For Christmas this year, my daughter officially joined the biggest craft craze to hit kids gifts since… well… I don’t know what was this big. And if you have little elastics all over the floor, you know what I’m talking about. Yep, that’s right, she received a Rainbow Loom from Santa.
In case you live under a rock, the Rainbow Loom is a little tool that allows you to create bracelets, keychains, charms, and more with small elastics (similar to those you would put at the end of a small braid in your hair, but they are thicker). The bands come in all different colors, and you can create endless combinations with them. As I type this, my daughter has been at the neighbour’s for the past 5 hours, the two of them “Rainbow Looming” together. They have gone Rainbow Loom crazy!
So of course, I had to scour the internet for new ideas for her and her friends to create. Like any logical person, I had to start a pinterest board. And now, I am overflowing with Rainbow Loom ideas. So I am doing what any other logical (blogger) person would do, and I am creating this post to share all the amazing inspiration with you in one spot – so you don’t have to sift through everything like I did. {You can thank me later, when you are up to your eyelids in elastic bracelets.}
Update!! After you scroll through these amazing ideas, check out my follow up post – 40+ MORE Rainbow Loom Ideas!
Here they are… my favorite Rainbow Loom Tutorials and Ideas!
BEGINNER RAINBOW LOOM PATTERNS
Left Column: Diamond Bracelet {Loom Love} / Chevron {Inspired Kids via Rainbow Loomatics}/ Double Inverted Fishtail {The Cheese Thief} / Bonbon Bracelet {Loom Love} / Rainbow Fishtail {Loom Love}
Right Column: Triple Single Bracelet {Loom Love} / Fish Tail Bracelet {Crafty Blog Stalker} / Easy Stretch Bracelets {Crafty Blog Stalker} / Owl Charm Bracelet {Creative Southern Home} / Rainbow Bead Bracelet {HalCraft}
INTERMEDIATE RAINBOW LOOM PATTERNS
Left Column: Extending Bracelets with Single Loom {The Cheese Thief} / Double Sided Bracelet {The Cheese Thief} / The Cube {Loom Love} / Dragon Scale Cuff {Cheryl Mayberry via Rainbow Loomatics} / Times Square {Loom Love} / Double Bead Ladder {Rainbow Loom via Loomatics}
Right Column: Diamond with Rings {Loom Love} / Starburst {Kids Activities Blog} / Rainbow Ladder {Kids Activities Blog}/ Confetti Criss Cross {Loom Love} / Carnation Bracelet {Loom Love}
Rachel Fenton says
I need a rainbow loom big sack big enough for an egg to fit inside ps I’m doing it for a scool project due on April 16 so if you could come up with one then I would be very greatful pps i also would like it if you would make a video on it thank you so very much your the best
Sarah says
I’m sorry, I don’t make them.
Bella says
Hi, if your looking for a rainbow loom kit you can get them off eBay, 2 dollar shop, some Safeway shops and they are really good to make!
Hope ya love em
Alex Orrell says
I love my loom bands that are so cool .you can make all different things like headbands, bags and rings
Cheryl Mayberry says
Hi,
I just wanted to thank you for adding my Dragon Scale Cuff design to you feature.
Should you decide to do an update at any time Have several designed that can be made on one to two forks in stead of making the on a loom. For children that do not have looms. They are very popular so I thought you may be interested in viewing them.
Cheryl Mayberry
Tracey Ellis says
Please can you post to Australia & I would like to pay whatever it costs thanks
Sarah says
Hi – I’m sorry, I don’t make or sell them.
7Loomers says
Our whole house has gone loomy. My younger two girls (9 and 10) prefer doing all the “tail” type bracelets, my middle child (12) has fallen in love with doing charms and prefers them to doing the bracelets, and my oldest daughter (15) and I love creating our own. Son (18) and hubby have even gotten in on the act. While many bands are pretty decent, be careful of the looms! Some have sharp edges/can break easily. For durability, I highly recommend the Rainbow Loom itself, the Sunshine Loom (a LOT more can be done with it, it’s circular, has removable pegs, storage space, a peg in the middle clasps the hook to it – no losing the hook! – comes with a lid, and has size markings along the side to make the perfect sized bracelet every time for anyone)…though the Sunshine Loom is a bit pricier (anywhere from $19-22). The FunLoom and Cra-Z-Loom are also good, sturdy looms, and both of these models can be added onto sideways or up/down for wider or longer creations if you have more than one. Also don’t forget to check out Rainbow Loom’s new Monster Tail! My girls and I have been playing around with ours since they arrived. 18 different patterns included, but we’ve discovered more, as well as ways to make small charms with them, too! The Monster Tail makes doing the “tail” type bracelets (fishtail, hexafish, quadrafish, etc.) a lot easier than trying to do them on the pin bars of the Rainbow – or other – Loom. Hope this helps some who are just catching on to the loomadness!
Chloe says
Yeah I’m 13 and I love doing looms but I only know how to do the fishtale and lope ones cause there the easiest ones to do, so can you post some of the tutorials that would be very helpful.
Thanks x
Sarah says
All of these tutorials can be accessed by clicking the links in the post. Have fun!
Crystal says
To the Grandmother asking where you can purchase rainbow loom, there is a Rainbow loom web store, you can order online, & I think Michael’s sell them. That’s where I purchased my first one, & the next one was ordered directly off the websit at http://www.rainbowloom/home.com
Maria Duran says
I just came across your website and would love to purchase Rainbow Loom. Where in the UK could I get this?
Many thanks
Maria
Sarah says
I’m not sure, as I don’t sell the looms. Try visiting the official Rainbow Loom website, maybe there is a purchase or contact link there. Good luck!
7Loomers says
Yes, rainbowloom.com has international shipping. However, the shipping can get expensive depending on how much you’re buying at one time. While I do highly recommend some extra packs of bands, I wouldn’t get too crazy on there. Maybe 1 loom kit and 4-5 packs of bands (go for the mixes for a bigger selection).
Abbey says
U can get the loom from Amazon or Ebay but for packets of bands go to Smyths or Claires accessories or pound shops…etc I live in UK too 😀
Angela says
Hi!! I was wondering if you know where I can find a tutorial for an “awareness” bracelet, such as breast cancer, autism, addiction awareness, etc.? Thanks!!
Sarah says
I’m not sure, but I would try loomlove.com – they have the largest selection I’ve seen so far. Also try YouTube! Good luck!
Loren Corgey says
Do you have these pattern available to download & print? We do not have internet at our house and my daughter really wants to make new bracelets with new patterns but she cant watch the videos on you tube. Thanks for your help!!
Sarah says
Hi there! Sorry, I do not – I don’t make the patterns, I just put them all together so they were easy to find. I’m sorry!
Deb Harris says
Hi. I’m just curious wether this is more for older girls 10 & up? My granddaughter is about to turn 7. She loves crafts-making things. This looks like something she’d love but don’t want to get something too old for her. Any advice would be great. It’s one of those things that as soon saw it I thought she ‘d love it & the birthday gift was planned. Ijust don’t want to frustrate her too much. If it turns out to be her gift I’m not sure my daughter will love all the small pieces.
Sarah says
Hi Deb!
So sorry for the late reply, these messages went to my spam! Anyway, I teach in elementary school and ALL of the kids are doing it here, even kindergarteners – they just need a little less help as they get older. My daughter is 8 and loves it, I think a 7 year old would be fine, and wouldn’t need much help once she got the hang of it!
Hope that helps and hope it wasn’t too late 🙂
Abbey says
Omg! I <3 this website! I got my Rainbow Loom Metal kit from Ebay because I live in England. it is £19.99 in English and I think about $21-22.00 Idk. Never been to America or used their currency. Btw my rainbow loom package is gonna be at my house this Saturday or next Monday! 😀 Hope this helps!
P:S – U can get bands from Smyths, Claires accessories, Toys R Us, etc…u'll know wat im talkin about if u live in Great Britain.
annelise says
Hi Where can I buy the book? Or be able to print the instructions and patterns? Thank you
Sarah says
Hi there! Click the link for each pattern you want to find the instructions. Thanks!
alaina says
hi just wanted say your website is neat i love rainbow loom but it can be real confusing i hope your tutorials online will help me
Brodie says
Was hoping to get the instructions for the one that’s up the top second row 4th along to your right in the pitcher under the first paragraph!! Thank you