From time to time, we will be featuring one of our high-quality product offerings on this page. This gives us an opportunity to provide an in-depth focus , when space otherwise does not permit. Each product chosen is a result of you, the buyer, requesting more information or wanting further product details.
This season, we are featuring our exclusive HOMESTEAD PEG LOOM. This historical loom is a result of years of research, development and testing. The concept for this loom was tested in independent consultations with museum educators, gift shop managers, crafters
and home schoolers. We also tested it with various age groups and skill levels .
What we developed, then, was an historical
reproduction peg loom , with six pegs on each
end of the cross frame. All of the pegs were
then slanted to help keep the weaving on the
loom and the initial protype was finished.
From there, simple, easy-to-follow instructions
were commissioned, edited and then added to the peg loom package.
Our #643 HOMESTEAD PEG LOOM has often been referred to..."as the easiest and most accessible craft tool for people of all ages." Our Homestead Peg Loom is a sturdy, hardwood hand-held loom and is proudly made here in the United States. The Peg Loom measures 9 1/2" x 5 1/2" , features slanted pegs to hold the weaving in place, and is packaged with jumbo yarn for fast weaving, detailed instructions and
a complete set of weaving utensils.
With our Homestead Peg Loom, you can make pillows,
purses, wall hangings, placemats, blankets , coasters, mug rugs,
magic carpets and much, much more.
The peg loom is used to create a
beautiful large open weave. The
weavings than then be sewn together
for a multitude of projects.
People of all ages immediately grasp
the technique of weaving with this simple, sturdy loom.
#643-A PEG LOOM KIT~Our exclusive Homestead Peg Loom
is also available as a kit. This is a creative group or individual
activity. Assemble your own peg loom in minutes. Includes
complete assembly directions, weaving instructions, jumbo yarn
and wooden weaving stick.
HISTORY
The revival of interest in early American cultures has largely been responsible for the renewed popularity of hand-loom weaving in recent years. Today, as ever before, it is possible to weave
beautiful yarn or cloth designs with little or no beginning skills, much like our ancestors did so long ago.
Within this body of weaving history, the peg loom has an interesting history and was a challenge to research and develop. According to extant manuscripts, in 13th century Scotland, there was recorded a primitive peg loom, very similar to today's peg loom. It featured a construction remarkably similar to
our own Peg Loom, with its hardwood cross-bar and dowel construction and joinery and the use of 'little timbers' (dowel pegs) to hold the warp. The Vikings were also known to have used a peg loom extensively.
In early America, the peg loom tradition continued. These primitive looms featured 'little whittles' or hand-carved twig pegs that were glued in place in hand-drilled holes.
WEAVING ON THE PEG LOOM
There is an endless variety of materials that can be used for peg loom
weaving--yarn, raffia, beads, yarn to mention a few. Thick yarn produces
the fastest results. However, you can weave with any thickness of yarn.
Here is an illustration of weaving with raffia, a natural material.
The Homestead Peg Loom can be
used to create a variety of weaving
patterns and designs. Here is an
example of an interesting African-
weaving pattern. Notice the
triangular pattern and multiple colors
that were used.
Many projects can be completed on the Homestead Peg Loom, from
the simple to the complex. Pictured here is an example of a primitive
early American flag that can be woven on the peg loom. This flag
was actually two weavings that were sewn together. The stars were
later appliqued.
Try projects of your own design! Your imagination is the only limit!
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
The Homestead Peg Loom is complete within itself. However, to further
enhance the weaving experience, the folowing accessories are available:
#646 PEG LOOM PROJECTS BOOK~This 32-page book
is designed for those weavers who want to go beyond the
learning stages of peg loom weaving. Basic instructions
are given as well as beginning weaving projects and
techniques. Learn how easy it is to weave patterns on
this loom.
#646 PEG LOOM TOTE BAG--Designed for those
who want their weaving to travel with them. This
bag is made exclusively for us and is designed to
hold the Homestead Peg Loom and all accessories
as well as additional yarn. There is even room for
our Peg Loom Projects Book inside.
ABOUT HOMESTEAD FOLK CRAFTS
We , at Homestead Folk Crafts, manufacture hand weaving looms and accessories in a village where fine craftsmanship has been a way of life for over 200 years. Continuing that tradition, we offer our products to you through fine hand-weaving and knitting shops and museum stores across the country.
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