Table Of ContentContents I. Introduction Brief History of Rug Hooking Tools & Materials II. Getting Started - Basic Loop Pulling & Finishing Project 1: Simple Tulip Project 2 & 3 Watering Can & Rake and Trowel III. Pillows Project 4: Semi Circle Bird Project 5: Pillow Project 6: Hooked on Wool IV. Wall Hangings Project 7: Framed Hooked Rug Project 8: Stretcher Bar Piece V. Floor Rugs Project 9: Large Rug Project 10: Round Rug Project 11: Draft Dodger VI. Accessories Project 12: Zippered Bag (Flower or Triangles) Project 13: Cut-out Handle Purse VII. Holidays Project 14: Easter Eggs Project 15: Candy Corn & Ghost Project 16: Christmas Stocking VIII. Home & Kitchen Project 17: Tea Cozy Project 18: Wine Tote Project 19: Foot Stool Project 20: Mug Rugs Sourcing References
SynopsisLearn how to make 20 modern-vibe projects using the technique of pulling wool strips. Related to punch needle rug hooking, this process has similar traditional roots, but wool strips provide a different form of expression and a unique look. Whether you're a complete beginner, an established fan of punch needle rug hooking, or at the intermediate level, this teaching from expert Katie Kriner offers 20 projects for honing your skills, and the designs are a variety of styles, including rustic, primitive, chic, and modern. * First, enjoy learning about this craft's antique origins, then understand what tools and materials you'll need for creating and working with strips of wool. * To get you started on the craft itself, Katie teaches 3 simple projects and 2 basic finishing techniques. * This lets you create the 17 "next step up" projects, such as pillows, wall hangings, floor rugs, bags, holiday decorations, tea cozy, wine tote, and footstool. * Learn various techniques for finishing and binding, mounting, backgrounds, assembling pieces, beading, and more. Make the projects as they're taught, or use them as springboards for customizing and expressing your own design style., Learn how to make 20 modern-vibe projects using the technique of pulling wool strips. Related to punch needle rug hooking, this process has similar traditional roots, but wool strips provide a different form of expression and a unique look. Whether you're a complete beginner, an established fan of punch needle rug hooking, or at the intermediate level, expert Katie Kriner teaches the process and offers 20 projects for honing your skills, and the designs are a variety of styles, including rustic, primitive, chic, and modern. First enjoy learning about this craft's antique origins, then understand what tools and materials you'll need for creating and working with strips of wool. To get you started on the craft itself, Katie teaches 3 simple projects and 2 basic finishing techniques. This lets you create the 17 "next step up" projects, including pillows, wall hangings, floor rugs, bags, holiday decorations, tea cozy, wine tote, footstool, and even mug rugs. You'll learn various techniques for finishing and binding, mounting, backgrounds, assembling pieces, beading, and more. Make the projects as they're taught, or use them as springboards for customizing and expressing your own design style.