Wool Rug Hooking [Paperback]

Tara Darr (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 27, 2005 | Series: Traditions in the Making

30 gorgeously illustrated projects bring contemporary spin to traditional rug hooking. Readers will learn how to dye their own wool for use in their projects, as well as the basics of selecting fabric and rug hooking techniques, so they can easily move on to the step-by-step instructions for creating each project.

Tradition in the Making: Wool Rug Hooking goes beyond just rug hooking to include a variety of projects, including pillows, garment embellishments, footstools and hot pads. Full-size patterns and step-by-step illustrations are included for each project. A special section shows readers how to create their own patterns and work from designs that inspire them.

-30 projects for rugs, home décor, garment embellishments and more -Covers the basics of dyeing wool, selecting fabric, and hooking techniques -Includes full-size patterns and step-by-step instructions

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Krause Publications (May 27, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0873498933
• ISBN-13: 978-0873498937
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #693,683 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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63 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Buy It! Bug It Now!, July 14, 2005

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Jake The Dog "jake the dog" (Kansas City, MO USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Wool Rug Hooking (Paperback)

Without a doubt this is the best all around book on rug hooking I have in my library. And I have many books on my shelf. Tara Darr does a marvelous job instructing new hookers in the craft while not boring people who have hooked rugs for many years. This book contains a wealth of information. If I could only have one rug hooking book this would be it. The pictures are well done and the helpful hints are worth the purchase. Just when I think I finally know pretty much all I need to know about rug hooking along comes Tara Darr to teach me more. If I could give it more than five stars I certainly would.

39 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You'll Be Hooked on Rugs, Too!, September 21, 2005

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This review is from: Wool Rug Hooking (Paperback)

This book is by far the best of its kind! With wonderful information to get anyone started in rug hooking (from the tools and supplies needed to techniques for dyeing, cutting wool, transferring patterns, hooking options and finishing the pieces), anyone can learn this age-old craft. Author Tara Darr not only shows how to create flat rug pieces, but she also provides instructions for such 3-D pieces as footstools, pillows and a cabinet. Traditional folk art designs, along with a few seasonal options, are easily replicated with the full-size pattern pull-out. With nearly 200 full-color photos and 50 how-to illustrations to accompany detailed step-by-step instructions, you're sure to become a successful rug hooker!

39 of 40 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great new rug hooking book!, June 5, 2005

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Kim L. Garner (Mechanic Falls, ME) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wool Rug Hooking (Paperback)

This book exceeded my expectations! Not only is it well written,the pictures are outstanding!The most endearing feature about this book,unlike others this book has FULL SIZE PATTERNS.Most other books on this craft require you to enlarge the patterns.I highly recommend this book for your rug hooking library.