Hand made rugs have a certain builtin value that ranks them above machinemade products. Im a fan of the giant bias tape method of making rugs, because they are stable and provide an edge that frays a little less, but. The first comprehensive book on weaving rag rugs in a generation color planning and design advice for rag rugs stepbystep instructions on warping and weaving for your rag rug more than 30 rag rug projects, from simple to advanced. For example, one of the largest looms can be found in iran, producing 50m wide rugs. Shop our selection of rag weaving materials, rag rug supplies, cotton loops, selvedge, yarn and more. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Craftsweaving tom knisely is the manager of the mannings handweaving school and supply center in east berlin, pennsylvania. We have a wide variety of selvedge and other unique materials suitable from rag weaving. This classic book has everything a weaver needs to know about weaving rag rugs, from basic information. This book would be an ideal choice for beginners as well as advanced weavers who havent tried to weave a rag rug. The objective of the publication is to serve the interests and concerns of rag rug weavers and promote a consciousness of the history of rag rug weaving as well as exploring contemporary applications of the craft.
Both were given away as wedding presents 1st one was a rag rug,and second was woven with scraps of yarn handspun and commercial. Great northern weaving rug warps, rug wefts, rag crochet. Ive woven a couple rugs, and really enjoy weaving them. I thought i could put a few tips on here, that i have learned from other weavers. Not only is it possible, you can use this technique to create bold and beautiful designs as in this rug. Even if you dont imagine yourself weaving rugs, peters work is well worth any weavers time in reading, just for his insights and voice. Make sure to pay attention to the width of your rug as you go, and keep it as even as you can. Before taking my first weaving class with mary rawcliffe colton in st. There are many ways to make a rag rug, but this article focuses on braiding, which means your only. First of all, my usual rag rugs are warped with rug warp or a similar weight sturdy yarn. Fabric stash rag rug weavealong yarnworker knowhow for. Weaving rag rugs became popular, since the actual weaving was easier to master with rugs, than that of fine linen weaves. I have woven a couple rag rugs and want to get back to it when the holidays are over.
I started the weaving loom as a way to share weaving techniques that i. As the title implies, making rag rugs deals only with rag rugs and is a project book with stepbystep instructions for 15 rugs that are hooked, prodded, clipped, or braided. There are several posts in the weaving forum about rag rugs so i decided it was time to start a rag rug weaving group on weavolution. This type of weaving gives you a lot of control over your width since you can simply tighten or loosen your strip as you make. I am very familiar with toms rug weaving from handwoven and a dvd on his favorite subject, rugs. He has taught weaving there for more than 30 yearseverything from rag rug weaving to complex multi. Mr knisely just goes through everything you need to know to weave rag rugs and explained things that i wasnt really sure of. Weaving books rug warps, rug wefts, rag crochet supplies. New designs, traditional techniques weaving western sakiori. Check our great selection of weaving books on topics from looms, tips and techniques to projects and patterns. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account.
Finishing tips for rugs yarnworker knowhow for the rigid. The links in the table above will help you navigate to various sections and topics about rug weaving and rug weaving looms. Rug weaving books weaving rag rugs the rag rug handbook weaving contemporary rag rugs. Once you get the bug, youll be making a rag rug for every room in your home. I love this book most weaving books assume knowledge that is basic for rag rugs. Anyone considering weaving a rag rug would do well to have tom kniselys book in their hands to guide them along the way. A rag rug is an excellent way to recycle old tshirts, socks, sheets, and, well, anything you can cut into strips. Weaving equipment at halcyon yarn, trusted source for fiber artists since 1971. Louis in the early 1980s, i already knew that i wanted to make rugs. Hardy and hubbard take somewhat different approaches to the subject. 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. Feb 1, 2017 rug making book, better homes and gardens book, vintage rug pattern book, shag rag rug, off loom weaving, hook rugs, 1978 rug making. Rug making book, better homes and gardens book, vintage rug.
See all weaving books at halcyon yarn, trusted source for fiber artists since 1971. Its also one of the five weaving books to be stranded on a desert island with. Crafts weaving tom knisely is the manager of the mannings handweaving school and supply center in east berlin, pennsylvania. If you keep posting about the wonderful rugs you make i may. I havent made a large rug yet, since i dont have a large rug loom, but. New designs, traditional techniques hardcover dec 31 1999. When i designed this project, i had quilters with large stashes of fabric in mind. We keep adding new items to please our customers like you. A process in which rugs are woven on a two or four harness loom using old clothes or used fabric. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The rag rug handbook is back with this 2nd edition.
Here is information about weaving rugs and what makes a good loom for weaving rugs. 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. Weaving a rag rug on the rigid heddle loom i warped my rug with a couple of weights of crochet cotton. Visit for more information on other weaving classes. Learn color planning and design advice for rag rugs with st. In the latter part of the 1800s, the knowledge of how to weave also spread, as there would be classes arranged and books with patterns and inspirations for different weaves. The whole process of building a simple rag rug loom and weaving a tshirt rug was so much fun. Use your leftover rags and scraps to weave a rug on a homemade loom. Twining at the end of a rag rug on the loom good idea if doing rag runnersplacemats too. 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. He has taught weaving there for more than 30 yearseverything from. The title of this book is favorite rag rugs and it was written by tina ignell.
The weavers friend 2 rag rug newsletter and historical. I just started weaving a rag rug yesterday, so i will use it as an example. Big looms, with moving parts, are serious pieces of craft equipment. May 31 june 6, 2015 and take a chance at learning something new. Rug warps, rug wefts, rag crochet supplies, yarns, books, weaving equipment, loom parts, orco, and kessinech looms, and various other crafting supplies. Rag rug weaving wagon wheel rugs tshirt rugs rag weaving roving rug catalogne rugs rug hooking.
Stepbystep instructions on warping and weaving for your rag rug. Nestled just north of kalamazoo, we take orders and ship orders all over the country. Weaving rag rugs by tom knisely book read online scribd. A combination howto book for weaving rugs with fabric remnants, and a gallery of gorgeous contemporary rugs by some of todays best designers. Tom is very good with information and starting tips for getting the job done and the rugs are awesome. In addition to weaving and hooking rugs, at least 18 other rug making techniques are available. I put a lot of time into researching old books and experimenting and wanted to share what i had learned. I just bought a hammett loom to make rugs, and i asked the gentleman who was selling it who is also a rug weaver, what he thought about a jack loom for making rugs. Weaving books, loom books, projects, tips, techniques. Very good book for someone like myself starting to make rag rugs.
The next yarnworker weavealong project is the fabric stash rag rug from handwoven home. In this longawaited book, well known weaver and teacher tom knisely shares his knowledge and expertise in. Aug 07, 2019 if you dont have a sewing machine, there are plenty of easy rag rug making techniques that dont require sewing. There are many ways to make a rag rug, but this article focuses on braiding, which. Jan 3, 2016 rugs from rags third edition by country threads.
Weave a boho tshirt rag rug with easy diy loom a piece. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read weaving rag rugs. Weaving rag rugs loom instructions xcyyxh com best carpet runners for stairs info. I couldnt believe the possibilities with twill and different colors of rags and warp. Selvedge the edges that run parallel to the warp created by the weft thread looping back at the end of each row.
A delta folk art instructions for weaving a rag rug i learned this style of making rag rugs as twining. Size 3 crochet cotton the aunt lydias brand is commonly available is a great warping material. This book brings rag rugs out of old country cabins and places them beside the best of contemporary crafts and decor. I was reading a weaving friends blog today, and she was having some trouble with weaving her rag rug. Originally printed in the pikes peak weavers guild newsletter, april 2003. Get the best deals on weaving looms for rug and find everything youll need to make your crafting ideas come to life with. I started the weaving loom as a way to share weaving techniques that i have learned through my experiences. A combination howto book for weaving rugs with fabric. This book brings rag rugs out of old country cabins and places them beside the best of contemporary crafts and d cor. 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. Rag rugging for beginners with jenni stuartanderson. A little while ago, i discovered a great book on weaving tshirt rag rug, wall tapestries, and other types of cloth rugs. My first answer to the question, how do you make a rag rug loom. Rag rug handbook 2nd edition, weaving book halcyon yarn.
Toms weaving books and videos are always like having him right there with you, and that means a lot when you are tackling new types of weaving. He said that weaving rugs require a lot of warp tension, and when you get the warp tight enough on a jack loom, you wont be able to raise the shafts enough to get a shed. You can also attend a workshop with jenni stuartanderson at the alexandra palace knitting and stitching show. Grab a large cardboard box, cut up some old fabric, and get weaving. Huck lace is the first in a series of best of weavers books. The authors passion is totally contagious, and i just have to make not only another rag rug but also a diy loom. The easy process for making these rag rugs is basically the same as the one used for our woven mug coasters on a cardboard loom just on a much larger scale. Buy, or trade, or borrow, or take a weaving class at your local community college or arts center. It was published by trafalgar square books and has a total of 128 pages in the book. How to weave a rag rug on a homemade loom our pastimes. Would recommend for every rug weaver to obtain as it is a great reference for techniques and ideas. 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.
The first comprehensive book on weaving rag rugs in a generation. In this longawaited book, wellknown weaver and teacher tom knisely shares his knowledge and expertise in this collection of favorite rag rug patterns. 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. Rug making rug weaving how carpets and rugs are woven.
Used clothing or old fabric is cut into strips, joined together into one long strip the weft, and wrapped around a shuttle. I havent been excited about weaving rag rugs since my first one so many years ago. Apr 11, 2017 we are quickly approaching the last day of the last lemonade weavealong. 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. Ive never met the author or taken any of his classes at his studio in pennsylvania, but i feel. Rigidheddle looms are not the most obvious choice for weaving a rag rug, but they can do the job if you plan ahead, use a singleended tapestry beater, and take your time. The links in the table above will help you navigate to various sections and. Today, weaving looms can be found in all sizes, designs and configurations. 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. Cut it up into strips and save it for a diy weaving project. New designs, traditional techniques allen, heather on. From rags third editionby country threads rug making rug loom, loom weaving. How great to end this series with the simply striped rug from weaving made easyfrom doubleweave, to towel sets, to large lacy shawls, and now rugs, we have proved there isnt much you cant weave on a rigidheddle loom. I have many books on rag rug making and so wasnt expecting much new information from this.