Loom Knitting Tools
Choose an adjustable or fixed sock loom
Match the pattern’s yarn and gauge, then check whether you need a fixed peg count or an adjustable slider.
Start with the pattern and sock yarn
Check which loom and peg count the instructions call for. A wooden frame alone tells you little about the fabric. The Sock Loom 2 has 3/8-inch spacing and Knitting Board recommends worsted yarn for it. Compare against the actual requirements of a lighter sock pattern before buying.
Choose how you will set the circumference
The Sock Loom 2 moves a slider along the frame and locks it at the required position. A fixed set gives you the peg counts of the supplied looms. If you plan to make several sizes, compare each pattern’s cast-on with the counts available on the models you are considering.
Separate circumference from length
The cast-on and stitch gauge govern the tube’s circumference. The pattern tells you when to stop knitting the leg or foot and start shaping the heel or toe. Check a new sock’s measurements before making a matching pair.