I had heard of these items, but had never seen one until I opened this book.  In here you will find all sorts of useful advice on how to choose one, what yarns to use, other items you need to obtain and of course what to do with it.  There are projects for mats, hats, socks, baby sweater, blankets, scarves and more to keep you warm in winter and give away as gifts.  Learn how to do cable stitch on a loom, make cords, and work in patterns such as Fair Isle and more.  With typical Search Press thoroughness, the book even includes a section on felting..  If you’re like me, you will probably start knowing nothing and finish knowing... enough to make some practical items, which is what a primer like this is all about (or ought to be).  The large, colored photos show in easy stages how it is done, and the book manages to answer most likely questions about things like tension, choosing yarns, how to use the various items that are bought with the looms, and more.  I haven’t seen another book on this subject so maybe it is unique (at least in the UK) and certainly another beginner’s book is not needed.

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