Basic Rug Hooking
All the Skills and Tools You Need to Get Started
By: Alice Beatty, Mary Sargent
From its humble beginnings—a bent nail, burlap feed bag, pair of scissors, and the good parts of worn-out wool clothing were the original tools—rug hooking has developed into a fine art form that allows crafters to create beautiful, complex designs with an array of high-tech tools. Basic Rug Hooking distills the essential tools and techniques of this popular traditional craft and walks the reader through 5 rug-hooking projects, including a table mat, a project suitable for framing, and wearable pins, as well as traditional rugs.
-Rug-hooking tools and materials summarized and explained
-Step-by-step instructions and photos show in detail how to hook
-Tips to help you develop and refine your skills
160 pages; $14.95