VISIBLE MENDING / SMALL TOOLS, PERSONAL DETAILS

THE 14-HOOK MINI DARNING LOOM KIT

Mend what you love.

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Turn a small worn spot into a detail worth keeping. A compact hand loom holds your fabric and organizes the threads, so you can focus on weaving the patch, one row at a time.

  • 14 metal hooks
  • 6.5 cm wooden disc
  • Manual weaving
$39.90 USD

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See the four steps

THE PIECES YOU STILL WANT TO WEAR

A small hole can sideline a favorite.

The jeans that fit just right, the sweater you reach for every weekend, the socks you always pack. Here are three little repairs worth starting.

A frayed hole in the knee of dark indigo jeans on an oak entryway bench.

The knee that finally gave way

The denim around the knee is soft from wear, and the hole is starting to fray. A small woven patch can give the spot a new surface.

A small snag hole above the cuff of a cream knit sweater resting on a green armchair.

The snag near the cuff

One snag left a hole in a favorite knit sleeve. Use a matching thread for a quiet repair or let a contrasting patch show.

A hole worn through the heel of a rust-colored knit sock in a laundry basket.

The heel worn through

A thin heel has opened up, even though the rest of the sock still feels good. Start with a small spot you can lay flat over the wooden disc.

Darning loom with colorful visible mending on denim
Finished project shown for inspiration.

WHY THE 14-HOOK MINI LOOM HELPS

Make the next repair easier to start.

Set the fabric over the disc, then weave a patch one row at a time. Match the thread to the garment or give the repair its own color.

Keep the repair area steady
The round wooden base supports the fabric while the elastic bands hold it against the disc.
Keep the weaving rows organized
The 14 hooks space the lengthwise threads. Flip the hooks between passes to open the next row for your needle.
Practice with a small setup
Use the four illustrated steps to practice on scrap fabric first. The compact tool tucks away between repairs.

LOOK CLOSELY

Simple parts that work together.

See the hook row, the wood grain and the elastic fastening before you choose your kit.

Angled macro photograph of the darning loom hook row
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A row of 14 hooks

The stainless steel mechanism organizes the warp threads. Alternate the hook position between passes to open the next row.

Close-up of the 14-hook darning loom and its compact wooden base
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A shaped wooden base

The round 6.5 cm disc sits beneath your fabric and gives the repair a supported surface.

Low side view showing the wooden disc and metal mechanism
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An elastic hold

Fastening bands hold the fabric against the disc so the repair area stays in place as you work.

One 14-hook mini darning loom kit with a wooden base and metal hook mechanism

KNOW WHAT YOU’RE GETTING

Inside each kit

  • 14-hook mini darning loom
  • Round wooden base
  • Crochet hook
  • Sewing needle
  • Elastic bands

Approximately 60 g per bagged kit

Bring your own thread and fabric. The finished patches and styling props shown are project ideas.

Mini Trial Pack with 12 skeins in 12 assorted colors

SET UP YOUR FIRST REPAIR

The loom holds the fabric. What will you weave with?

The tool kit comes with needles and bands. Add thread before you check out so you can start practicing as soon as your kit arrives.

  • 12 colors to match a worn spot or make a visible patch.
  • Six separable strands per skein. Use fewer strands for a finer repair, and match the thickness to your needle and fabric.
  • Choose 12 skeins to try it out or 36 skeins for more projects.
Choose your thread pack From $28.99 USD

Thread is a separate add-on and ships only when ordered together with the loom.

YOUR FIRST PATCH

Four steps, one row at a time.

Follow the same small denim repair from setup to the last stitch. Tap a step to see exactly where the band, thread or needle goes.

Hands pulling the yellow elastic into the wooden disc groove over blue denim
Look at the rim. The yellow band holds the blue denim against the wooden disc.

Step 1 of 4

Secure the fabric

Slip the wooden disc under the fabric and center the hole. Pull the yellow elastic into the groove around the disc so it clamps the fabric. Attach the metal hook head above the hole and secure it with the second band.

The cloth should lie flat across the top of the disc. The band grips around the rim.

Light warp threads looped over the loom hooks and anchored in denim below the hole
Follow the light thread from the metal hooks down to the small stitches beneath the hole.

Step 2 of 4

Set the lengthwise threads

Anchor the thread in sound denim just below the hole. Bring it up over one hook, then back down for a small stitch beside the first. Repeat with the next hook until the parallel threads span the hole.

Each lengthwise thread connects a hook to sound fabric. Keep the threads straight and gently taut.

A threaded needle moving sideways between lengthwise threads above a partially woven patch
Look for the horizontal needle between the lengthwise threads, just above the woven rows.
Thread path: over one, under the next.

Step 3 of 4

Weave across

Start at the lower anchor line. Slide the threaded needle sideways across the gap between the raised and lowered threads. Flip the hooks and pass the needle back through the new gap. Repeat, working toward the hooks.

The lengthwise threads stay on the hooks. The needle and working thread travel across them.

A needle securing the last loops at the edge of a woven patch after the loom is removed
Stitch the last loose loops into the denim along the top edge of the patch.

Step 4 of 4

Finish the edges

Remove the bands and lift away the metal head and disc. The threads that were on the hooks leave small loops along the top edge. Stitch each loop to sound denim and weave the remaining thread ends into the patch.

Check that each loop is secured before trimming the loose ends.

MAKE IT PART OF YOUR DAY

One little loom, four ways to make.

A first patch can lead to a new habit, a shared moment or something personal to give.

Finished woven repair on an indigo denim jacket beside a cup of tea
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A quiet craft ritual

Set aside a little time for yourself. Choose thread you love and turn a worn spot into a small win you can wear.

Parent and child choosing thread colors beside a small repair on denim
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Make something together

Let children choose colors and plan the pattern while an adult handles the needles and hooks. Compare the finished patch with the colors you picked together.

Canvas tote with a small woven patch wrapped as a gift
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Give a personal touch

Add a small woven detail to a favorite tote or a piece you’re gifting. Pick colors that make it feel like it was made just for them.

A maker arranging small woven samples and pouches at a craft market
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Try a small maker project

Practice on swatches, then try a few custom repairs or embellished pieces for a craft table or online shop. Start small and price for your materials and time.

Illustrated project ideas. The kit includes the tools listed above.

ORDER WITH CONFIDENCE

Know what to expect.

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Help with your order

For a missing part or a problem with your kit, contact us with your order number. The return policy explains the next steps.

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A few things before you start

Can I use it for a large hole?

This mini loom is best for small, flat repairs. The 6.5 cm disc is the support size. Usable patch size depends on hook spacing, fabric and how you secure it.

Is thread included?

Bring your own thread and fabric. Each kit comes with the 14-hook mini darning loom, round wooden base, crochet hook, sewing needle and elastic bands.

Can a beginner use it?

Yes. Start on a small scrap with a visible thread color. Practice setting the threads and alternating the hooks before trying a favorite garment.

Can I use it with my child?

Children can help choose colors and plan patterns. An adult should handle the needles and metal hooks and store them out of reach.

How should I look after it?

Wipe the metal and wood clean and dry before storing. Test on a scrap or hidden area when working with delicate or stretchy fabrics.

YOUR FIRST PATCH STARTS HERE

Give a favorite piece another chapter.

Choose one kit for your first project, or a pack to share with another maker.

Choose your kit pack
Editorial flat lay of the mini darning loom with craft materials