Hi all knitters. I have been knitting seriously for 2 years now. Like lace and modular knitting the best. My right hand isn't going to let me knit someday, and I'm trying to be prepared. So I wondered if any of you are, (or have), using the inexpensive looms that Walmart sells. Can you make sweaters on them? Where can you get free patterns for them also? Thanks in advance for your help. Luv the Forums. kcarroll

Posted By kcarroll on 01 Mar 2010 12:57 PM
Hi all knitters. I have been knitting seriously for 2 years now. Like lace and modular knitting the best. My right hand isn't going to let me knit someday, and I'm trying to be prepared. So I wondered if any of you are, (or have), using the inexpensive looms that Walmart sells. Can you make sweaters on them? Where can you get free patterns for them also? Thanks in advance for your help. Luv the Forums. kcarroll

If your hands aren't letting you knit now, save your money. Those looms are hard to work with when your hands hurt. There are some pattern books for them, but everything is BULKY... you have to use two or more strands of most yards on these things. I haven't found many free patterns for mine. I have all the different sizes, round and straight. I'm finding that while they are great for fun projects like an eyelet yard scarf/hood I made for one daughter, they aren't that much use for things like pot holders or bags. The pot holder takes two or three strands of yarn to make it thick enough and bags just look awful, or at least my attempt at one did.

Better option would be to check into knitting machines, which is what I am planning to do in another year or two.

The Martha Stewart Loom set is adjustable so you can knit with fingering weight to bulky. I got it from HSN I just got it and tried 1 end of worsted weight and like it. I have the circle loom..just got them.. I've made 2 hats and a pair of mittens 
Nancy
Minnesota

I know that Ben Franklin stores carry and free patters next to the loom section.If you don't have
one near try to find them online.

I bought my looms at Wal Mart, and have made hats and scarves real fast. Also made a beautiful shawl for my mom. I have carpal tunnel, and sometimes I have to put my work down and let the wrists rest. I am doing big needle knitting and finding that is easier on my carpal tunnel, and things knit up so fast on them that it is a lot of fun. The looms are real fast too and I enjoy them. I bought my whole set for $10, and they have paid for themselves in the beautiful things I have been able to whip up. Kkaroll, I see your post is from 2010 and I hope you are doing well and still able to knit. I am a nurse and I know how much suffering nerve damage can cause. I hope you are feeling well! I have always wanted to try a knitting machine of some kind. I see videos of ladies whipping up blankets in minutes, but I don't know if I am coordinated enough to use one, and they can be pricey. Thank you all for posting here, and I'll be back soon.