Hand hooked rugs

I’m often asked how to prevent twisted loops…this is what I share with my students… May people like twisted, uneven loops and that is fine! However, if you don’t and are struggling try this… My #1 tip is what I call "scooping"...it works with any width wool and any type of hook on any foundation!. Begin by holding your wool strip/yarn FLAT between your thumb and forefinger underneath your foundation. Hold it close to the foundation, my thumb nail often scrapes against the underside of my…

For those who sell rugs there seems to be an ongoing debate at calculating a fair price. Fair in respect to the rug hooker as well as the potential buyer. One never wants to give their work...

Looking for a winter hobby? You might find everything you're looking for in hooking. I had no idea that I had everything it took to make a spectacular hooker, but a few years ago, on

If you are interested in learning to hook rugs, this introduction is for you. I hook a primitive style of rugs, which I sell on Etsy.

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

Lucille Festa had always been interested in antiques. But it was when Lucille was studying women’s history in America that hand-hooked rugs drew her in.

Name: Anne Bond Location: Ashtabula, Ohio, and Northville, Michigan Tell us a bit about yourself. What are some of your interests and hobbies? Designing, dyeing, and hooking—I really enjoy teaching this art to anybody that is interested, from beginner to those that are experienced. I am blessed to have three children and five grandchildren; I enjoy being mother and a Nana. How did you get introduced to rug hooking? 24 years ago, a friend showed me her new hobby and her first rug. was

I’ve been remiss….I started this rug two whole years ago, when the cats were kittens and hooking was a solitary activity. My, how things change. Hooking has become a group activity. Bef…

How to Hook Rugs from Start to Finish A Free Beginner How to Course in Hooking Rugs compliments of Deanne Fitzpatrick Rug Hooking Studio Hooking rugs is easy. You can even teach yourself. You pull…

The House and Sunflowers hooked rug runner is an appealing folk art-inspired design by artist Teresa Kogut. Crafted with space-dyed yarn specially made to include variations in color, this hooked runner echoes the look of authentic antique hooked rugs. With its appealing palette and design, this beautiful rug can fit perfectly into many decor styles including rustic, Americana, primitive, farmhouse, lodge, lakehouse, traditional and even contemporary decors. Design elements include a lovely…