Learn more about which backings to use: ua-cam.com/video/c69XfgC3h5M/v-deo.html 00:00 Introduction, cindigayrughooking.com 00:41 What supplies do I need to rug hook? 01:35 Can I use more than one red for a red motif? 02:27 How to use a piece of backing that is too small for your frame 03:22 What backings can I use for rug warp? 04:08 How do I draw a pattern for rug hooking? 04:58 Can I use a crochet hook for rug hooking? 05:34 Can I make my own rug hook? 08:00 How do I cut wool for rug hooking without a cutter? 11:03 What is traditional rug hooking technique? 12:57 Can I rug hook without a rug hooking frame? 21:40 How much wool do I need to hook a 6" x 6" square?
Two things, first, as a former picture framer, it would help to draw those pencil lines in the ditch close to the edge of where the stretcher frame will be. That way, as you pull your fabric taut, you’ll easily be able to tell to keep the weave of your fabric pretty even. Second, if you keep a pair of pliers handy, you can just squeeze and pull the top handles to the bully clips off so they are not in your way as you work. Then just reverse that when you’re ready to remove your piece.
Not many rugs are put on stretchers, but I love your ideas. I would recommend hooki line or just outside so that when the rug is mounted, the pencil lines will not show. Thank you for the tip about the bull clips. That one will be put in place for the beginners.
Inside The Rug Hooking Journey membership at howtorughook.com/trhj there are many more detailed videos, including a course called The Basics. Even experienced rug hookers who have been hooking for years or even decades have picked up a tip or two.
Jen McIntosh Before I had decided which floor frame I wanted to live with I ordered a hospital tray table online and screwed my old lap frame onto the tabletop. It allowed a variety in height and the tabletop could angle up and down for a comfortable position, It really worked pretty well ,though not at all portable, which was just fine . But it's a good option for a beginner , the hospital table costing under $20 at the time.
Good solution. I attached a frame to an Ikea RÅSKOG Utility cart. I just turned the top tray upside down and installed it lower, I could then attach a cameral monopod. Works perfectly for demos but not so good for long term hooking because you cannot get your knees underneath.
Luckily, with the internet, it does not matter where you live! For you, the 4pm eastern time is 7am. Early but doable. I hope you can join us for a live event. For members of The Rug Hooking Journey, the events happen every day. For the public, you can watch every other Tuesday, every Wednesday and every Saturday at 4pm eastern.. For you in New Zealand, the event will happen on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday morning at 7pm.
There is even more to learn inside The Rug Hooking Journey : howtorughook.com/trhj/ Many rug hookers today are using yarn mixed with fabric or 100% yarn. What are you using?
I'm glad you liked it. While there is over 100 videos of mine here on UA-cam, there are thousands inside The Rug Hooking Journey: howtorughook.com/trhj
@@cristianesouza9474 The hook is whatever feels good in your hand and works for you. There is a wide variety and my favorite would be someone else's worst choice. I recommend buying a wider shank if you hook with wider cuts (5 and up) and a comfortable handle.
This frame has not been manufactured for many years but was so widely used that you can easily find it being sold on ebay or sites like Facebook Rug Hooking Buy and Sell. Anything under $150 is a good deal.
Did this as a Girl Scout and loved it. I know most cotton is used for braided rugs but can i use denim or 100% cotton for hooking? I live in the South so wool scraps are hard to come by. Plus wool moths eat my yarn!!! So another thing to care for is Not a plus!
This is so sad that the comments are not kept up with. I have the same question. Sad for you AND me. I'm sure if you make yourself a sample then you'll have your answer.
@@ronnetteharvey2002 I don’t believe it comes from a malicious place. She is one person and if you can’t find an answer here I’m sure google will always help:)
@@ronnetteharvey2002 she is kind enough to put these videos out to help people learn and has other things to do, I’m sure, other than sitting around and answering questions on YT. Wouldn’t you? Your comment is very rude and snarky. Shame on you.
I know you put this video out a long time ago but if you are still getting messages on it I have a question. I purchased someone’s wool hooking supplies. There is a backing cloth printed with a pattern and they started hooking a very small amount. There is a little rodent damage in a small spot and a larger spot of what I assume is rodent urine. Can I/ should I wash it before I work on it? Can I make a small cross hatch repair? The alternative is to just cut up the monk cloth that is in good repair and use it for smaller projects. And info would be most appreciated.
I would recommend transferring it to another backing. Not because of the damage --- because it is monk's cloth. That is the hardest backing to hook into and it gives, in my opinion, an inferior finished project. I would transfer it to linen, or my favorite, rug warp. Monk's cloth stretches and is floppy. Rug Warp creates a firmer rug that lays flat on the floor. You can buy rug warp here: cindigayrughooking.com/product/rug-warp-rug-hooking-backing/ and learn more about the backings here: ua-cam.com/video/wqvCI_EZA58/v-deo.html
Strips are cut from 1/4" (#8) to 3/32" (#3) and you almost NEVER hook in every hole.. This would be a great question to ask at Office Hours if you are a member of The Rug Hooking Journey. To join: howtorughook.com/trhj
Thank you for the information! Can you use the finished product as an actual floor rug? It doesn't look like the loops would take that much foot traffic
Cindi, thanks for all the information. When your doing a small picture, do you start in the middle and go outward, or do you start on one side and move toward the other. Also, Love your necklace, where can I find one like that?
Where to start depends on the pattern. Not all patterns get the same treatment. Sometimes you start in the middle, most often you hook what is on top first, something I cover often during Office Hours, included with The Rug Hooking Journey membership. I think the important thing, at least for me and how I color plan, is that I never hook all of something solid. I jump around the pattern and only hook portions of motifs until I know I have the major elements right. No one get everything right the first time through the rug. Why would you hook all of it if it needs to come out later. I explain more in my online color planing course: howtorughook.com/pcp Join The Rug Hooking Journey: howtorughook.com/trhj To see all the courses I offer: howtorughook.com Bought the necklace from a vendor at a rug hook-in several years ago.
It really does not matter, mine is a combination. Avoid the ones that spin on a ball. Yes, you can turn them, but they are constantly turning and the ball is a weak point where it often fails.
Neither one! It depends on your backing, it depends on how thick the wool is and it depends on if you are hooking a straight line or a curve. Put the hook where it feel right. If you are pushing the loops out of the way to see the backing, you are wasting a step. Just slide the hook in where it seems right, pull up the loop.. Your loops will be further apart and it will be healthier for the rug. If you line of loops lean, you are packing and putting your loops too close together. Try this video: ua-cam.com/video/ybY4D1ijYe0/v-deo.html
I recommend two different ones that are easily available, the Needleworks and Acadian. I personally use a Puritan but they are not being made and you will have to find a used one. I have information about all three on cindigayrughooking.com/recommendations
If you mean the Puritan frame, they are not being made any more, but you can easily find the second hand on Facebook or Ebay. If you mean the frame that I use with the bull clips, you can find that anywhere. Walmart sells picture frames and bull clips. Just be sure the one you purchase will accept the bull clips,
Most of us do not have rug hooking supply stores. Find a teacher, like me, who sells out of her home or find someone you trust and buy on line. I offer video shopping which has come in handy even for the people who normally just stop by and buy.
I have some hooks in stock. You can come to one of our hook-ins and I'd be happy to show you what I have in stock. Go to cindigayrughook.com and join us on Wednesday or Saturday (schedule could change - check the website for the latest info)
These are suggestions for new rug hookers who do not want to buy the expensive equipment. Not everything I suggest will work for everyone. Take what works and leave the rest.
Learn more about which backings to use: ua-cam.com/video/c69XfgC3h5M/v-deo.html
00:00 Introduction, cindigayrughooking.com
00:41 What supplies do I need to rug hook?
01:35 Can I use more than one red for a red motif?
02:27 How to use a piece of backing that is too small for your frame
03:22 What backings can I use for rug warp?
04:08 How do I draw a pattern for rug hooking?
04:58 Can I use a crochet hook for rug hooking?
05:34 Can I make my own rug hook?
08:00 How do I cut wool for rug hooking without a cutter?
11:03 What is traditional rug hooking technique?
12:57 Can I rug hook without a rug hooking frame?
21:40 How much wool do I need to hook a 6" x 6" square?
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Two things, first, as a former picture framer, it would help to draw those pencil lines in the ditch close to the edge of where the stretcher frame will be. That way, as you pull your fabric taut, you’ll easily be able to tell to keep the weave of your fabric pretty even. Second, if you keep a pair of pliers handy, you can just squeeze and pull the top handles to the bully clips off so they are not in your way as you work. Then just reverse that when you’re ready to remove your piece.
Not many rugs are put on stretchers, but I love your ideas. I would recommend hooki line or just outside so that when the rug is mounted, the pencil lines will not show.
Thank you for the tip about the bull clips. That one will be put in place for the beginners.
This was really helpful for someone JUST starting out ,but who doesn’t want to spend hundreds of dollars to get a feel for it.
Start small, but get started.
Welcoming personality. Makes the class more inviting, especially for beginners
I'm glad you watched!
Thank you for making it simple to start.
Inside The Rug Hooking Journey membership at howtorughook.com/trhj there are many more detailed videos, including a course called The Basics. Even experienced rug hookers who have been hooking for years or even decades have picked up a tip or two.
Jen McIntosh Before I had decided which floor frame I wanted to live with I ordered a hospital tray table online and screwed my old lap frame onto the tabletop. It allowed a variety in height and the tabletop could angle up and down for a comfortable position, It really worked pretty well ,though not at all portable, which was just fine . But it's a good option for a beginner , the hospital table costing under $20 at the time.
Good solution. I attached a frame to an Ikea RÅSKOG Utility cart. I just turned the top tray upside down and installed it lower, I could then attach a cameral monopod. Works perfectly for demos but not so good for long term hooking because you cannot get your knees underneath.
Thank you so much for giving me hope in my pursuit to be a hooker!. Love your approach
You can do it!
Thank u, u r very on2 it, I want 2 learn from way down herebin New Zealand cheers
Luckily, with the internet, it does not matter where you live! For you, the 4pm eastern time is 7am. Early but doable. I hope you can join us for a live event. For members of The Rug Hooking Journey, the events happen every day. For the public, you can watch every other Tuesday, every Wednesday and every Saturday at 4pm eastern.. For you in New Zealand, the event will happen on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday morning at 7pm.
Thak you soooooo so much for this material
There is even more to learn inside The Rug Hooking Journey : howtorughook.com/trhj/ Many rug hookers today are using yarn mixed with fabric or 100% yarn. What are you using?
Very nice tks. From Brasil.
I'm glad you liked it. While there is over 100 videos of mine here on UA-cam, there are thousands inside The Rug Hooking Journey: howtorughook.com/trhj
@@rughooking We don't have yhe specific needle to buy.
@@cristianesouza9474 The hook is whatever feels good in your hand and works for you. There is a wide variety and my favorite would be someone else's worst choice. I recommend buying a wider shank if you hook with wider cuts (5 and up) and a comfortable handle.
Thank you
Welcome!
Where can I purchased the puritan frame?
This frame has not been manufactured for many years but was so widely used that you can easily find it being sold on ebay or sites like Facebook Rug Hooking Buy and Sell. Anything under $150 is a good deal.
Did this as a Girl Scout and loved it. I know most cotton is used for braided rugs but can i use denim or 100% cotton for hooking? I live in the South so wool scraps are hard to come by. Plus wool moths eat my yarn!!! So another thing to care for is Not a plus!
This is so sad that the comments are not kept up with. I have the same question. Sad for you AND me. I'm sure if you make yourself a sample then you'll have your answer.
Yes, you can use cotton, but it gets very dirty very quickly. Wool stays marvelously clean.
So sorry for the delay. Two surgeries in two months knocked me off my feet.
@@ronnetteharvey2002 I don’t believe it comes from a malicious place. She is one person and if you can’t find an answer here I’m sure google will always help:)
@@ronnetteharvey2002 she is kind enough to put these videos out to help people learn and has other things to do, I’m sure, other than sitting around and answering questions on YT. Wouldn’t you? Your comment is very rude and snarky. Shame on you.
I know you put this video out a long time ago but if you are still getting messages on it I have a question. I purchased someone’s wool hooking supplies. There is a backing cloth printed with a pattern and they started hooking a very small amount. There is a little rodent damage in a small spot and a larger spot of what I assume is rodent urine. Can I/ should I wash it before I work on it? Can I make a small cross hatch repair? The alternative is to just cut up the monk cloth that is in good repair and use it for smaller projects. And info would be most appreciated.
I would recommend transferring it to another backing. Not because of the damage --- because it is monk's cloth. That is the hardest backing to hook into and it gives, in my opinion, an inferior finished project. I would transfer it to linen, or my favorite, rug warp. Monk's cloth stretches and is floppy. Rug Warp creates a firmer rug that lays flat on the floor. You can buy rug warp here: cindigayrughooking.com/product/rug-warp-rug-hooking-backing/ and learn more about the backings here: ua-cam.com/video/wqvCI_EZA58/v-deo.html
@@rughooking thank you so much for the information
How wide do you cut your stripes ? And do you go in to every hole
Strips are cut from 1/4" (#8) to 3/32" (#3) and you almost NEVER hook in every hole.. This would be a great question to ask at Office Hours if you are a member of The Rug Hooking Journey. To join: howtorughook.com/trhj
Thank you for the information! Can you use the finished product as an actual floor rug? It doesn't look like the loops would take that much foot traffic
Yes these rugs last 30 years!!
I was wondering the same thing. Makes me want to try and make one! Thank you for posting hour video
Yes you can! They are the most sturdy rugs, especially if you use rug warp as your backing. Hold up to animals, too
I looked back at my first rugs. One stands out as awful. Dies one usually throw away or take all wool out and start over. I tried spot fixing. No good
Let it be. Move on. Start dreaming about your next rug -- even if it is the same pattern.
Cindi, thanks for all the information. When your doing a small picture, do you start in the middle and go outward, or do you start on one side and move toward the other. Also, Love your necklace, where can I find one like that?
Where to start depends on the pattern. Not all patterns get the same treatment. Sometimes you start in the middle, most often you hook what is on top first, something I cover often during Office Hours, included with The Rug Hooking Journey membership. I think the important thing, at least for me and how I color plan, is that I never hook all of something solid. I jump around the pattern and only hook portions of motifs until I know I have the major elements right. No one get everything right the first time through the rug. Why would you hook all of it if it needs to come out later. I explain more in my online color planing course: howtorughook.com/pcp
Join The Rug Hooking Journey: howtorughook.com/trhj
To see all the courses I offer: howtorughook.com
Bought the necklace from a vendor at a rug hook-in several years ago.
Thank you so much!
interessante. Creio eu que com a agulha de crochê dá para fazer este bordado
The crochet hook is not as easy on your hands. You should modify the handle.
To begin is it better to find wooden or metal frames?
It really does not matter, mine is a combination. Avoid the ones that spin on a ball. Yes, you can turn them, but they are constantly turning and the ball is a weak point where it often fails.
iwould liketo ordeerto making yourrug barbarayour rug
I don't understand your question. Can you ask again?
Do you recommend a hexagon frame
It depends on the maker. My recommendations (for rug hooking stuff and other things) are all on this page: cindigayrughooking.com/recommendations/
What is the UK equivalent to rug warp,I am unable to find any in my country.Thank you
I would have no idea. You would have to contact a rug hooking teacher in that country.
Do you go in every hole or skip a hole when hookig?
Neither one! It depends on your backing, it depends on how thick the wool is and it depends on if you are hooking a straight line or a curve. Put the hook where it feel right. If you are pushing the loops out of the way to see the backing, you are wasting a step. Just slide the hook in where it seems right, pull up the loop.. Your loops will be further apart and it will be healthier for the rug. If you line of loops lean, you are packing and putting your loops too close together. Try this video: ua-cam.com/video/ybY4D1ijYe0/v-deo.html
How do I find a gripper lap frame
I recommend two different ones that are easily available, the Needleworks and Acadian. I personally use a Puritan but they are not being made and you will have to find a used one. I have information about all three on cindigayrughooking.com/recommendations
What’s your website to buy wool
Go to cindigayrughooking.com, click on shop. Watch these videos to see what is available: ua-cam.com/video/fMwZ3lc5ghc/v-deo.html
Where can i purchase the frame
If you mean the Puritan frame, they are not being made any more, but you can easily find the second hand on Facebook or Ebay. If you mean the frame that I use with the bull clips, you can find that anywhere. Walmart sells picture frames and bull clips. Just be sure the one you purchase will accept the bull clips,
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Hi: where I live I cannot find any rug hooking supplies . What do you suggest
Go online do a search
Most of us do not have rug hooking supply stores. Find a teacher, like me, who sells out of her home or find someone you trust and buy on line. I offer video shopping which has come in handy even for the people who normally just stop by and buy.
So you sell the hook you use?
I have some hooks in stock. You can come to one of our hook-ins and I'd be happy to show you what I have in stock. Go to cindigayrughook.com and join us on Wednesday or Saturday (schedule could change - check the website for the latest info)
Oh, sure. Let me just get my handy back saw and then just run it over to my local woodworker.. ridiculous
These are suggestions for new rug hookers who do not want to buy the expensive equipment. Not everything I suggest will work for everyone. Take what works and leave the rest.