traditional loom

Warp Threads The threads that are strung onto any loom are called Warp threads. These are the threads that will support your beads and form the basic structure for your beadwork. These are always strung onto your loom.
Warping a Traditional Loom To string a traditional loom, you attach your thread at one end, run the thread to the other side and attach it there. There is usually a spring or other devise to keep the threads separate and also something to attach the threads to. You will attach as many threads as needed to accommodate your beads. I like to have at least 12 inches of threads at each end. These threads will need to be worked into your work. By having an ample length you can easily weave a terminal or bead and loop clasp. When on the loom the tension should be taught on your threads.

Weft Threads Weft threads are the threads weaved onto the warp threads, holding the beads onto the warp threads. The traditional loom will have the work surface supported across the loom, The Sharondipity Bracelet loom will be worked around the loom by moving the area to be worked into a workspace. Work your weft threads and beads until you have filled the workspace. Once it is filled, cut the anchor thread loose. Move the loom work up so the last row is lined up with the top edge of workspace. Keep filling the workspace until there is no more room left to work and the first row meets the last one. Working the weft threads String on your beads. Run your needle through the loom under the warp threads. “Park” each bead into its space. Run your needle back through the beads, making sure that the needle is over the warp threads.

Repetitive Patterns You will work the loom stitch in a repetitive pattern until you have approximately the length desired for your bracelet. You will work a few rows of the background color, to adjust the length, and a point at each end with half of the bead and loop clasp.
Finishing off the ends: Step 1 Tie a half hitch onto the last warp thread. Run back through the last bead of the last row worked. Tie a half hitch onto the second warp thread. Begin a new row. Begin the second pass through the beads at the second to the last thread. Repeat the process until you have formed the end point. Step 2 Cut your work off the loom. Thread one of the edge warp thread to a needle. Run through a few rows and tie off. Repeat on the opposite warp thread. Weave in the warp threads in the same fashion. Use the last 2 warp threads and the tail of the last weft to form your loop and bead clasp.