It all started so wonderfully. A summer craze that, unlike the fleeting Silly Bandz of previous years, actually required some focus and skill. My daughter, Mia, spent less time on her tablet, pouring her creativity into crafting countless bracelets. She made them for us, her siblings, grandparents, and friends. The Rainbow Loom was a refreshing twist on a classic art form, and I couldn’t have been happier with her newfound passion.
But then, things began to shift. Mia started to hear about trendy new stitches from her camp friends. The once-coveted single and fishtail designs were old news; now, it was all about the zipper and starburst patterns. Her friends were learning these techniques from YouTube tutorials, and suddenly, the internet sensation, eleven-year-old Zoe, overshadowed Mia’s previous crafting idols. The competition for screen time was fierce. Strike one for the beloved loom. Yet, Mia continued to use it during our tennis practice and while waiting at the doctor’s office. I remained a fan.
Last week, Mia’s brothers decided they wanted to join in on the fun. At first, watching Evan pick up the stitches with remarkable speed using just his fingers was endearing. Mia even held looming classes in the living room after dinner, and my heart swelled as the three of them sat together, fully absorbed in their creations.
However, things escalated quickly. Instead of just a few stray rubber bands scattered about, I now found hundreds throughout the house. They were on the walkway, in my cereal bowl, stuffed into every pocket I owned, and even in the dog’s poop—oh, so that’s where the c-clips went! The kids were making bracelets, trading them, breaking them, and, of course, arguing incessantly over who gets which. I can’t recall having a conversation with any of them in the last few weeks that didn’t involve the Rainbow Loom in some way.
The silver lining is that this obsession, like all others, will eventually fade. I still have the forgotten Jibbitz, Webkinz, and Silly Bandz to show for it. The only lingering question is, when will it happen? Because honestly, it can’t come soon enough.
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In summary, while the Rainbow Loom brought joy and creativity to my children’s lives, its recent explosion into chaos is a reminder of how quickly interests can shift. Despite the mess, it’s all part of the parenting adventure.