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Phirefly
Farmgirl in Training
36 Posts
Stacy
Damascus
new brunswick
Canada
36 Posts |
 Posted - Mar 02 2011 : 2:29:06 PM
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I started a rag rug. It is a oval one. I cut strips then sewed them together. But the pattern I have didn't tell me where to inc and it didn't come out just right. Anyone have any ideas on how to make the sides look straight and the tops look nice an round?
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2011 : 2:51:03 PM
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hey Stacy,
as I come around into the 'curve' I inc a stitch at both the 'into' & 'out of' the curve....and do the same at the other end....
I have also found that if I loosen up(as my rug starts getting larger)my stitches a smidge in the curves, it does help a little with the "curling'....often the curling is caused by to tight of stichings...and in a circle rug again alow the stitches to be looes & squeese in an extra stitch here & there.
Sometimes I just minipulate my rug by addding an extra stitch if I see it is puckering/curling....
But the best part is,,,once done, I just sort of hand stretch it into shape...and lay it flat.
When washing my rag rugs, I dry to barely damp...then I stretch it into shape and lay it flat in a sunny location to finish drying.
Ok, here is a wee funny... on my 2nd rug,,,mind you, I roll them to sit in my lap so I can crochet them easier...I ketp stiching and when done, I unrolled only to realize I had created a gianormous 'bowl' ack! so now, every few rows I roll it out to double check my stitching! lol!
and yes, I tore the whole thing out and started all over again!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom.
"Is it time for my Dirt Manicure yet!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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Cherime
True Blue Farmgirl
1222 Posts
Cherime
Wasilla
Alaska
USA
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Posted - Mar 03 2011 : 09:55:07 AM
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I have crochet and woven them. I love how sturdy they are.
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peaches in color
Farmgirl in Training
13 Posts
Petra
Las Cruces
NM
USA
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Posted - Mar 03 2011 : 10:12:00 AM
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Hi Stacy,
Are you crocheting a rag rug? It will make a difference on your question. Make sure you use similar fabrics in thickness, that will help with the evenness of the rug. Also, how tight you pull the loops will affect the shape. I lay my rug out flat on the floor every time I'm done with it for the day, so it can relax and I can see if I need to increase or decrease on the curves so it lays flat. I never roll my rugs because it distorts its shape. As for the add on strips, I usually add them on a straight piece, but with a multi colored one you really don't have much choice when you use short fabric strips.
Hope this helps.
Petra
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Originally posted by Phirefly
I started a rag rug. It is a oval one. I cut strips then sewed them together. But the pattern I have didn't tell me where to inc and it didn't come out just right. Anyone have any ideas on how to make the sides look straight and the tops look nice an round?
Thanks all
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Phirefly
Farmgirl in Training
36 Posts
Stacy
Damascus
new brunswick
Canada
36 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2011 : 1:53:57 PM
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Yes, I am crochetting the rag rug. It looks pretty good after letting it sit on the floor for a while. It just looks like it is coming into a circle rather then an oval. I guess it is more like a work it out and rip it out lol. I did that alot. I had gotten a big tub of fabric at a yard sale and didn't like all the colors so instead of giving it away I thought why not make a rug for my house. So I am going to try and add on to it now that it laying flat. I just am worried it will not stay oval.
Thanks for the hints ladies.
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foreverbooks
True Blue Farmgirl
514 Posts
Carole
Tombstone
AZ
USA
514 Posts |
Posted - Mar 14 2011 : 07:42:52 AM
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Over the weekend I finished a locker hook rug in assorted colors, predominately purple. I used yarn rather than fabric. Unfortunately I don't have a digital camera to take a picture of it. It is a retirement gift for a friend of mind and it is only a year late! :-) Now I need to work on some table placemats for my daugther. She has bought the yarn for me and it will be done with white, purple, and green. Need to plan the pattern for them.
Carole
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2011 : 3:27:50 PM
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Stacy,
the nice thing about ragrugs is even tho they tend to 'flatten down' after being walked on, all you have to do is toss them in the was & dry & they fluff right back up.
My hubby liks a more 'tuff rug' so I crocheted his out of some newer~stiffer sheets but for my grand babies I used well worn/soft sheets cuz they like to hide under theirs (like a tent) funny what babies do....pee-a-boo!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom.
"Is it time for my Dirt Manicure yet!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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CMac
True Blue Farmgirl
1074 Posts
Connie
Ashland City
TN
USA
1074 Posts |
Posted - Mar 25 2011 : 9:30:28 PM
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I'm a brand new farmgirl sister and I'm a rug hooker. I use wool fabric strips on linen or burlap. I also dye/over dye wool for my rugs. I would love to crochet a rag rug! It would be nice to swap out some of the wool ones for rag rugs in the warmer months. It would feel more seasonal and would be a nice change. Ha! Just what I need, another hobby. I'd love to see more pictures of what you all are working on.
Connie
"I have three chairs in my house: one for solitude, two for friendship, three for company."
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mrsamy
True Blue Farmgirl
167 Posts
Amy
Milwaukee
WI
USA
167 Posts |
Posted - Mar 27 2011 : 10:08:48 AM
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I have made a few "blooming flower" rugs from a Tasha Tudor magazine about 15 years ago. 
It's super easy and you can whip 'em up quickly.
Amy
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CMac
True Blue Farmgirl
1074 Posts
Connie
Ashland City
TN
USA
1074 Posts |
Posted - Mar 27 2011 : 10:30:36 AM
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Really pretty Amy! That's what I mean by seasonal. How fresh is that for spring.
Connie
"I have three chairs in my house: one for solitude, two for friendship, three for company."
Author: Henry David Thoreau |
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edlund33
True Blue Farmgirl
1510 Posts
Marilyn
Renton
WA
USA
1510 Posts |
Posted - Mar 27 2011 : 12:24:42 PM
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I've made a few projects with Nantucket style wool hooking. I gave them all away as gifts so unfortunately I don't have any examples to post. It is really easy to learn and fun for all ages. The background fabric I used was a heavy weave linen fabric that looks alot like fine burlap. Then you take each color area and hook it in with continuous loops from the ball of yarn. Here is a link to the website of the lady who inspired me to give this craft a try: www.littlehouserugs.com She makes and dyes her own yarns and sells kits that she assembles herself. She also makes and sells rugs and does custom orders.
Cheers! ~ Marilyn
Farm Girl No. 1100
Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. - Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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Pasthyme
True Blue Farmgirl
99 Posts
Gail
Mountain View
AR
99 Posts |
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CMac
True Blue Farmgirl
1074 Posts
Connie
Ashland City
TN
USA
1074 Posts |
Posted - Mar 31 2011 : 3:41:22 PM
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I'll bet they sell well! I'd love to learn how to do this.
CMac
"I have three chairs in my house: one for solitude, two for friendship, three for company."
Author: Henry David Thoreau |
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Pasthyme
True Blue Farmgirl
99 Posts
Gail
Mountain View
AR
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Posted - Apr 04 2011 : 1:27:35 PM
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For those of you who have trouble getting your oval crochet rugs to lie flat----the key I found is to increase 3 stitches on each end. Put one extra stitch into each of 3 stitches as you go around the curved end. I also join my row at the end of each round, chain 1 and turn---rather than going around in concentric circles. This makes it the same on both sides. Hope this helps. My first 10 or so rugs turned into "baskets" and had to be ripped out until I figured this out.
I teach crochet rug making at the Ozark Folk Center, as well as sell them in the gift shop. They do sell well, but take a lot of fabric and a lot of time to make---so they aren't making me a rich lady!
My main job there is as the 'clothier' making old time clothing, aprons, hats, etc. I also dance in many of the evening shows, and sometimes play music. I also teach guitar and mountain dulcimer to elementary & middle school children.
Gail
www.pasthymesfashions.webs.com
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - May 30 2011 : 4:19:51 PM
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does anyone have free patterns ...for hooking pins, hand bags etc.?
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
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pinokeeo
True Blue Farmgirl
559 Posts
Phyllis
Oregon
USA
559 Posts |
Posted - May 30 2011 : 6:25:47 PM
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I have been making rag rugs for the last forty years. I would very much like to show you all a couple of my latest creations, but I have no idea how to get pictures on this forum.
I cannot master those things that I have not tried.
check out my artfire: http://www.artfire.com/users/PiNOKEEOs |
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