Modern rug hooking

How does abstract work with rug hooking? Can you use a modern style with such a traditional craft? These are the questions that some people ask themselves when they start thinking about hooking in the abstract. The answer is a resounding yes. Rug hooking and abstract art are perfect for each other. But like any marriage, being perfect for each other does not make it easy. It takes work.

A review of all the van gogh rugs hooked at Loopy Wool over the years.

We’re pleased to publish this guest post, written by Katrina Crossley, about Miriam Miller, who uses the techniques she learnt as a child in the North East of England of making ‘proggy’ rag mats to create rugs inspired by the landscape of her home in Australia. Miriam Miller lives on the south coast of New South Wales,

Rug hooking patterns designed by Cindi Gay. Can't find the design you are looking for? Your suggestions often turn into new rughooking patterns!

Rose Pearlman shares a bath mat DIY from her upcoming rug hooking book—you’ll want to dabble in textile art after reading, we guarantee.

Size: 12.5" x 12.5" Available on monk's cloth, linen or rug warp. Choose a backing option below All backings are the same price.

Excited to share this item from my #etsy shop: The Art of RUG HOOKING - Anne D Mather - Comprehensive Techniques GUIDE + Projects - Floor Mats, Hangings, Chair Seats++ #housewarming #christmas #rugmaking #dancingbearpattern #dyeingfabriccraft #floorcoverings #wallhangings #woolseatpads #outofprint

Yesterday on Easter Sunday God surprised us with a little reminder that spring is not here yet---a mix of rain, sleet and snow and slick ...