These posts will be especially helpful for the rug hooker just beginning!
Finishing a hooked rug is a very important step. I teach this method to all beginners, but it is also the finish that I use the most. In fact, it is the finish I am using on my room-sized rug. After the edge of the rug is prepared, folded and secured in place with some…
As a general rule of thumb you need four times the wool to cover an area. Calculators are included inside The Rug Hooking Journey* membership inside The Basics course. *The Rug Hooking Journey is a paid membership site offering hundreds of hours of videos created since 2016. In this video I will teach you how…
Episode 009 Where to start rug hooking General rug hooking “rules” To create a beautiful rug, you need the right wool to hook a rug, and learning how to rug hook with the right technique will ensure each loop is perfectly placed for a stunning design.
Episode 007 How to rug hook – pulling up the loops Pulling up your loops can be frustrating, but I may be able to help. Grab a hook and play along with this episode. If you’re looking to try a new craft, start rug hooking today and discover the joy of creating beautiful, textured designs…
Episode 006 – Cutting Rug Hooking Wool You can cut your wool strips with a fancy cutter or a simple pair of scissors. Either way works—it just depends on what you have on hand. Rotary cutters do not work as well due to wool’s low thread count per inch. Need a review of the rug…
Episode 005 Be sure to visit Cindi Gay Recommendation page for the latest links. With just a few quality tools, you’ll be ready to start your first rug hooking project and enjoy every loop along the way with the Rug Hooking Podcast. Rug Hooking Frames Hook Rug Hooking Backing (aka Foundation Cloth) Scissors for Rug…
Episode 3 – Hooked Rug Finish Tips Locating the knife fold edge carefully, keeping it far from your hooked rugs loops, and choosing the right yarn for whipping, you can ensure your finishing is strong and long-lasting, while learning more tips and techniques through further discussions, listen to a rug hooking podcast to hear techniques…
