There are many ways to make a rag rug, but this article focuses on braiding, which. Rugs from rags weaving handwoven vintage throw book table. True to its title, the book is an excellent modern guide for rag weaving. Apr 01, 2014 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. Weave a boho tshirt rag rug with easy diy loom a piece. The rag rug handbook paperback may 1, 1996 by janet meany author. Topics include materials, rag preparation, weaving and finishing hints, design, and information on antique looms, suppliers and a glossary. This classic book has everything a weaver needs to know about weaving rag rugs, from basic information to drafts for 20 traditional two and fourshaft patterns. More than 30 rag rug projects, from simple to advanced. Weaving rag rugs book bryont rugs and livings july 25, 2018 weaving rag rugs tom knisely rag rug handbook great northern weaving weaving rag. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read weaving. The weaving group has an open concept and open for the public,it is a great place to share photos of weaving projects, videos, and the many questions about weaving. Amandas years of researching the history of sakiori have lead her to a clear understanding of the techniques used for weaving sakiori and to develop her own style of weaving sakiori, which she shares with all of us in the projects suggested in the book.
Here is a picture of the inside all pictures are in color and show each step of making a twined rug. 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. 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. Louis in the early 1980s, i already knew that i wanted to make rugs. The first comprehensive book on weaving rag rugs in a generation.
I have looked at other books and i dont think the actual rug looks. Rug warps, rug wefts, rag crochet supplies, yarns, books, weaving equipment, loom parts, orco, and kessinech looms, and various other crafting supplies we keep adding new items to please our customers like you. There are many ways to make a rag rug, but this article focuses on braiding, which means your only. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading weaving rag rugs.
Use your leftover rags and scraps to weave a rug on a homemade loom. The view outside was dreary but my rainbow of rags was the perfect cure for the winter blues. I wanted to use some cotton carpet warp i already had but didnt have enough for the 36 ends per inch. Jan 3, 2016 rugs from rags third edition by country threads. These free weaving patterns and drafts will help you hone new weaving skills so you can take your craft to the next level. Last week i posted this picture of a twined rug ive been working on. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read weaving rag rugs. I wanted to make a kitchen rug for the studio that was. At the same time, i was drooling over the wonderful examples of warpfaced block weaving done by lynne giles and bryn pinchin in a rug weavers source book.
Rugs from rags is the website where i write about textile art, including rugs woven and knit, knitting in general, sewing, making flowers, painting lace for my wedding dress, and lots of other things in the vicinity of textile art. A great way to recycle old sheets, dated fabric, tshirts, even polyesters can be given a useful life twined woven into these projects. How it all happened for me to write a blog about how to wash a rag rug was when i read a comment from a weaving group that i joined couple of weeks ago on face book. Rugs from rags third edition by country threads hen scratch. Shame the book i received was badly bent i think this was due to bad storage that is why i only gave it 4 but for the content a definite 5. It wasnt until 1989 that i finally bought my 45inch, 8shaft jmade loom and started. Cut it up into strips and save it for a diy weaving project. She covers rag preparation using different tools and techniques such as tearing and cutting. The whole process of building a simple rag rug loom and weaving a tshirt rug was so much fun.
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. Knitted fabric rugs, the book in late summer 20, i got a call from gwen steege, acquisitions editor for storey publishing. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Weave a boho tshirt rag rug with easy diy loom a piece of.
The title of this book is twined rag rugs and it was written by bobbie irwin. Learn color planning and design advice for rag rugs with stepbystep instructions. The cover picture doesnt match my edition either, but i. Learn more rugs of the caucasus from three private lebanese collections tapis du caucase a travers trois.
After a bit of research, i found the perfect woven rug that fits all my needs. No matter your goal, we have something to help achieve it. Art, tradition and ethnic continuity, supplemented by a few online sources and the memory and story fragments from my moms video interviews and my grandmas memoir. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. 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. 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. A variety of assorted colors solids and multi will be sent in each order. To create this article, volunteer authors worked to edit and improve it over time. Free weaving patterns and drafts youll love weaving interweave. You want to learn the best materials for rag weaving, from purchased yardage to recycled silk scarves and blue jeans. I found the book called rugs from rags by country threads was by far the best at both detailed, pictured instructions for the weaving and on how to build your frame. All orders will be upgraded to finished knotty alderwhile supplies last.
Project 4shaft i wanted to do a rep rug aft er looking at the book rep by catharina carlstedt and ylva kongback in our guild library. The links in the table above will help you navigate to various sections and topics about rug weaving and rug weaving looms. Janet and john locey, owners of bell hill farms in hollister, ca, show us janets rag rug weaving techniques and some great tools that john has created to assist in the process. Handmade adjustable floor rag rug twining loom 48 x 27. New approaches in traditional rag weaving kindle edition by knisely, tom. They will bend and warp from the pressure of weaving. From rags third editionby country threads rug making rug loom, loom weaving. How to weave a rag rug on a homemade loom our pastimes. This was the inspiration to dress my loom with a colorful warp and spend the day weaving.
A friend of mine gave me a pile of old sheets and a couple yards of fabric she never used. Im wondering if you have used the book rugs from rags by country threads. Mar 21, 2015 i just finished a series of table runners woven with rags. 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. Rugs from rags by country threads with images rag rug. The traditional handloom frame is tall, strong, easy to assemble, comfortable for weaving, comfortable for threading and deep enough to give better results. Dowel rods or aluminum rods should never be used in your frame construction. The 30 favorite rag rug patterns, from simple to advanced, cover a huge range of materials, color schemes, and styles. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. Feb 02, 2014 ok so we have set up the loom and are now proceeding to weavei could not finish the rug for this videobut am showing how to load it and start the weaving process.
My information about finnish american rag rug weaving comes primarily from yvonne r. Originally printed in the pikes peak weavers guild newsletter, april 2003. Rag rug handbook 2nd edition, weaving book halcyon yarn. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you. I thought i could put a few tips on here, that i have learned from other weavers. Ive got 7 handy ideas for how to make a rag rug with links to instructions and videos. I also discovered a really good book on amazon that has some very. First of all, my usual rag rugs are warped with rug warp or a similar weight sturdy yarn. The contents of the book is great, full of really useful information it explains everything you need to know about rug weaving from yarns to how to ply yarns and all the techniques that you would ever need. Ive certainly done my fair share of diy projects through the years, but for all the projects i have completed thus far, ive yet to venture into the land of rugsuntil today. The authors passion is totally contagious, and i just have to make not only another rag rug but also a diy loom. Rag rug weaving on a simple home made loom youtube. Weaving western sakiori is a comprehensive guide to the wonderful world of japanese rag weaving. A rag rug is an excellent way to recycle old tshirts, socks, sheets, and, well, anything you can cut into strips.
If you have a few old bedsheets around, this is the perfect way to use them and get an adorable rug out of the process. I was reading a weaving friends blog today, and she was having some trouble with weaving her rag rug. I learned this technique from watching a demonstration at a farmers market in portland, or. A great way to recycle old sheets, old clothes, dated fabric, tshirts, even the old polyesters can be given a useful life as a rug, placemat or.
In this longawaited book, wellknown weaver and teacher tom knisely shares his knowledge and expertise in this collection of favorite rag rug. Jul 01, 2012 janet and john locey, owners of bell hill farms in hollister, ca, show us janets rag rug weaving techniques and some great tools that john has created to assist in the process. A great book for the history and instructional aspect of twining. Robinette has great tips on how to shop for ragmaking at thrift stores and what kinds of garments and fabrics make good weaving rags. See more ideas about weaving, loom weaving and rug loom. I just finished a series of table runners woven with rags. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Before taking my first weaving class with mary rawcliffe colton in st. Make rag rugs a great way to recycle old sheets, old clothes, dated fabrics, tshirts, even the old polyesters can be given a useful life as a rug, placemat or table runner. I just started weaving a rag rug yesterday, so i will use it as an example. Its a nosew braided rug from a mix of tshirt and woven fabrics.
Rug weaving looms here is information about weaving rugs and what makes a good loom for weaving rugs. 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. I wish that i could have watched my grandma or my mom weaving on the farm loom, or at. Techniques for multicolor patterns, different shapes, and tapestry weaving noreen cronefindlay. Here at interweave, we have projects for every kind of weaving enthusiast, from the experienced 8shaft weaver to the child using a cardboard box.
A little while ago, i discovered a great book on weaving tshirt rag rug, wall tapestries, and other types of cloth rugs. This video explains how to do the basic weave which is the only technique you will. Rugs and textiles from southern californian collections. New approaches in traditional rag weaving ebook written by tom knisely. This is the best technique that i can see for making rugs. Welcome to the world of twine weaving what makes our frames so exceptional quality maple wood used good news all orders will be upgraded to finished knotty alderwhile supplies last starting january 25, 2020 only steel rods very important dowel rods or aluminum rods should never be used in your frame construction. In this longawaited book, wellknown weaver and teacher tom knisely shares his knowledge and expertise in this collection of favorite rag rug patterns.