I absolutely did NOT need another hobby, yet here I am. I have watched hours of your very well instructed videos. I love the cards on the “pallets. Of course I subscribed many, many videos ago. Now, if just one hobby paid its own way…
Dear Lora, do you have a video on how much to charge for our very loved hand crocheted rugs? And yes, sometimes I have to give my hands a week of rest, or two. Then I’ll get back at it again.
These are wonderful videos! You are so thorough and easy to understand. I am just starting to do some crafts in my recent retirement. I so look forward to watching other videos that you have made. Thanks so much!!!
I found a toilet paper holder on a stand at the thrift store and I wrap my strips around an empty toilet paper cardboard put them on the toilet paper holder and keep it beside the chair where I crochet that way I don't have to unwind possibly that might be able to work on your rolls in a slipped toilet paper to into the center of your rolls and then put it on the toilet paper holder and you don't have to stop to unwind just a thought enjoy your videos very much
Brilliant explanation. I am thrilled to have found your site. You are an incredible teacher, and after watching two of your videos, I immediately subscribed. Thank you!
Where is the original crotchet video wool oval rug; I can only find fabric. Thank you for great chart but I would love to have the pattern for the 12 rows to see how you started
Thanks for asking! Here you go!! You specifically refer to "Wool Oval Rugs". I've never produced a video just specifically wool, but you can use ALL types of fabric with this pattern. ua-cam.com/video/JU94FdKFdDk/v-deo.html
Hello, Kim! THANK YOU!! Much appreciated! I'm going to attach a link to a video you might enjoy. Laundering & Maintaining you rugs is included in the video. Let me know if it was helpful to you! ua-cam.com/video/UMu-zS3gwek/v-deo.html
Note: I just found your videos last evening and have been watching several. I found your 10 tips video that explained how to hand wash and dry flat for the rugs. Thanks again!
Omg thank you for this! I haven't made a rug yet. I'm looking at making some crochet around cord rugs at the moment. I don't think I have enough fabric scraps to do a rag rug but I have some yarn that would be fantastic crocheted around some rope, cord or clothesline. I am familiar w making doilies and have the crochet motif book but I haven't sat down and done the maths for my own flat in the round pattern. She does also explain the maths but I also don't know if that translates to this large size project though.
Thank you, Jenny! So happy you stumbled on our channel! We would love to see some of your fun projects you're Cord projects! I'm going to share another video that you might like! Here's a link to it!: ua-cam.com/video/HHx2mVfevLA/v-deo.html Hope you'll stay in touch!!
Hello! I don't personally recommend machine washing ANY rugs - wool or other. It's hard on the rugs & the weight of the rugs is hard on your machine. Many would disagree with me & have. It's just my personal opinion. Instead I recommend treating our beautiful hand-crafted rugs with TLC! I allow my rugs a good soaking in a tub of sudsy, warm water using a mild detergent. I've been known to roll up my pant legs & work the water through the fiber. Rinse well, roll up in a couple terry cloth towels & take outside to drip dry on a deck or patio. I try to choose a warm, breezy day & try to keep it out of direct sun. I also don't recommend NEVER hanging the rugs to dry for fear they will become misshapen. I know others do this as well but I prefer not. As far as wool rugs, you can absolutely wash them. However, be careful not to machine DRY them. The wool will felt & shrink considerably. Hope that helps! Thank you for reaching out! You might enjoy this video. I address how to care for our rugs! ua-cam.com/video/UMu-zS3gwek/v-deo.html
Hi love your rugs! If making a larger rug for example one with 14 rounds, does the last round always have to be single stitches, for example would it be round 12 single stitches, round 13 increase if needed, round 14 single stitches? I hope this makes sense, many thanks from the UK 😊
Hello, Shirley! So happy you've reached out! Single stitches on the outer row isn't a necessary but I prefer that nice clean finished look. Just a preference of mine I guess. I normally do the same if adding a scalloped border, too. One row of single stitches & then add my scallop. The scallop adds 5" to your rug overall. On your example, I WOULD crochet single stitches around on either round 11 or 12 & then add my scallop. As to your question for rounds 12, 13 & 14. Personally, I would increase on rounds 12 & 13 as needed and finish your rug off with one row of single stitches only with no increases on round 14. You made perfect sense! I hope my answer does too! Many thanks to YOU! Lora
Hello, Cynthia! The width of your strips is comparable to an "N" hook so I believe it should work. Obviously, you will be crocheting many more rows to reach the desired size given the adjustment to your stitch gauge using a smaller hook and you will still convert to "Crocheting on Demand" after the 12th round as demonstrated in this video "Making Larger Rugs" just like with using a "Q" hook! Good question & one I'm now curious about! Hope you'll let us know how it worked out for you! And share a picture of your beautiful rug when you're finished! Happy 2024 to you!
@RagstoRugsbyLora After row 12, I had to pull out my next 3 rows because it was beginning to look like a bowl. Had to put it down for a few days due to the Christmas holiday, so I will pick it back up after the holidays I wish you many blessings for the new year.
Hello, Ruth! Thank you for reaching out & for your interest in our Cheat Sheets! Here's a quick link for you! (It was at the bottom of this video - kinda hidden. Sorry!!) Would you like to have a copy of Lora’s “Cheat Sheet”? You can order yours here! ragstorugs-bylora.com/categor... $7.50 FREE Shipping .... Printed on quality card stock with Oval AND Round instruction!
Hello! Thank you for reaching out! Simple! Convert inches to centimeters! The pattern was written with a 1" gauge as the baseline. 1" conversion to centimeters is 2.54. As an example, if you were to create a rug that is 24x36" in inches the conversion would be 60.96 width x 91.44 length cm. The difference between the two would be 30.48 cm (12 stitches x 2.54 cm). :)
Hello, Austin! First of all .. THANK YOU!! Much appreciated! The fabric used in the rug and pretty much all my rugs is 2" wide. If I'm using lighter weight fabric, I will sometimes go 2 1/2" wide. Or if it's heavier (like denim) - I will go 1 1/2" wide. But generally, it's 2" width! Thank you for asking!!
Hello, Joan! Thank you for reaching out! With or against the grain won't make much of a difference unfortunately when it comes to fraying & those pesky threads. Cutting the sheets on the bias (at a 45 degree angle) will help considerably but takes a lot more work. Cutting the strips or using a rotary cutter will help a lot too. Whereas, if you are tearing your fabric you'll contend with more threads ... and lint! One thing you'll find is that over time those threads seem to disappear within the rug & are hardly noticeable. But I understand your concern. Another thing you can do is practice turning your fabric strips in - like bias tape. It takes a bit of practice but over time will become easy!
For the most part, Tammy! I have used corduroy, seer sucker, denim, upholstery fabrics, jersey ... many different fabric types. The one thing you should keep in mind in the weight of the fabric, and its stretch. As examples: Denim & upholstery fabrics are generally much heavier - you might consider cutting these narrower. Whereas some fabrics are much lighter - you can cut these wider. But yes, you CAN combine all of them! Also to keep in mind is the fabric stretch. Combining a stretchy jersey for instance with a denim (no stretch unless cut on the bias) could become a challenge. Not to say you can't combine them but it may prove to be more of a headache then you want! Hope this helps!
Hello, Gwen! Thank you for reaching out! The wonderful part about my pattern is that it can be used with pretty much any fiber - fabric, yarn, twine, or jute to name a few! Normally, I use 3 sizes of hooks: Q - for my rugs, P - for placemats, and L - for craft items. I normally don't use yarn for my rugs but nothing should stop you! Simply use the appropriate hook size that works for YOU! And one that gives you the desired stitch gauge. I like my rugs denser so that they wear better under foot. A 2" fabric strip & a Q hook accomplishes that. You know better working with yarn the appropriate size no doubt. But to answer your question, "Yes! you WILL be able to use the same pattern!" :)
Hello, Deborah! No, I've never ironed the fabrics. I DO however, wash my fabrics (normally recycled goods) and then hang them on my clothes line & let "Mother Nature" iron them! They looked ironed but they aren't!! Very rarely will I purchase new fabrics to make my rugs. I love using recycled goods & repurposing them into my rugs!
Hello, Leone! Thank you for reaching out! Please check out this video link. It will explain everything about our "Cheat Sheet"!! ua-cam.com/video/JU94FdKFdDk/v-deo.html
Hello, Karen! I have a program I wrote, and I'm HAPPY to calculate for you! What SIZE of rug & SHAPE (oval, round or rectangular!) would you like to make? Can you email me the size (sizes) & I'll get back to you with your fabric requirements. lora@rags-to-rugs.com :)
Hello, Susan! I agree! I wish the lighting were better but we're working to improve it for future videos! Thank you for watching! Happy you enjoyed it!!
@@RagstoRugsbyLora I've never made a rug before, but watched a few videos. All but yours were somewhat confusing. I'm going to try the amish knot Small rug though. Your style of teaching makes it seem easy enough even for me! Thank you! I'm
Hi love your rugs! If making a larger rug for example one with 14 rounds, does the last round always have to be single stitches, for example would it be round 12 single stitches, round 13 increase if needed, round 14 single stitches? I hope this makes sense, many thanks from the UK 😊
Hello, Shirley! So happy you've reached out! Single stitches on the outer row isn't a necessary but I prefer that nice clean finished look. Just a preference of mine I guess. I normally do the same if adding a scalloped border, too. One row of single stitches & then add my scallop. The scallop adds 5" to your rug overall. On your example, I WOULD crochet single stitches around on either round 11 or 12 & then add my scallop. As to your question for rounds 12, 13 & 14. Personally, I would increase on rounds 12 & 13 as needed and finish your rug off with one row of single stitches only with no increases on round 14. You made perfect sense! I hope my answer does too! Many thanks to YOU! Lora
Thanks for getting back to me lora, and for your clear explanation. I completely agree with how finishing with single stitches leaves a nice tidy finish, and that’s how I will do it! Thanks again Shirley.
I absolutely did NOT need another hobby, yet here I am. I have watched hours of your very well instructed videos. I love the cards on the “pallets. Of course I subscribed many, many videos ago. Now, if just one hobby paid its own way…
Awhhh, you're sweet Kevin! Thank you!!
Absolutely needed this video. I love how methodical you are and also intuitive. Thank you for these videos!
Awhhh ... thank YOU for reaching out & sharing! Much appreciated!!
Your instructions are so easy to follow. I LOVE your videos!
That makes me feel good to hear! Thanks for sharing!
Dear Lora, do you have a video on how much to charge for our very loved hand crocheted rugs? And yes, sometimes I have to give my hands a week of rest, or two. Then I’ll get back at it again.
GREAT question, Karen! And I would love to produce a video on just that subject! It's a question that's asked a lot! Thanks for the suggestion!
These are wonderful videos! You are so thorough and easy to understand. I am just starting to do some crafts in my recent retirement. I so look forward to watching other videos that you have made. Thanks so much!!!
You are so welcome! Thank you for sharing & brightening my day!
You are the best teacher! Thank you so much!!
You're very welcome!
I found a toilet paper holder on a stand at the thrift store and I wrap my strips around an empty toilet paper cardboard put them on the toilet paper holder and keep it beside the chair where I crochet that way I don't have to unwind possibly that might be able to work on your rolls in a slipped toilet paper to into the center of your rolls and then put it on the toilet paper holder and you don't have to stop to unwind just a thought enjoy your videos very much
Thanks for sharing, Elaine! Such a great idea! And thank you!
I hope you have a VERY Merry Christmas and Blessed New Year!!
Brilliant explanation. I am thrilled to have found your site. You are an incredible teacher, and after watching two of your videos, I immediately subscribed. Thank you!
Oh WOW!! Thank you soooooooo much! I really appreciate your kind words! And thank you for subscribing! Hope you'll stay in touch.
Where is the original crotchet video wool oval rug; I can only find fabric. Thank you for great chart but I would love to have the pattern for the 12 rows to see how you started
Thanks for asking! Here you go!!
You specifically refer to "Wool Oval Rugs". I've never produced a video just specifically wool, but you can use ALL types of fabric with this pattern.
ua-cam.com/video/JU94FdKFdDk/v-deo.html
Thank you so much for this video! You have made it so easy to understand and can’t wait to try it.
You're welcome!!
One day I will make a rug, maybe after the holiday gifts are done, when I am ready I have saved your videos
And when you're ready, I'll be RIGHT HERE for you!! Thanks for staying in touch with us, Janet!
Just found your videos. Great explanations as to the "why"! Going to look into my "save for rugs" stash. Thank you.
Thank you, Mary! Would love to see pictures of your "save for rugs" .. RUGS!
Lora, your work and instructions are marvelous! Can you give information for proper care and maintenance of the rugs please?
Hello, Kim! THANK YOU!! Much appreciated!
I'm going to attach a link to a video you might enjoy. Laundering & Maintaining you rugs is included in the video. Let me know if it was helpful to you!
ua-cam.com/video/UMu-zS3gwek/v-deo.html
Note: I just found your videos last evening and have been watching several. I found your 10 tips video that explained how to hand wash and dry flat for the rugs. Thanks again!
You're VERY welcome!!
Omg thank you for this! I haven't made a rug yet. I'm looking at making some crochet around cord rugs at the moment. I don't think I have enough fabric scraps to do a rag rug but I have some yarn that would be fantastic crocheted around some rope, cord or clothesline. I am familiar w making doilies and have the crochet motif book but I haven't sat down and done the maths for my own flat in the round pattern. She does also explain the maths but I also don't know if that translates to this large size project though.
Thank you, Jenny! So happy you stumbled on our channel! We would love to see some of your fun projects you're Cord projects! I'm going to share another video that you might like!
Here's a link to it!: ua-cam.com/video/HHx2mVfevLA/v-deo.html
Hope you'll stay in touch!!
Why do you not machine wash wool rugs.
Hello! I don't personally recommend machine washing ANY rugs - wool or other. It's hard on the rugs & the weight of the rugs is hard on your machine. Many would disagree with me & have. It's just my personal opinion.
Instead I recommend treating our beautiful hand-crafted rugs with TLC! I allow my rugs a good soaking in a tub of sudsy, warm water using a mild detergent. I've been known to roll up my pant legs & work the water through the fiber. Rinse well, roll up in a couple terry cloth towels & take outside to drip dry on a deck or patio. I try to choose a warm, breezy day & try to keep it out of direct sun.
I also don't recommend NEVER hanging the rugs to dry for fear they will become misshapen. I know others do this as well but I prefer not.
As far as wool rugs, you can absolutely wash them. However, be careful not to machine DRY them. The wool will felt & shrink considerably.
Hope that helps! Thank you for reaching out!
You might enjoy this video. I address how to care for our rugs!
ua-cam.com/video/UMu-zS3gwek/v-deo.html
Thank you for your instruction
You are welcome!
Hi love your rugs! If making a larger rug for example one with 14 rounds, does the last round always have to be single stitches, for example would it be round 12 single stitches, round 13 increase if needed, round 14 single stitches? I hope this makes sense, many thanks from the UK 😊
Hello, Shirley! So happy you've reached out! Single stitches on the outer row isn't a necessary but I prefer that nice clean finished look. Just a preference of mine I guess.
I normally do the same if adding a scalloped border, too. One row of single stitches & then add my scallop. The scallop adds 5" to your rug overall. On your example, I WOULD crochet single stitches around on either round 11 or 12 & then add my scallop.
As to your question for rounds 12, 13 & 14. Personally, I would increase on rounds 12 & 13 as needed and finish your rug off with one row of single stitches only with no increases on round 14.
You made perfect sense! I hope my answer does too!
Many thanks to YOU!
Lora
Have recently found your channel
And enjoying it
Thank you for sharing your knowledge
Welcome! So happy you found us!! Happy New Year!!
Hi Lora- I now understand. Thank you
You're welcome! Happy to know!
Does this technique work when you are using a smaller crochet hook ( I am using a size N hook and 1 inch fabric strips
Hello, Cynthia! The width of your strips is comparable to an "N" hook so I believe it should work. Obviously, you will be crocheting many more rows to reach the desired size given the adjustment to your stitch gauge using a smaller hook and you will still convert to "Crocheting on Demand" after the 12th round as demonstrated in this video "Making Larger Rugs" just like with using a "Q" hook! Good question & one I'm now curious about! Hope you'll let us know how it worked out for you! And share a picture of your beautiful rug when you're finished! Happy 2024 to you!
@RagstoRugsbyLora
After row 12, I had to pull out my next 3 rows because it was beginning to look like a bowl. Had to put it down for a few days due to the Christmas holiday, so I will pick it back up after the holidays
I wish you many blessings for the new year.
can't find link to cheat sheet.
Hello, Ruth! Thank you for reaching out & for your interest in our Cheat Sheets! Here's a quick link for you! (It was at the bottom of this video - kinda hidden. Sorry!!)
Would you like to have a copy of Lora’s “Cheat Sheet”?
You can order yours here!
ragstorugs-bylora.com/categor...
$7.50 FREE Shipping
.... Printed on quality card stock with Oval AND Round instruction!
Hah! That is exactly what I wanted to know. You are so clever You have opened up another world for me.
Oh Susan, I am so happy you stumbled upon us! This makes me smile!
What about working in centimetres? What do you do then?
Hello! Thank you for reaching out! Simple! Convert inches to centimeters!
The pattern was written with a 1" gauge as the baseline. 1" conversion to centimeters is 2.54.
As an example, if you were to create a rug that is 24x36" in inches the conversion would be 60.96 width x 91.44 length cm. The difference between the two would be 30.48 cm (12 stitches x 2.54 cm). :)
How wide is your fabric making this blue rug in this video? Thanks! Love the videos! Great job!
Hello, Austin! First of all .. THANK YOU!! Much appreciated!
The fabric used in the rug and pretty much all my rugs is 2" wide. If I'm using lighter weight fabric, I will sometimes go 2 1/2" wide. Or if it's heavier (like denim) - I will go 1 1/2" wide. But generally, it's 2" width! Thank you for asking!!
I have trouble with my strips fraying, do I cut on the grain or across the grain ? This is with sheets.
Hello, Joan! Thank you for reaching out!
With or against the grain won't make much of a difference unfortunately when it comes to fraying & those pesky threads. Cutting the sheets on the bias (at a 45 degree angle) will help considerably but takes a lot more work. Cutting the strips or using a rotary cutter will help a lot too. Whereas, if you are tearing your fabric you'll contend with more threads ... and lint!
One thing you'll find is that over time those threads seem to disappear within the rug & are hardly noticeable. But I understand your concern. Another thing you can do is practice turning your fabric strips in - like bias tape. It takes a bit of practice but over time will become easy!
I tried to order the cheat sheet and it says it is out of stock.. do you know when it will be available
Thank you for your interest in our Cheat Sheets! They are now back in stock!! Here's a quick link for you! ragstorugs-bylora.com/SHOP.php?category=73
Can different types of fabrics used together work or will it be less quality?
For the most part, Tammy! I have used corduroy, seer sucker, denim, upholstery fabrics, jersey ... many different fabric types. The one thing you should keep in mind in the weight of the fabric, and its stretch.
As examples: Denim & upholstery fabrics are generally much heavier - you might consider cutting these narrower. Whereas some fabrics are much lighter - you can cut these wider. But yes, you CAN combine all of them!
Also to keep in mind is the fabric stretch. Combining a stretchy jersey for instance with a denim (no stretch unless cut on the bias) could become a challenge. Not to say you can't combine them but it may prove to be more of a headache then you want! Hope this helps!
@@RagstoRugsbyLora ty so much! Love your videos.
Thank you!
Can I make this with 4pl. Yarn
Hello, Gwen! Thank you for reaching out!
The wonderful part about my pattern is that it can be used with pretty much any fiber - fabric, yarn, twine, or jute to name a few!
Normally, I use 3 sizes of hooks: Q - for my rugs, P - for placemats, and L - for craft items. I normally don't use yarn for my rugs but nothing should stop you! Simply use the appropriate hook size that works for YOU! And one that gives you the desired stitch gauge.
I like my rugs denser so that they wear better under foot. A 2" fabric strip & a Q hook accomplishes that. You know better working with yarn the appropriate size no doubt. But to answer your question, "Yes! you WILL be able to use the same pattern!" :)
Thank you for making these videos!
Glad you like them! Thank YOU for watching!!
Do you iron your fabric before cutting? Do you buy new material to make the rugs? Thanks
Hello, Deborah! No, I've never ironed the fabrics. I DO however, wash my fabrics (normally recycled goods) and then hang them on my clothes line & let "Mother Nature" iron them! They looked ironed but they aren't!!
Very rarely will I purchase new fabrics to make my rugs. I love using recycled goods & repurposing them into my rugs!
@@RagstoRugsbyLora where do u get the fabric?
awesome! Thank you! I'm adding to my try-it list!
Wonderful! Thank you for watching!
Is there a video on how the cheat sheet works?
Hello, Leone! Thank you for reaching out! Please check out this video link. It will explain everything about our "Cheat Sheet"!! ua-cam.com/video/JU94FdKFdDk/v-deo.html
Thank you for this video!!
You are so welcome!
I love your videos. Do you sell kid? I am beginner. Watching them a lot! Lol
Within the next month, we will be offering beginner kits for crochet, toothbrush & twine weaving!! YAY!
Thank you, Deborah, for watching! We appreciate you!
How do you calculate the yardage needed?
Hello, Karen! I have a program I wrote, and I'm HAPPY to calculate for you!
What SIZE of rug & SHAPE (oval, round or rectangular!) would you like to make? Can you email me the size (sizes) & I'll get back to you with your fabric requirements. lora@rags-to-rugs.com :)
hope you are in a brighter place beacause your place is very dim not enthuciastic the place but still i like your vedio
Hello, Susan! I agree! I wish the lighting were better but we're working to improve it for future videos! Thank you for watching! Happy you enjoyed it!!
Too much math! 🤣
Hmmm ... sorry you feel that way, Leighanne!
@@RagstoRugsbyLora I've never made a rug before, but watched a few videos. All but yours were somewhat confusing. I'm going to try the amish knot Small rug though. Your style of teaching makes it seem easy enough even for me! Thank you! I'm
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Hi love your rugs! If making a larger rug for example one with 14 rounds, does the last round always have to be single stitches, for example would it be round 12 single stitches, round 13 increase if needed, round 14 single stitches? I hope this makes sense, many thanks from the UK 😊
Hello, Shirley! So happy you've reached out! Single stitches on the outer row isn't a necessary but I prefer that nice clean finished look. Just a preference of mine I guess.
I normally do the same if adding a scalloped border, too. One row of single stitches & then add my scallop. The scallop adds 5" to your rug overall. On your example, I WOULD crochet single stitches around on either round 11 or 12 & then add my scallop.
As to your question for rounds 12, 13 & 14. Personally, I would increase on rounds 12 & 13 as needed and finish your rug off with one row of single stitches only with no increases on round 14.
You made perfect sense! I hope my answer does too!
Many thanks to YOU!
Lora
Thanks for getting back to me lora, and for your clear explanation. I completely agree with how finishing with single stitches leaves a nice tidy finish, and that’s how I will do it! Thanks again Shirley.