The invention discloses a loom for forming a linked item and a method of forming the linked item, such as Bruun linked items including bracelets, necklaces and other wearable or decorative items. A device comprises a base and a plurality of pins, wherein the base defines an inner space, a top surface and a periphery; the pins are arranged around the periphery of the base; each of the pins comprises a flange and an inlet groove, each flange is used for keeping an elastic band at a proper position; and each inlet groove penetrates through the corresponding flange along the corresponding pin and enters the periphery of the base. The loom comprises the base which supports a plurality of pins which extend upwards. Each pin comprises the flange which is used for keeping the elastic band at an expected position.