A denim rug has been on my upcycling bucket list for ages.
Rug hooking with denim.
Rug hooking is the craft of creating rugs by pulling loops of fabric or yarn through a woven backing.
But i m really chuffed with how it s turned out.
Sew the strips together end to end to create three long denim strips that each measures 3 inches wide by 84 inches long.
You do have to pay more attention to the fabric when you are cutting the strips however.
A rag rug is the perfect upcycling project because denim is so hard wearing.
There is evidence of rug hooking techniques in rag rugs made by the vikings.
Inspired by the flower that is pretty enough to eat.
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This comes complete with a 8 by 8 frame and instructions for mounting.
And what a great way to start off a new year of crafting by finally making one.
Step 1 use scissors to cut strips out of old denim jeans that measure 3 inches wide by 12 inches long each.
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Felted and ready to use.
A hook is used to pull these loops through thus the name rug hooking.
Work each new row directly adjacent to the previously completed row until the canvas is filled.
A creamy and delicious neutral plaid.
Choose an option order in 1 4 yard increments.
I have been wanting to combine crochet and rag rug making for a long time.
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Learn a few key things to make this process a litte easier.
Nasturtiums with frame rug hooking kit 8 x 8 99 95.
It is believed that rug hooking as a popular home art s origin is.
Color dyeing works well with denim too.
The only way i had seen before was a braiding method but i found it hard on the hands and gave up.
Hooking a rug with denim strips is not done any differently than hooking a rug with wool strips.
I m pleased that i can tick the denim rug off my list.
Follow the same process of hooking and tying the denim pieces in the rows of the rug mesh backing.
Kingsman 12 00 36 00.
A definite go to piece for rug hooking or wool applique.
Article by dana choate.
Make a denim rag rug utilizing a few basic craft materials.
Undyed linen from webs.
Weaving my denim strip rug made out of old jeans.
Be very sure to cut on the straight of the fabric.