I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the time I did a fiber arts summer camp at my daughter’s school. It was so much fun exposing kids to knitting, crochet, cross stitch, weaving and other fun things to do with yarn and string.
Teaching weaving to kids is pretty easy because they usually get some exposure to it naturally in crafts they do at school with woven paper. Most kids by first or second grade will understand the “over under” concept. It’s great for building fine motor skills and learning about repetition.
It’s also super calming and a great way to use little scraps of yarn or strips of fabric you might have in your craft stash.
I love to start with a nature walk and have kids pick out a stick with a v shape. Then you can learn to weave on a stick, which is a cool thing to display.
Weaving with straws is another easy way to get kids started with weaving, and with this tutorial from One Little Project kids can easily and quickly make a colorful bangle bracelet.
Making a loom out of a piece of cardboard is a classic (if you don’t know how to do this, check out the tutorial from Childhood 101), and while you can just weave on it in a normal way, I love this project from Art Teacher in 101, where she uses a cardboard loom to weave a colorful house.
This is extra cute because you can add buttons or little pieces of felt to be the windows and doors, and every kid is sure to make a unique project.
And once you’ve got cardboard weaving down, there’s no end to the things you can try. Art Bar has a great doodle weaving project that I really want to drop everything and make right now because it’s such an easy way to combine leftover bits of yarn and play with weaving in a way that isn’t just making straight lines.
So fun for kids and adults!
Check out these weaving Looms
you can buy on Amazon.
Woven Milk Carton Coasters – Weaving with milk cartons not only promotes sustainability and reduces waste but also provides a fantastic opportunity to explore different weaving techniques. As you transform the carton strips into intricate patterns, you’ll enhance your fine motor skills, patience, and attention to detail. Plus, you’ll have a practical and stylish set of coasters to show off to your friends and family.
Woven Lanyard Bag – grab your colorful lanyards and let your imagination run wild. Get ready to weave a bag that will turn heads wherever you go. Whether you’re heading to the beach, a picnic, or simply out and about, your woven lanyard bag will be your trusty companion. Let’s weave our way to fashion-forward adventures!
Adorable Llama Weaving Project – Weaving is an ancient art form that has been practiced for centuries, and it offers a wide range of benefits for kids like you. As you weave the colorful yarn through the loom, you’ll develop your fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to express your artistic side and let your imagination run wild. With each thread you weave, you’ll gain a sense of accomplishment and pride in creating something truly unique.
Recycled Magazine Weaving – Weaving with recycled materials is not only fun but also teaches us the importance of repurposing and reducing waste. By reusing old magazines, you’re giving them a new life and reducing the demand for new paper. As you weave the strips of colorful pages, you’ll not only develop your artistic skills but also learn about sustainability and the power of upcycling.
Homemade Weaving Loom for Kids – With your homemade loom, you’ll have the power to weave colorful threads and bring your artistic visions to life. Not only will you develop your fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, but you’ll also gain a sense of pride and accomplishment knowing that you built a tool to fuel your creative endeavors.
Fun Paper Weaving Craft – Paper weaving is not only enjoyable but also offers a wide range of benefits for young artists like you. As you weave the vibrant paper strips, you’ll enhance your fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and concentration. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to explore different patterns and textures, unleashing your creativity in remarkable ways.
Paper Plate Loom – With just a few simple steps, you’ll transform a plain paper plate into a functional loom, ready to be adorned with colorful threads. As you weave the threads back and forth, you’ll develop your fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and patience. It’s a wonderful way to relax, express yourself, and create beautiful patterns.
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