Showing posts with label rug. Show all posts
Showing posts with label rug. Show all posts

Monday, November 23, 2015

Tutorial - How to Weave a Rag Rug

http://thefarmhouseinthefield.blogspot.com/2014/06/weave-your-home-little-happy-rug.html
Perfect to have under your feet when doing the dishes

Tutorial at The Farmhouse in the Field Blog

"I love making things to make my home happy and cozy. Sure, you can go out and buy some mass produced item, but when you make a basket, quilt or rag rug for your home, you know what the quality of the item is, you choose the materials and you can change up the colors, textures, etc.  I started this blog featuring one of these rugs. They are the perfect use up for selvages, old  flannel blankets that have torn or even to reduce that fabric stash we all have. These make wonderful gifts and they may last long enough to even be passed down. I made my first rag rug over a year ago and I'm happy to say, it's one of my favorite things I've ever made".... Read more

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Tutorial - How to Crochet a Mosaic Rug

Individual crocheted rug pieces can be arranged in many designs

Mosaic Rug Tutorial at Krpena Lutkica Blog

"Make 12 squares. Wash them gently, by hand, and while still wet to form a regular shape so that they may all be the same size. Allow them to dry completely. On the reverse of each square ušijte tape to prevent slippage. Order a small carpet squares in the desired way (as the pictures). Also on the back of the squares in the corners and pull-tab can sew buttons, in order to remain pressed against each other. Make 12 pieces. Wash them gently and, while still wet, form them in the right square shapes and make sure they are the same size. Allow to dry completely. Sew anti-slip stripes to the back of each square. Arrange them into a little rug in any way you like".... Read more

Monday, March 26, 2012

Tutorial - How to Make a Macrame Rug

Great Fabric Stash Busting Project

Macrame Rug Tutorial at The L-T Experience Blog

"Isn't this a gorgeous rug?  The first time I went with Terry up north, I saw a bunch of these handmade rugs scattered all over his family's cottage. They were so soft and fabulous that I wanted to figure out how to make them.  And they aren't difficult at all!" Read more

Friday, October 15, 2010

Tutorial - How to Make a Rag Rug

Oh how I love rag rugs! And what cool tools she has!

Rag Rug Tutorial at The Patchwork Heart
"This craft is extremely economical as the main material used is recycled clothing and bedding. Most fabric is suitable, the thicker the better, but keep to the same weight fabric in each rug,
eg. all shirts/bedding or all t shirts..." Read more

Thursday, March 25, 2010

Tutorial - How to Crochet a Rag Rug

I love the traditional look of rag rugs. If you can do a single crochet, you can make this rug. Easy!

Crochet Rag Rug Tutorial at SugarBee Craft Edition
"I think I've already mentioned that I LOVE watching the Olympics - every sport is so fascinating. I normally don't watch so much TV, so I feel like I need to do something while I'm watching. It had to be something I could sit and hold, that required minimal thought. This Rag Rug was perfect - I made it while watching last week. In fact, last summer Olympics I did the same project, just different material..." Read more

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Tutorial - How to Make a Rag Toothbrush Rug

I have a thing for throw rugs. I used to be very into rug hooking and tried several other techniques. So very fun and beautiful results. Love this method!

Rag Toothbrush Rug Tutorial at
AlpacaBytes

"Rag rugs are a blast to make and do not require any fancy techniques like crocheting. The rugs are fairly quick to make and you can see the results of your efforts take shape in just a few rows. This technique is not limited to rugs, you can also make other items like a rag placemat, dog bed, cat bed, bedspread, basket, or anything else you can think of..." Read more