Looming with beads is an ancient practice that has endured the test of time and flourishes anew. You can weave with beads alone or incorporate other materials such as fibers and leather to create truly stunning jewelry and accessories.
 
Bead looming can be created on most traditional looms and there are various methods for finishing the warp threads, including weaving warps back in or creating fringes. On no-finish looms there is minimal finishing as the warp threads are incorporated into the outer edges of the weave. 

My no-finish bead and small tapestry loom

I designed this loom for myself because I dislike having to weave the warp threads into the completed beadwork or fiber weave. There are only two final threads needed to finish your project. I manufacture it so you can enjoy its advantages (yes, I do this myself) using parts created on my 3D printers, along with purchased hardware. 

The loom allows you to set your sizing precisely (up to 10.5" long and 6.5" wide) and there is plenty of hand room under the warp. It's slightly elevated at the outer end so you can see what you're doing. It's not a panacea, it does have some limits—but it's a great loom for small items. 

Circe Necklace with beads and fibers, available on this site and also featured in my book LOOMING BEADS AND FIBERS

A bracelet in a serape pattern, entirely loomed in beads. The closure is buttonholes with pearls used as the buttons

Bead looming combined with fibers and decorative disk turquoise. One of the turquoise rounds serves as the button closure.