Free online rug weaving books rugmaking at bellaonline. Rug warps, rug wefts, rag crochet supplies, yarns, books, weaving equipment, loom parts, orco, and kessinech looms, and various other crafting supplies we keep adding new items to please our customers like you. I thought i could put a few tips on here, that i have learned from other weavers. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. How to make rag rugs as ive mentioned before, weve been very excited to get moved into our farmhouse since we basically found out we didnt have any other options. You find them in nearly every home, and they can make any place feel like home.
They are featured in the book some vintage photographs and some rug patterns but this book is not based on studio looms or any others. Tom kinsley, a well known weaving instructor, has shared his expertise in this comprehensive book which is the first of its kind to be written in a generation. Her work has been published in weavers, complex weavers journal, crafts report and handwoven magazines, and the books weaving contemporary rag rugs and the latest edition of the rag rug handbook. You can use a traditional latch hook, needle punch, or substitute tool. He has taught weaving there for more than 30 yearseverything from rag rug weaving to complex multiharness weavingand was named teacher of the year by handwoven magazine. Johanna erickson here is a collection of gimmicks and tricks that will help you in designing and planning your project, making a warp, warping the loom, modifying the loom for rag weaving, beginning to weave, cutting and preparing fabric strips, doing rag tapestry, treating the surface of rag weaving, sewing, tagging to sell, installing and maintenance. I havent been excited about weaving rag rugs since my first one so many years ago. For the last 15 years, she has taught rug weaving, especially rosepath and other point twills using seine twine warp. If you have a few old bedsheets around, this is the perfect way to use them and get an adorable rug out of the process. Begin making rag rug with two ribbons tied in a knot. Creating a beautiful throw rug from scraps is easy enough for anyone to master. Great northern weaving rug warps, rug wefts, rag crochet. A few months ago, david posted a series of videos on curious where we introduced rag rug weaving on a salish loom.
Miles of warp later, deb has much to share with her students. Janet is now the associate editor of the weavers friend 2, published by carol ann kapheim. Selvedge the edges that run parallel to the warp created by the weft thread looping back at the end of each row. We keep adding new items to please our customers like you. Rag rug handbook 2nd edition, weaving book halcyon yarn. We use the genuine 126 cotton rug warp from sweden under high tension using narrow cotton strips, which is the. There are over 30 projects in this book ranging from simple to more complex rag rugs. To create this article, volunteer authors worked to edit and improve it over time. The rag rug handbook is back with this 2nd edition. The humble rag rug emerges from obscurity and, often, a dank basement to become an object of much decoration.
Jul 01, 2012 janet and john locey, owners of bell hill farms in hollister, ca, show us janets rag rug weaving techniques and some great tools that john has created to assist in the process. Nestled just north of kalamazoo, we take orders and ship orders all over the country. This classic book has everything a weaver needs to know about weaving rag rugs, from basic information to drafts for 20 traditional two. Knitted fabric rugs, the book in late summer 20, i got a call from gwen steege, acquisitions editor for storey publishing.
How to weave a rag rug on a homemade loom our pastimes. The links in the table above will help you navigate to various sections and topics about rug weaving and rug weaving looms. This book would be an ideal choice for beginners as well as advanced. Tying a knot at the edge of the rug and letting the remaining warp dangle means that someday the rug will have no fringe. When weaving rag rugs, i normally use 84 cotton carpet warp for the warp. Making rag rugs is a project that can be customized in a lot of ways. These videos have now been updated and enhanced and are in the process of being loaded onto our youtube channel. Dec 16, 2018 how to make rag rugs as ive mentioned before, weve been very excited to get moved into our farmhouse since we basically found out we didnt have any other options.
Cut it up into strips and save it for a diy weaving project. Weaving, braiding, knotting and crochet are some of the ways to make a no sew rag rug. Rug warps, rug wefts, rag crochet supplies, yarns, looms, books. Rag rug weaving free video tutorial series fibre arts. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you. Our local thrift stores receive so many donated tshirts, they simply bag them. We have a wide variety of selvedge and other unique materials suitable from rag weaving. Janet and john locey, owners of bell hill farms in hollister, ca, show us janets rag rug weaving techniques and some great tools that john has created to assist in the process. I want a rug that lays down on the floor and is heavy enough to stay put. I wanted to make a kitchen rug for the studio that was. Under the tutelage of north carolina fiber artist allen, crafters new to weaving will find much of the mystique dissipated, thanks to clear, nononsense directions and a welldefined glossary.
This classic book has everything a weaver needs to know about weaving rag rugs, from basic information to drafts for 20 traditional two and fourshaft patterns. A rag rug is an excellent way to recycle old tshirts, socks, sheets, and, well, anything you can cut into strips. The first comprehensive book on weaving rag rugs in a generation. Isbn 9780811712125 9780811 712125 52495 every weaver weaves a rag rugor two, or more. These are the most important terms for understanding. However, its visual impact is huge and dramatic thanks to the vibrant colors. See more ideas about rug loom, loom weaving and weaving.
However, we recommend bright batik prints for the rug that really makes a. Weavers friend 2 is intended to be a news source for the rag rug community using letters and pictures from subscribers. Would recommend for every rug weaver to obtain as it is a great reference for techniques and ideas. Of course, you can choose whatever colors you like.
In addition to weaving and hooking rugs, at least 18 other rug making techniques are available. But even though that was the case, we are determined to make the best of it that we can. Rag rugs were commonly made in households up to the middle of the 20th century by using odd scraps of fabric on a background of old sacking. Amazing,and not in the half dozen other books i have. In this longawaited book, wellknown weaver and teacher tom knisely shares his knowledge and expertise in this collection. The rag rug handbook paperback may 1, 1996 by janet meany author.
The first comprehensive book on weaving rag rugs in a generationcolor planning and design advice for rag rugsstepbystep instructions on warping and weaving for your rag rugmore than 30 rag rug projects, from simple to advanced paperback. If you dont have a sewing machine, there are plenty of easy rag rug making techniques that dont require sewing. Most rug warps will eventually disintegrate beyond the last knot as the rugs are used and washed. In this longawaited book, wellknown weaver and teacher tom knisely shares his knowledge and expertise in this collection of favorite rag rug patterns. Tom knisely is the manager of the mannings handweaving school and supply center in east berlin, pa. Does not at all hurt that i have had studio looms in the past. Now it seems, tshirts are everywhere and often free, given out at fundraisers, sporting events and as advertising. Shop our selection of rag weaving materials, rag rug supplies, cotton loops, selvedge, yarn and more. In fact there is a section of historical information on several of the iconic loom companies. I was reading a weaving friends blog today, and she was having some trouble with weaving her rag rug. This is the definitive book on rug weaving, but even if you arent a rug weaver, you will find an amazing variety of techniques and information in this rather large text. Oct 11, 20 in this series of videos, lynne milsom from fibre arts bootcamp, demonstrates in her delightfully casual style, how to create beautiful rag rugs for very little cost.
Peter compared to other weaving authors is like comparing elizabeth david to jamie oliver, or if you like, my peter collingwood book on weaving rugs has about 500 pages and goes into incredible detail of techniques id never heard of. The history and instruction alone make weaving rag rugs well worth owning, but the crowning glories of this book are the thirtytwo projects, woven by tom. They wear out quickly, however, and theres no guarantee that youll find the perfect rug in a store. You can find rugs in just about every room in the home, from kitchens to bathrooms, bedrooms to offices. Hardy and hubbard take somewhat different approaches to the subject. Found a book at my library that was inspirational and informative. Most weavers are not so proud of their first rug, but they are not hard to weave. In this longawaited book, wellknown weaver and teacher tom knisely shares his rugweaving expertise. Mar 29, 2019 wikihow is a wiki, similar to wikipedia, which means that many of our articles are cowritten by multiple authors. Rug weaving is what most think of when they think of weaving. This crochet rag rug is small, perfect for a bath mat or kitchen sink rug.
Making rag rugs, a collection of 15 original designs from a variety of talented rug crafters, suits the skills of any crafter, from the rawest beginner to the most sophisticated talent. Free colorful crochet rag rug pattern the spruce crafts. Peter compared to other weaving authors is like comparing elizabeth david to jamie oliver, or if you like, my peter. These videos show you everything you need to know to get started on weaving rag rugs. When this technique is used to make rag rugs, beautiful patterns and variations are. Very enjoyable book included in my weaving library. First of all, my usual rag rugs are warped with rug warp or a similar weight sturdy yarn. I got the rug weaving bug again when i saw an article on chennille rug weaving in an old dec 2008 handwoven. In addition to distributing hardtofind weaving books from swedish presses, i am translating and. There are many ways to make a rag rug, but this article focuses on braiding, which means your only. Your choice of material, how wide you cut your strips of fabric and the size of the loom are all factors that affect the look and feel of the rug when it is finished.
A rag rug is an excellent way to recycle old tshirts, socks, sheets, and, well, anything you. The weavers friend was founded and published by janet meany, the editor from 19892015. For the first row, repeat a simple process of tying knots. Janet is now the associate editor of the weavers friend 2, published by carol ann kapheim weavers friend 2 is intended to be a news source for the rag rug community using letters and pictures from subscribers. Use your leftover rags and scraps to weave a rug on a homemade loom. Rag rug handbook, by janet meany and paula pfaff, is the best introduction to rag rug weaving, its social history in the us, and the various looms that women used to weave rag rugs profitably. Rag rugs are a quintessential part of scandinavian culture and life. Educational information is also provided through projects, interviews with weavers, and. Detailed stepbystep instructions guide you through the entire process, from preparing. Rug warps, rug wefts, rag crochet supplies, yarns, books, weaving equipment, loom parts, orco, and kessinech looms, and various other crafting supplies. The warp thread is the thread that is strung over the loom vertically, and holds the tension while you weave. Tom knisley rag rugs are a popular item to weave for both new and experienced weavers as they can range from utilitarian items to works of art.
This book shows how to utilize such simple recycled ingredients as leftover fabric, old clothes, and household textiles to create these beloved and timehonored. The techniques of rug weaving by collingwood, peter and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This classic book gives instructions for weaving a first rug, plus twenty traditional two and fourshaft patterns. One rug was featured on the cover of handwoven magazine.
Weaving equipment at halcyon yarn, trusted source for fiber artists since 1971. The weavers friend 2 rag rug newsletter and historical. After a bit of research, i found the perfect woven rug that fits all my needs. I just started weaving a rag rug yesterday, so i will use it as an example. The next time you find a tshirt with a hole in it, a pair of pants your child has outgrown or a stained pillow case, dont throw it away. The rag rug handbook is an indispensible store of information for learning rug weaving techniques and patterns as well as for referencing the history about the looms on which they were and still are woven.
Open rep with rags with monica hallen vavstuga weaving. This book shows how to utilize such simple recycled ingredients as leftover fabric, old clothes, and household textiles to create. Oct 15, 20 a few months ago, david posted a series of videos on curious where we introduced rag rug weaving on a salish loom. I have many books on rag rug making and so wasnt expecting much new information from this. In this longawaited book, wellknown weaver and teacher tom knisely shares his knowledge and expertise in this collection of favorite rag. The weft thread is the thread that you weave between, around, and all over the warp threads. Once you get the bug, youll be making a rag rug for every room in your home. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. A practical shuttle for thick weft yarns or rag strips, the rag rug shuttle is designed to hold the ma. Since no one has answered your message, i thought i would. See more ideas about weaving, loom weaving and rug loom.