarn used was Lion Brand Basic Stitch.

There are helpful tips in the pattern. For the beard, for example, the pattern will mentioned that the yarn should be attached above the nose so the shark hat covers it. And that a metal cat comb was used to separate the strands making the beard appear more full. And a steam iron will help straighten out the yarn.

The shark is created separately and sits on the gnome like a hat.

The pattern includes a tutorial for making 2 different types of starfish. These were made on 1″ square looms.

Though the pattern is for your eyes only, we encourage you to give away or sell your finished projects.

Enjoy!

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Making Animals for VBS

May 26, 2023 By

Sewing Bug

Got the sewing bug this year as preparations were made for vacation Bible school. The theme is Australia and team names are various animals found down under. Down the rabbit hole we went sewing animals to give away to the kids.

Sewn Koalas, jellyfish, clown fish, dingos and platypus. These creatures are so different and fascinating.

Got the pin looms out to create some turtles. It’s amazing how different they look with yarns of different colors both solid and variegated.

The turtles were made with a few different looms including:

  • hexagon pin loom
  • 2″x4″ rectangle pin loom
  • 2″ square pin loom

Found the sewing patterns online. Some were on Etsy others were free on various blogs. The turtles were inspired by a weave along on the Facebook Pin Loom Support Group. If you love to craft, we encourage you to look into pin loom weaving and join this private group for inspiration.

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Pin Loom Turtles

May 24, 2023 By

Turtles are a heartwarming creature. And easy to make with a hexagon pin loom. The are also a great opportunity to mix variegated yarns and solids in the same project.

We joined the turtle weave-along on TexasGabi’s website. We learned about it in the Pin Loom Weaving Support Group on Facebook. Before you know it, we had woven a bale (group) of turtles! We experimented a bit. We tried different yarn combinations, different size safety eyes and used different colors for the top vs bottom of the turtle.

Pin Looms Used to Make Turtles

The main pin loom used was a hexagon. We like the one from Bluebonnet Crafters. They have this classic shape in their Etsy shop and several other fun shapes, too.

While we used a lot of other shapes for the head, feet, tail and neck, they can all be made by folding, rolling and tucking a 2″ square.

But since we have other looms, we sometimes used the follows:

  • 2″x4″ pin loom was used for the head
  • 1″x4″ pin loom was used for the neck
  • 2″ triangle pin loom was sometimes used for the feet when we wanted a different color on top verses bottom of the turtle.

We received a special request for a few turtles. They requested pink, teal and blue. So we made a few more!

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Gingham Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

May 22, 2023 By

This pin loom gnome has gorgeous fashion sense! Make your own gnome, hat and muff and learn a new pattern for pin loom weaving.

This step-by-step tutorial will show you how to use two colors to make a square and a rectangle with a quadrant print which looks just like gingham. The pattern has lots of photos and clear written instructions for making the gnome, hat and muff, too.

The Gingham Gnome Pattern includes:

  • Instructions to make a Gnome, Hat and Muff
  • Instructions to make a Gingham Square and Rectangle
  • 12 pages with color photos
  • Step-by-Step written instructions

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More About the Gingham Gnome Pin Loom Pattern

You’ll be surprised at how easy it is to make this gnome. We list it as intermediate because of all the folding, tucking and sewing but this step-by-step tutorial will make it easy and fun to create.

What you’ll need to make this Gingham Gnome:

  • Pin Looms: –4” square, 2” x 4” rectangle
  • Yarn:   Red Heart: Soft – Medium (4)
  •  BLACK #4614 – 130 yds
  •  OFF WHITE #4601 – 45 yds
  •  WHITE #4600 – 50 yds
  • WHEAT #9388 – 10 yds
  • Needle:  6” needle for weaving and yarn needle for sewing
  • Pompom Maker: – 1 ¾” pom pom
  • Stuffing
  • Beans: to weigh the gnome down
  • Crochet Hook: – size G (optional)
  • Fabric Marker: – white, dark
  • Pet comb: – metal
  • Steamer (optional)

About Pin Loom Weaving the Gingham Gnome

This gingham gnome is made with only two pin looms: 4″ square and 2″x4″ rectangle. That’s all! It’s hard to imagine that this cute little gnome is made with only squares and rectangles, but simple folds, rolls and tucks transform simple shapes into a darling toy.

The base of the gnome is stuffed with beans to give it weight and prevent it from wabbling about. The rest is filled with polyfill stuffing.

The beard is made with yarn, then combed with a metal cat come to separate the strands. Then a steam iron was used to straighten out the yarn. These little details really make the beard shine.

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