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  • Introduction

    • Creating improvised looms is an excellent opportunity for children to learn about textile art, develop fine motor skills, and enhance their creativity. By using simple materials such as chairs, cardboard boxes, and other everyday objects, we can make functional looms and weave beautiful pieces.

◄Activity 3: Improvised Loom with Cardboard
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  • Activity 4: Improvised Loom with Plastic or Paper Plate

    • Materials:
      • Plastic or paper plate
      • Yarn or thread (in various colors)
      • Scissors
      • Ruler
      • Pencil
    • Instructions:

      1. Selecting the Plate:
        Choose a flat plastic or paper plate.

      2. Marking and Cutting:
        Use a pencil and ruler to mark points around the rim of the plate at equal distances. Typically, 8-12 points are sufficient, depending on the size of the plate.
        Make small slits at the marked points using scissors. Ensure the slits are deep enough to hold the yarn securely.

      3. Creating the Warp Threads:
        Select a yarn for the warp threads (vertical threads on the loom).
        Thread the yarn through the slits, starting from one and continuing across, creating a "star" pattern with the yarn passing through the center of the plate.
        Tie the ends of the yarn behind the plate to secure them in place.
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      4. Weaving:
        Choose yarn for weaving. Start by passing the yarn over and under the warp threads (threads through the slits). Each time you reach the edge, turn and continue weaving in the opposite direction, maintaining the same pattern (over-under).
        When changing colors, tie the end of the yarn to a new yarn and continue weaving.
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      5. Completion:

        Once you reach the desired size or cover most of the plate, stop weaving.
        Tie the final end of the yarn to one of the warp threads to secure it.

      6. Removal from the Plate:

        Carefully remove the warp threads from the slits of the plate.
        Tie the ends of the yarn to secure the fabric.



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