Melissa & Doug Wooden Multi-Craft Weaving Loom: Extra-Large Frame (22.75 x 16.5 inches)

This is an excellent loom for the cost, whether you're interested in purchasing it for a child or yourself. I've wanted to try weaving for awhile but never wanted to spend a ton on something I didn't know I'd even like or stick with, and I didn't want the hassle of making one by hand, hammering nails and finding an easel and such. This loom is a pretty substantial size, especially for this price. It is easy to use once you get the hang of it, although the directions aren't very helpful, honestly. You're better off going on YouTube and watching beginner weaving tutorials and just applying them to using this loom. The pictures are all black and white and aren't very detailed or clear. Most of the directions are just written out and difficult to translate into what you're doing. For a product that is geared toward children I'm surprised by how poorly the directions are executed. I also recommend getting a curved tapestry needle if you're an adult or teenager, because the large wooden one it comes with is rather bulky and isn't going to cut it for detailed work. It's helpful for some things, but I much prefer using a tapestry needle, or my hands with chunkier yarns or fabrics.You can use any size of yarn, string or fabric with this loom. A previous reviewer said that only a larger worsted yarn can be used, but I disagree. You just have to kind of play around and see what works and make adjustments to how you thread the loom and what you thread it with. I managed to have two strands of the white string the loom comes with in each space, which makes the weave tighter and accommodates a smaller worst. I also recommend using a wide tooth comb to keep your weave tight after you've finished a row.All in all, this a great craft tool and is a ton of fun. I honestly haven't stopped weaving since I got it set up and went to the craft store to get all kinds of yarn ($100 worth lol). As it is now, I'm well on my way to having a brand new wall hanging and I'm looking forward to all the possibilities this loom will help me create in the future. If you want to start learning to weave, this loom is definitely a great option without spending a fortune.

Got these for Christmas for my 7yr old twins last year. We have always loved Melissa & Doug products and these don't disappoint! This is an amazing price for a loom this size! Search for lap looms and make sure to look at the sizes and you will see what I mean.Easy to assemble and pretty sturdy when tight. Comes with great yarn for the first few projects and directions and can be set up for 2 different widths. My girls are pretty crafty so they picked up the process in less then a few minutes and were off on their own. They have made purses, rugs, coasters, doll blankets and more in the last 9 months. Their art teacher wants to get a set for the classroom.The only complaint I could say I have it 2 screw that keep it together get loose after a while so it gets a touch less sturdy, but it is easy to tighten and again an amazing price.Yarn Tip: Yarn is pricey while they are 'experimenting'. Check local thriftshops for affordable yarn for them to practice with!

I bought these unasked-for surprises for my 3 grand daughters at Christmas time. I also checked out all the adult looms and would have bought one, if it was bigger or better. But this was the sturdiest and biggest, and a good value. Their busy mothers didn't have time to set them up, but the 11 year old figured it out following directions, and without help, did her own weaving, but will need help putting the pieces together to make scarf! The six and nine year olds needed help putting the looms together, while on a ski trip, but developed an amazing amount of patience, and both were pleased with their beautiful purses with matching chain stitch crocheted draw strings I made for them, We went shopping immediately to Mammoth (ski) Village, and they were able to put their money in them and use them to carry home their purchases for gift shops! Love the looms! Will borrow one next year to make Christmas scarves!

Pros: inexpensive, solidly made, size that is good for more than potholders.Cons: Would rather have nails than slots to hold the weft yarn. Also, does not include a heddle.I bought this because I wanted to learn how to weave but did not want to spend a fortune on a beginner's loom. If that's what you are looking for, this is a good loom to start with. And, it is $50 to $75 cheaper than other beginner looms I saw. it would also be good for older children, maybe 8 and up. If you want to use this as a lap loom, my suggestion is to not put the feet on. It's easier to hold that way.

WONDERFUL! This loom is much larger than expected, and includes everything needed to make all kinds of woven fabrics and goods. I bought one for my niece (age 12) for Christmas, and it was one of her favorite gifts. She spent the next several days making things on it. We love that it has a variety of projects from super simple to more difficult. The loom can be configured for different size and shape projects.I also bought extra yarn in my niece's favorite color, and ended up having to order more yarn so she could keep going. There is PLENTY to get started on, but if your young friend goes crazy like mine did, she or he will need more!Assembly was straightforward (though, with my butterfingers, it took me a while to get the bolt and the screw to line up right for the feet) and took only a few minutes. Project instructions could be better, but they're not bad.I bought another one for a young friend about the same age, and can't wait to share it with her!