Pictorial Hooked Rugs

Pictorial Hooked Rugs
Author: Jane Halliwell Green
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2009
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1881982793

A complete how-to guide to pictorial hooked rugs and it explains the historical backgrounds of different hooked rug styles Describes how to design, color plan, and display rugs Includes step-by-step techniques for hooking multiple pictorial elements One of the most challenging of all rug styles is the pictorial rug or wall hanging. This full-color book guides readers step-by-step through the process of creating pictorial rugs. This book is the definitive instruction manual on how to create the elements of a pictorial rug. Each section contains a description of techniques, materials, dye formulas, and hooked illustrations of the elements described. It contains tips and tricks for the rug hooker to take the guesswork out of planning a personalized rug.

Hooked Rugs Today

Hooked Rugs Today
Author: Amy Oxford
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2006
Genre: Rugs, Hooked
ISBN: 9780764325786

Feast your eyes on over 450 wonderful hooked rugs created by talented members of Vermont's Green Mountain Rug Hooking Guild. Included are over 100 pieces depicting the theme "Strong Women," plus rugs with Oriental motifs, florals, abstracts, animals, architectural designs, delicate miniature rugs smaller than a credit card, and many more. A delightful and inspiring look at what can be accomplished with this versatile and exciting medium!

Hooked Rug Treasury

Hooked Rug Treasury
Author: Jessie A. Turbayne
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1997
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780764303012

This treasury holds more than 500 of the choicest hooked rugs. The chapters present the best work found from Nova Scotia to Hawaii over many years. Some of the finest private and museum collections are represented and noteworthy public exhibits, auctions, dealers, and clubs for hooked rugs are listed.

Finishing Hooked Rugs

Finishing Hooked Rugs
Author: The Editors of Rug Hooking Magazine
Publisher: Ampry Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2013-11-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1881982998

Finishing techniques from expert teachersStep-by-step photographsCare and cleaning of hooked rugsIncludes whipped, knit, crocheted, and braided edges Every rug hooker needs a resource for edge finishes. This comprehensive book covers eight different techniques, providing helpful tips and suggestions for professional looking edges. Includes a range of styles from simple whipping to complex combinations of hooking and braiding. Contributors are teachers, designers, and artists well known for their fine work and innovative techniques. Step-by-step color photos show you how. A must-have for rug hookers everywhere.

Hooked on Celtic Rugs

Hooked on Celtic Rugs
Author: Gail Lambert
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017
Genre: Rugs, Hooked
ISBN: 9781945550140

"Come with us into the colorful world of Celtic rug hooking, a world full of amazing designs. Celtic rug expert Gail Lambert leads us through the process of color planning and hooking these appealing designs, with tips and suggestions on deciphering and untangling a pattern, outlining the complex details, and finishing your hooked piece. As a special treat, Gail included seven Celtic recipes for the busy rug hooker. Color planning and hooking Celtic rugs. Illuminated Letters, fanciful birds and creatures. Simple and complicated Celtic knots. Gallery of 20 Celtic rugs. 12 intriguing designs by master designer David Rankine."--Publisher description.

Purely Primitive

Purely Primitive
Author: Pat Cross
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003
Genre: Rugs, Hooked
ISBN: 9781564774866

Learn to create rugs with an old-fashioned look!

Hooked Rugs

Hooked Rugs
Author: Jessie A. Turbayne
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1991
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780887403705

This handsome book preserves, for a new generation, the historical background of the often whimsical designs of hooked rugs, and it includes instructions for starting a rug of your own. Contains over 300 color photographs of different rugs in lively geometric, abstract, floral, animal, Oriental, and original designs, and factual discussions of the interesting people who motivated the designs.

Creating an Antique Look in Hand-Hooked Rugs

Creating an Antique Look in Hand-Hooked Rugs
Author: Cynthia Smesny Norwood
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Total Pages: 90
Release: 2008
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1881982890

Learn the common elements in antique hooked rugs to create your own pattern from start to finish--transferring, customizing, color planning, dyeing techniques, and which cuts of wool work best. Also included is information on different background treatments and fabric use and what effect it has on the finished product.

Hooked Rugs

Hooked Rugs
Author: Leslie Linsley
Publisher: Clarkson Potter Publishers
Total Pages: 176
Release: 1992
Genre: Art
ISBN:

Syndicated columnist and renowned craft authority Leslie Linsley presents a beautiful and practical book on the art and technique of rug-hooking--a folk art that is currently enjoying a resurgence in popularity. Over 150 full-color illustrations. Advertising in Martha Stewart Living.