This was a fun project. It took me two days to complete, including washing, drying, and cutting the fabric. The technique is called twined weaving, and I purchased the loom, book, and DVD from henscratchquilting.com. I love rag rugs, and I've been wanting to learn how to make them. This wasn't the kind that I originally had in mind, but I think this type actually is perfect for me! I have a rather large stash of fabric that I'd like to use up, and this seems to be the ticket! A placemat takes 3 1/2 yards of fabric; a rug takes 15 yards of fabric.
I wanted to make a placemat first to perfect my technique, and I'm glad I did! My new placemat has a home already... on the dryer as a mat for the laundry detergent. Perfect!
How cool! It's perfect on your dryer. I am very curious how you made this.
ReplyDeleteVery cool. I like rag rugs, too!
ReplyDeleteoh hey, I need one of those on my dryer too! I probably will not make one since I don't want to get any more crafts going, but it looks like fun!
ReplyDeletenice and functional. great job.
ReplyDeleteIt looks very sturdy, and what a cheerful way to brighten up the chore of laundry.
ReplyDeleteYou rock, Mom!
ReplyDeleteVery cool idea, I wish my laundry room looked like that!!
ReplyDeleteMy mom used to crochet rag rugs, but they didn't look like this. It's beautiful.
ReplyDeleteGreat job! We love to see the rugs and placemats made by our customers. Thanks for posting.
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