Introduction to Loom Work - Page 11

BeadMan · 11-19-2006, 12:43 AM

Bohunter,

I average about 10 square inches an hour regardless of width. But I am an exception to the norm and have done A LOT of loomwork. I find the most critical element of time usage is the complexity of the pattern. Some simple patterns I do in my head and they go quick. If I have to follow a drawn pattern, such as when doing letters or realistic shapes, you can increase the time by 1/3 to 1/2. Also depends greatly on the materials you use.

Also have to figure out how long it will take to set up the project and to finish it if mounting needs to be done.

Hawk_FeatherJY · 11-19-2006, 01:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Choctaw Keith

This is my first post to this forum. I have been beading for a couple of years. Attached is one of my original design splitloom necklaces. I do Native American themes using gem stone beads in the fringe. This piece uses moonstone beads and turquoise nuggets. I also do contemporary designs with glass bead fringe. I appreciate your comments on my work.

You have an excelent eye for your work! I really was impressed with the design, & I too find beading to be very relaxing. Keep Up the great work!

**spottedeagle** · 01-13-2007, 08:24 AM

Beadman is like a machine when it comes to doing loomwork, so take his estimate and multiply that by 5!!! LOL
But he is right. a simple design can be done a lot faster than a complex one. The eagle belt I made took.....about 4 months and that was because Beadman continued to provide me with much needed.....kicking in the butt to finish.

BeadMan · 01-13-2007, 12:30 PM

SpottedEagle--Why don't you try doing the "Last Supper" in beads....it's been a long time since I've had the chance to butt kick anyone!

Hawk_FeatherJY · 01-13-2007, 08:47 PM

Wow that would take a really long time lol. I am currently working on a hat band for my dad. it's very time consuming. but pretty. I havent been on cause my comp died. bummer huh. this is a loner comp with windows98...yucky.

anyhow I hope every one has had a good holiday season. talk to you later.

**spottedeagle** · 01-14-2007, 01:29 PM

Beadman glad to see you too!! LOL As far as my turtle speed approach to craftwork. Well, eventually I do finish a project or two. Even if it requires my friends kicking me in the butt all the time to stay motivated.
No way am I attempting the last supper!!! LOL Not even if I was given a lifetime supply of free beads and paid to do it.....how much are we talking about anyway???

Hawk_FeatherJY · 01-20-2007, 02:20 PM

thats ok beadeagle i still havent got my dads hat band done but i have an excuse for it... My loom broke!

so now im fixing it. so sad. well ttyl

**spottedeagle** · 01-21-2007, 08:40 AM

Hawk_FeatherJY From what I could tell from your picture, it looks like you used plywood to make your loom. If so, you might try using thicker wood in the future. I started making my looms out 2"x6" or wider pieces wood. The 2" wood keeps the loom from bowing, twisting, cracking, and breaking while you are in the middle of a piece of beadwork.
Keep your chin up though, I broke warp threads 3 times in after being over half way done with my belt. I was ready to cry!!! With a few tips and taking my time, I was able to replace the warp threads and continue on with my work.

Hawk_FeatherJY · 01-30-2007, 03:37 PM

Thanks for your advice & encoragement

I will definetley do that. It does suck though, cause I need to get the hat band finished so I can take pictures of it on my dads off white felt cowboy hat. I think it will look cool as the predominent color is Turquoise. mmm pretty.

lol well good luck with your prettys too please post pictues I would love to see more work! . Thank you again!

Fat Albert · 01-30-2007, 05:21 PM

Beadman: You looking for someone to butt kick? Give me a call or email when you can since I need to get back in gear on the bottom strip for that vest I have been working on forever! Talk to you later!

Hawk_FeatherJY · 02-06-2007, 07:44 PM

I would like to see what your working on oh eater of the frybread. I love to see the beautiful work people do.

Check in with ya later.

**spottedeagle** · 01-05-2008, 01:41 PM

Something like this for a start Plumes?

**Eagle Plumes** · 01-05-2008, 01:47 PM

ok im here, thank you looks good, I can work with that thank-you!

**spottedeagle** · 01-05-2008, 02:07 PM

No problem EP. I sent you a pm too.

For all those who thought I was posting some new loom work pics, sorry to disappoint. LOL I was Hijacking my own thread to help EP out. And now we return to our original broadcast

So if anyone has some nice loomwork they are wanting to share....this thread has been kinda dead for a while.

01-13-2007, 08:24 AM	#203 (permalink)
spottedeagle FANMAKR Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Soaring over you Posts: 4,471	Beadman is like a machine when it comes to doing loomwork, so take his estimate and multiply that by 5!!! LOL But he is right. a simple design can be done a lot faster than a complex one. The eagle belt I made took.....about 4 months and that was because Beadman continued to provide me with much needed.....kicking in the butt to finish. __________________ The things you are doing today are the traditions of twenty-five years from now. -Daryl Baldwin: Miami

01-14-2007, 01:29 PM	#206 (permalink)
spottedeagle FANMAKR Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Soaring over you Posts: 4,471	Beadman glad to see you too!! LOL As far as my turtle speed approach to craftwork. Well, eventually I do finish a project or two. Even if it requires my friends kicking me in the butt all the time to stay motivated. No way am I attempting the last supper!!! LOL Not even if I was given a lifetime supply of free beads and paid to do it.....how much are we talking about anyway??? __________________ The things you are doing today are the traditions of twenty-five years from now. -Daryl Baldwin: Miami

01-21-2007, 08:40 AM	#208 (permalink)
spottedeagle FANMAKR Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Soaring over you Posts: 4,471	Hawk_FeatherJY From what I could tell from your picture, it looks like you used plywood to make your loom. If so, you might try using thicker wood in the future. I started making my looms out 2"x6" or wider pieces wood. The 2" wood keeps the loom from bowing, twisting, cracking, and breaking while you are in the middle of a piece of beadwork. Keep your chin up though, I broke warp threads 3 times in after being over half way done with my belt. I was ready to cry!!! With a few tips and taking my time, I was able to replace the warp threads and continue on with my work. __________________ The things you are doing today are the traditions of twenty-five years from now. -Daryl Baldwin: Miami

01-05-2008, 01:41 PM	#212 (permalink)
spottedeagle FANMAKR Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Soaring over you Posts: 4,471	Something like this for a start Plumes? __________________ The things you are doing today are the traditions of twenty-five years from now. -Daryl Baldwin: Miami Last edited by spottedeagle; 01-06-2008 at 09:37 PM.

01-05-2008, 02:07 PM	#214 (permalink)
spottedeagle FANMAKR Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Soaring over you Posts: 4,471	No problem EP. I sent you a pm too. For all those who thought I was posting some new loom work pics, sorry to disappoint. LOL I was Hijacking my own thread to help EP out. And now we return to our original broadcast So if anyone has some nice loomwork they are wanting to share....this thread has been kinda dead for a while. __________________ The things you are doing today are the traditions of twenty-five years from now. -Daryl Baldwin: Miami Last edited by spottedeagle; 01-06-2008 at 09:37 PM.

11-19-2006, 12:43 AM	#201 (permalink)
BeadMan Beadworker Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Northeast Iowa Posts: 410	Bohunter, I average about 10 square inches an hour regardless of width. But I am an exception to the norm and have done A LOT of loomwork. I find the most critical element of time usage is the complexity of the pattern. Some simple patterns I do in my head and they go quick. If I have to follow a drawn pattern, such as when doing letters or realistic shapes, you can increase the time by 1/3 to 1/2. Also depends greatly on the materials you use. Also have to figure out how long it will take to set up the project and to finish it if mounting needs to be done.

01-13-2007, 12:30 PM	#204 (permalink)
BeadMan Beadworker Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Northeast Iowa Posts: 410	SpottedEagle--Why don't you try doing the "Last Supper" in beads....it's been a long time since I've had the chance to butt kick anyone!

01-13-2007, 08:47 PM	#205 (permalink)
Hawk_FeatherJY Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Dewey, Oklahoma Posts: 1,552	Wow that would take a really long time lol. I am currently working on a hat band for my dad. it's very time consuming. but pretty. I havent been on cause my comp died. bummer huh. this is a loner comp with windows98...yucky. anyhow I hope every one has had a good holiday season. talk to you later.

01-20-2007, 02:20 PM	#207 (permalink)
Hawk_FeatherJY Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Dewey, Oklahoma Posts: 1,552	thats ok beadeagle i still havent got my dads hat band done but i have an excuse for it... My loom broke! so now im fixing it. so sad. well ttyl

01-30-2007, 03:37 PM	#209 (permalink)
Hawk_FeatherJY Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Dewey, Oklahoma Posts: 1,552	Thanks for your advice & encoragement I will definetley do that. It does suck though, cause I need to get the hat band finished so I can take pictures of it on my dads off white felt cowboy hat. I think it will look cool as the predominent color is Turquoise. mmm pretty. lol well good luck with your prettys too please post pictues I would love to see more work! . Thank you again!

01-30-2007, 05:21 PM	#210 (permalink)
Fat Albert Eater of all frybread!! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 330	Beadman: You looking for someone to butt kick? Give me a call or email when you can since I need to get back in gear on the bottom strip for that vest I have been working on forever! Talk to you later!

02-06-2007, 07:44 PM	#211 (permalink)
Hawk_FeatherJY Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Dewey, Oklahoma Posts: 1,552	I would like to see what your working on oh eater of the frybread. I love to see the beautiful work people do. Check in with ya later.

01-05-2008, 01:47 PM	#213 (permalink)
Eagle Plumes Just Bead it! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: MId-West Posts: 11,492	ok im here, thank you looks good, I can work with that thank-you!