Pictorial Hooked Rugs
Pictorial Hooked Rugs

Author: Jane Halliwell Green

Publisher: Stackpole Books

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 1881982793

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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

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764325786

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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

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764303012

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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

Published: 2013-11-01

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13: 1881982998

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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:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781945550140

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"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.

Hooked Rugs
Hooked Rugs

Author: Jessie A. Turbayne

Publisher: Schiffer Craft

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780887403705

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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.

Purely Primitive
Purely Primitive

Author: Pat Cross

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781564774866

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Learn to create rugs with an old-fashioned look!

Hooked Rugs
Hooked Rugs

Author: Leslie Linsley

Publisher: Clarkson Potter Publishers

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13:

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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.

The Secrets of Finishing Hooked Rugs
The Secrets of Finishing Hooked Rugs

Author: Margaret Siano

Publisher: Rug Hooking

Published: 2003-09

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781881982326

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So you just finished hooking the rug of your dreams. So now what? How do you finish that beautiful rug? Complete with step-by-step, photo-illustrated directions on every finishing technique imaginable, this book has the answers. Whipping your rug with yarn, braiding edges, and hanging your finished piece are just a few of the dozens of techniques covered within.