Don’t fuss over perfect loops. The imperfection is what creates art.
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Lessons that relate to general rughooking
The big rug hooking question: Should I outline or not?
A dark outline can really set off your motifs. You may even need a second outline in a different value. See the examples.
Read More...How to *not* rug hook evenly
Perfectly formed loops for your hooked rugs is not always the best choice. Sometimes crooked is more beautiful.
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How Important is Hooking Technique?
Kelly, a past student, had an email question about hooking techniques. I will explain more over the next couple of posts. First, I view hooking technique as a way to make hooking easier on your body. I am not worried about how the loops look. In fact, most of hooked rugs I admire have loops [...]
Read More...Rug Hooking an Interesting Background
Hook an interesting background using small circles and spot dyed wool so that it looks like distant foliage.
Read More...My favorite backing: rug warp
Sheri’s question: Hi Cindi, what’s the difference in rug warp and say primitive linen. That’s what I usually hook on but it’s so darned expensive. I use an 8, 8.5 and 9 cut. I am also experimenting with monks cloth. It’s not too bad and a lot cheaper than linen. And where do you get [...]
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