Customer Reviews

Wool Rug Hooking

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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.

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!

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.

This book has a full history of rug hooking which is a nice background to have when starting out. The instructions for beginners are the most complete I've seen so far including information on tools and the different kinds of rug hooking. Pics are nice, and the projects look to be complete with proper instructions. Although several aren't to my taste, there is still enough variety here for me to choose some I like and it teaches my something regardless of whether or not I use the pre made patterns here.

Primitive designs to modern patterns alike are the feature of Wool Rug Hooking: Tradition In The Making, a collection of patterns for pillows, footstools, rugs and more which includes a back section of oversized patterns. From examples of different styles to step-by-step instructions on how to begin to hook, finishing borders, and project planning ideas, Wool Rug Hooking revives an old art and is the only guide you'll need to produce polished results.

TARA DARR'S BOOK COVERS EVERYTHING FOR RUG HOOKING INSTRUCTION. THE PRESENTATION IS EXCELLENT. THE PHOTOGRAPHS ARE CLEAR. THE TEXT IS STRAIGHTFORWARD. IF YOU ARE NEW TO RUG HOOKING READ THE WHOLE BOOK. IF NOT, YOU CAN EASILY FIND THE SECTION THAT MEETS YOUR NEEDS. THIS IS THE BEST OF MY SEVERAL RUG HOOKING BOOKS.

An excellent primitive resource. Provides tips and patterns for a variety of primitive projects. "How to"s were helpful and straight forward. An excellent addition to any hooker's library!

This book has wonderful information and pictures. Also has lots of simple projects with detailed instructions. Would definitely recommend to a friend and just might buy one for one of my friends for Christmas.

This is one of my top 5 books in my library. Great projects with patterns, great pictures, great directions. A book to browse over and over again and dream about having the time to do all the projects!

What a great book! I'm new to rug-hooking and found this informational book extremely helpful. From the history of rug-hooking to wool dying to finishing your edges, this book covers it all and it even gives you patterns of the beautiful projects you can do! Excellent instructional book and I would highly recommend it!