Harrisville Designs
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Harrisville Designs has been manufacturing products in Harrisville, NH since 1971. We carry 4 verified American-made Harrisville Designs products.
A Mill Town Since 1794
Harrisville, New Hampshire is one of the oldest planned mill villages in America, established in 1794 around a series of textile mills powered by the Harris Flow. The town produced wool cloth for over a century before industrial decline reduced its mill operations. In 1971, Harrisville Designs was founded to revive the textile tradition, operating out of the historic mill complex that still defines the town's character.
The company's founding product was a wool yarn made from New England fleece, sold to hand weavers and crafters who wanted domestic fiber. Over time, Harrisville Designs expanded into weaving kits and the potholder loom that has become their most recognized product — a simple wooden frame with pegs that allows children and adults to weave cotton loops into fabric squares. The Friendly Loom has introduced thousands of Americans to the fundamentals of weaving.
Made in Harrisville, New Hampshire
Every Harrisville Designs product is made in Harrisville, New Hampshire, using the same historic mill facilities that have produced textiles in the town for over two centuries. The potholder looms are crafted from solid wood with metal pegs, and the cotton loops are made from 100% natural cotton that is colorfast and machine washable. The looms come in 7-inch and 12-inch sizes — the 7-inch produces standard potholder squares, while the 12-inch makes larger pieces suitable for placemats and lap pads.
The Friendly Loom system is designed to be the first experience in fiber arts for children, requiring no special tools beyond the included hook and introducing concepts — tension, pattern, color coordination — that translate to more complex weaving and textile work. Adults use the same looms for meditation crafting and small-batch textile production. For families who want a craft activity rooted in American manufacturing tradition, Harrisville Designs represents a genuine connection to the mill heritage of New England.
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Harrisville Designs Friendly Loom — Potholder Loom 12-inch Large
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Harrisville Designs Friendly Loom — Potholder Loom 7-inch
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harrisville Designs made in the USA?
Yes. Harrisville Designs manufactures 4 verified products in Harrisville, NH. Harrisville Designs has made weaving looms and wool yarn in the historic mill town of Harrisville, New Hampshire since 1971, teaching generations of American children to weave on the original Friendly Loom potholder kit.
Where is Harrisville Designs manufactured?
Harrisville Designs is headquartered in Harrisville, NH. Manufacturing takes place in Harrisville, NH.
What Harrisville Designs products can I buy?
We carry 4 verified Harrisville Designs products across Arts & Crafts. Every listing links directly to Amazon with verified American manufacturing.
When was Harrisville Designs founded?
Harrisville Designs was founded in 1971. Harrisville Designs has made weaving looms and wool yarn in the historic mill town of Harrisville, New Hampshire since 1971, teaching generations of American children to weave on the original Friendly Loom potholder kit.
Does Harrisville Designs ship from Amazon?
Yes, all Harrisville Designs products listed here are available on Amazon with free shipping for Prime members.