This review is from : Harrisville Designs Style B Easyweaver
Weak Weaver . Design vs Dollars; dollars wins again. The choice between good design and construction versus costs is a challenge for most people who have their eye on the bottom line. Here too someone decided they should cut corners on the construction in order to keep the cost down. If it's really a choice of a few dollars why not make up the difference in quantity, sell more of them by building in quality. Then this review would have been raving.
The weaver is still cool for most pre-teens and teens, maybe even younger. Just using it gives you an elementary understanding of weaving and you can't help but wonder how large textile manufacturers do it on larger scales. But like I started out saying, they cut one of the most critical corners in any design. A single point failure in the ratchet gear mechanism. It doesn't engage the ratchet completely thus it pops out and doesn't hold the fabric in place. I'm handy so replacing the gear mechanism is not too difficult but something so simple shouldn't be the failure of the entire toy. But it is.
Weak Weaver . Design vs Dollars; dollars wins again. The choice between good design and construction versus costs is a challenge for most people who have their eye on the bottom line. Here too someone decided they should cut corners on the construction in order to keep the cost down. If it's really a choice of a few dollars why not make up the difference in quantity, sell more of them by building in quality. Then this review would have been raving.
The weaver is still cool for most pre-teens and teens, maybe even younger. Just using it gives you an elementary understanding of weaving and you can't help but wonder how large textile manufacturers do it on larger scales. But like I started out saying, they cut one of the most critical corners in any design. A single point failure in the ratchet gear mechanism. It doesn't engage the ratchet completely thus it pops out and doesn't hold the fabric in place. I'm handy so replacing the gear mechanism is not too difficult but something so simple shouldn't be the failure of the entire toy. But it is.
Harrisville Designs Style B Easyweaver Reviews
Cheap and better than a cardboard loom! . So I bought this for myself in order to make cloth as part of tote bags that I gave a presents. I would consider myself an adult :-P and I love weaving on this. The tension thing is a little wonky, but I just retighten it as needed. It's a pain to rethread (which I guess is why they sale refills). The wool yarn is attached to the loom via velcro, which means that you can't use other fiber types.
Cheap and better than a cardboard loom! . So I bought this for myself in order to make cloth as part of tote bags that I gave a presents. I would consider myself an adult :-P and I love weaving on this. The tension thing is a little wonky, but I just retighten it as needed. It's a pain to rethread (which I guess is why they sale refills). The wool yarn is attached to the loom via velcro, which means that you can't use other fiber types.
Harrisville Designs Style B Easyweaver Opinions
Dissapointed . This product does not function correctly. The brakes on the weft rollers do not properly hold the tension. Overall, I am dissapointed with the product comparing the cost to the functionality.
Dissapointed . This product does not function correctly. The brakes on the weft rollers do not properly hold the tension. Overall, I am dissapointed with the product comparing the cost to the functionality.
easy weaver--B . My grand-girls loved this introduction to weaving! However, as an experienced weaver, I have some suggestions for the manufacturer: the warp should be wound more carefully and 'packed' with paper to keep the weaving more even. Also, if the center support for the rigid heddle (in its upper position) were 1/4-1/2 inch higher, it would create a better shed. The limited shed-space in the upper position, makes it hard to pass the shuttle from one side to the other. The included yarns produced two beaufiful scarves.
A whole lot of fun! . I FINALLY got one! And it came already warped with 2 yards of WOOL & 6 bobbins of wool to finish weaving it, which is close to $60 worth of wool alone. This means you can open the box & start weaving! It may be listed as a toy but it's a great first loom & a lot less expensive than Ashford or others by loom & wheel producers. I love it.
weaving loom ridged heddle . This small loom is easy to use and practical. It has enough size to be versitle yet small enough to make it good for a small space. Buying it on Amazon makes it very doable financially.Good deal all around.
loom . This was purchased as a gift for grandchildren for Christmas. They have learned how the weaving process works. So, far it has been a good product. I would not recommend it for young children , however. It really is not a toy to be played with. It is wonderful for children who like to be creative.
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Feature Harrisville Designs Style B Easyweaver
- Easy weavers are pre-threaded with the yarn on them as shown.
- Sew the strips together and make pillow covers, blankets, clothing and more!
- Produce a surprising variety of woven pieces
- Even someone who has never woven before will find this process easy and enjoyable.
- Made of finished wood and are made to last
Product Details
EAN : 0746331054243UPC : 746331054243
MPN : 424
Brand : Harrisville Designs
Weight : 10 pounds
Height : 8 inches
Length : 20 inches
Width : 19 inches
Binding : Toy
Manufacturer : Harrisville Designs
Manufacturer Maximum Age : 12 years
Manufacturer Minimum Age : 8 years
Model : F424-AZ
Publisher : Harrisville Designs
SKU : HVL424
Studio : Harrisville Designs
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