This is a traditional potholder loom kit for making cotton loop potholders by hand. Weaving is a quiet activity that encourages concentration. It helps children understand spatial relationships and patterning and strengthens fine motor control.
The set includes a 7" x 7" metal loom, a metal weaving hook, and a crochet hook for finishing. It comes with enough mixed bright cotton loops to make six traditional-size (6" x 6") potholders. The loops are cotton, not synthetic. Instructions are included, along with information about the maker's website, which has free patterns and tutorials.
The kit has won the American Specialty Toy Retailing Association Best Toys for Kids award, the Dr. Toy Gold Award, and the Oppenheim Best Toy Award. It is for ages six and up.
- Loom size
- 7" x 7"
- Loom material
- Metal
- Loop material
- Cotton, in mixed bright colors
- Potholder size
- 6" x 6" (traditional size)
- Makes
- 6 potholders with the included loops
- In the box
- Metal loom, metal weaving hook, crochet hook for finishing, instructions, cotton loops, website information with free patterns and tutorials
- Age
- 6 years and up