45 fabulous design ideas from 20 top weavers, bringing new life to
discarded materials.
Creating rag rugs has enthralled weavers for over a century. Now you,
too, can recycle your favorite fabrics and transform them into unique
rugs that will bring a striking personal touch to every room in your
home. From stripes, checks, and rosettes to mosaic, twists, and diamond
twill; from soft to sturdy, and subtle to statement-making, Tina
Ignell's superb selection of rag rugs provides you a wealth of
inspiration, conveniently paired with practical instruction. Inside,
find:
Six technique-based sections with 45 designs by 20 professional weavers
Charts, illustrations, and color photos of finished projects
Creative use of unusual materials, like lambskin, straw, and leather
Specialty patterns, such as a round rug and a runner for a spiral
staircase
Instructions for finishing, including fringed and woven edges
A bonus section of five different rugs woven on the same warp
Resources and supplier contact information