In 2013 when my sister introduced me to loom knitting, my main problem with the loom was the handling of an ongoing project. My wrists would ache and my work would bunch up underneath. It was so awkward for me. I thought I was going to have to quit before I even learned the skill.
Then I had an idea, a wonderfully helpful idea for an easy way to make reusable frames to fit any size knitting loom: pvc pipe, pvc joints and Ponytail Bobbles
The PVC Pipe is 3/4 inch.
I can make the legs any length I need. I use the stand like a lap tray.
When my knitting project starts getting long, I put a trash bag over the stand and secure it with tape to the frame.
I shared my pvc frame idea with my sister. She loved it and has been using it too ever since.
And there you have it, one more thing that helped make my loom knitting much more enjoyable.
I hope it helps some of you all too.
Happy crafting
It’s been brought to my attention, that some wonderful crafters have made loom stands going by my basic directions. I’m so happy that my design is helpful to hopefully make loom knitting more enjoyable.
However, I worked hard on making the loom stand designs and tutorial.
In exchange for using my designs, if you post a photo of your loom stand anywhere in a group, forum or online, and are asked about it’s construction or how to make it, please post a link back to my blog.
https://joysofcreating.com/
or post a link directly to my blog post:
https://joysofcreating.com/2019/01/15/pvc-pipe-knitting-loom-stands/
Thanks so much! Happy Crafting!
edited in 2-10-2019:
I do not glue the stands together.
I don’t use adhesive on the pipes nor couplings.
The reason I don’t glue the pipes and couplings together is that I’m constantly using different size looms and can’t afford to dedicate one stand per each. Nor do I have the space to store them.
For my use, there’s enough suction, when the pipes are pushed securely in to the couplings, to hold them together.
I’ve not had a problem with the pipes/couplings coming apart when I use them.
The suction isn’t tight enough to hold them together forever.
From time-to-time, I check the joints and pipes to make sure they’re still snug, if they feel loose I push them back together.
If you want to dedicate a specific stand to a specific loom for all-time, then gluing it together may be something you might want to consider.
I use ‘Ponytail Bobbles’ to hold the looms on the stands.
Edited in: 9-23-2020
Sometimes I make the loom stand with shorted legs in front to make the loom stand slanted.
The slanted loom stand works well for me for one sided projects like scarves, dishcloths and flat pieces.
I use Chair Leg Caps on the bottom of the pipes because of the sharp or rough edges.
It’s been brought to my attention, that some wonderful crafters have made loom stands going by my basic directions. I’m so happy that my design is helpful to hopefully make loom knitting more enjoyable.
However, I worked hard on making the loom stand designs and tutorial.
In exchange for using my designs, if you post a photo of your loom stand anywhere in a group, forum or online, and are asked about it’s construction or how to make it, please post a link back to my blog.
https://joysofcreating.com/
or post a link directly to my blog post:
https://joysofcreating.com/2019/01/15/pvc-pipe-knitting-loom-stands/
Thanks so much! Happy Crafting!
What a clever solution!
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Thanks so much Dianna 🙂
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Are you going sell them?
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Hello Brandy Bush
Welcome to my blog.
I posted this in hopes to help people enjoy loom knitting as comfortably as possible.
If you have any questions, I’ll be glad to answer them, if I can.
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What a great idea!
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Thanks so much CFTC 🙂
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You are so clever! Great idea!
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Thanks so much SalPal 😀
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This is brilliant, EC, and will definitely make things easier for loom knitters! Thank you for sharing.
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Thanks so much Anita 😀
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This is awesome. About how tall are the legs?
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Hello Cassie
Welcome to my blog.
I make the legs in several different lengths. 5 inches, 7 inches, 9 inches and so on. It depends on the project and which loom I’m using.
You can make them any length thats’ comfortable for you.
I hope this helps.
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This is really a clever idea. With so many crafters that have problems with their hands this should work for them. Thank you for your idea.
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Hello Marilyn,
Welcome to my blog.
I’m glad you like my idea. I hope it helps makes looming more enjoyable.
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Thank you so much for this phenomenal idea! I need to make a hardware store run right away.
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Hello Barbara Fraser,
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You’re very welcome. I hope it helps to make your crafting more enjoyable.
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Very Clever !!!
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Hello Miss Daisy,
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Omg… I’ve been looming for several years. Today come across your blog on pinterest. Currently looming a blanket on the KB 38″ loom with 20 peg extenders. I so need this. Thank you for sharing this beautiful idea. What worked best for you when cutting pvc pipe?
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Hello Cheryl Canada,
Welcome to my blog.
I use a hand-held PVC pipe cutter. It’s relatively inexpensive and it’s efficient.
A PVC pipe cutter isn’t child safe and extra caution must to be taken to keep it out of their hands.
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Well I made one for my 38″ KB loom with 20 peg exrenders. Made legs to floor like a table stand. My office chair around it nicely. Thank again for the share.
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You’re very welcome Cheryl,
Legs to the floor like a table would definitely be a big help with a loom as large as yours. It’s also helpful and handy to be able to use a office chair with it. Great idea.
I’m happy to have been some help to make your loom knit project more enjoyable.
Thanks so much for updating me on your stand.
You gave me a big smile today. 🙂
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What did you use too secure the loom to the stand those are cute
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Hello Karine,
Welcome to my blog.
I use ‘Ponytail Bobbles’ to secure the looms on to my stands.
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awesome idea!! although i don’t loom yet but bought looms…will definately give it a go!! tysm and don’t forget to smile to someone today!! 🙂
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Hello Gaetane Lauzon
Welcome to my blog.
Thanks so much for the compliment.
I hope you have much enjoyment using your knitting looms.
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I do make my own loom holders, but I use the 1/2 “ pvc because it’s easier for me to set on my lap, but there’s always people wanting to know how to make them, and you have a very nice layout on how to make them, so I’m wondering if I can post your link on to them.
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Hello K-Bon,
Welcome to my blog.
You’re welcome to post a link to my blog.
Thanks so much for the kind compliments. I’m glad my loom stand design is helpful to make loom knitting more enjoyable to do. It’s great that you’ve made loom stands to fit in with your loom knitting style. I’m all for making loom knitting a more fun craft to do.
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I just love your idea PC idea. I am new to looming and just love it. I will try it on my kb S loom and 28 ” knitting board. I couldn’t quite see what you used to cover the wing nuts on your board. Can you tell me how you covered them? Thanks
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Hello Salni9im,
Welcome to my blog.
Being able to work on different sizes of looms.
On my 28″ loom, what works for me is, I put a cotton ball over the wingnut and then I put a very tight fitting small balloon over the cotton ball. To secure it, I put masking tape around it.
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I have kb round looms. They are 10 ” , 9 “, 8” in diameter. How long should the PVC pipes be? I couldn’t tell what size your yellow and green round looms were. What is the procedure you use to measure for the stands? Thank you for your help.
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Hello salni9im,
My round looms are knifty knitter looms and their sizes are different than kb round looms. I don’t have a specific procedure to measure, it’s really trial and error. Since at this time, I don’t have any round kb looms, I’d be afraid to guess what size to cut pvc pipes for them. I’m sorry I can’t be of more help.
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I love this idea! I’ve pretty much gave loom a rest since I’ve taken up crocheting lately. I think it would be best if it were tilted downward slant? Do you think that is possible with PVC pipes? It would be nice to sit in the recliner and not have to look from above. Great idea! Thanks for sharing.
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Hi Shawnee Michael
Welcome to my blog.
Thanks so much. You’re very welcome.
I often make the stand I’m using slanted. I put shorter pvc pipe for the legs in front.
Slanting it helps when I make flat pieces like scarves and stuff.
I use Chair Leg Caps on the bottom of the pipes because of the sharp or rough edges.
I hope this helps.
Thanks so much for visiting and leaving me a comment.
I hope you’ll visit again sometime.
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