Fabric for Rag Rug
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Fabric for Rag Rug
Does anyone know if I would get better results when making a large rag rug if I use cheapy vs LQS fabric? I'm thinking I might do better with cheap fabric since it frays more, but I'm not sure. Does anyone have experience? What did you use?
Thanks, QB-ers!!!!
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http://www.myloveofstyle.com/2013/04...-rug-tutorial/
I'm using a pattern from a book I own, but the pink & white rug pictured on the above website is the kind of rug I'm making.
I'm using a pattern from a book I own, but the pink & white rug pictured on the above website is the kind of rug I'm making.
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Thanks for posting that link - I love that rag rug! In looking thru the comments, several people said they used old tshirts for the fabric. That would certainly cut down on the cost. Years ago I made a rag rug using old sheets, but it became very bulky to work on and just about rubbed my fingers raw from tying all those knots. I would think the tshirt fabric would be much softer.
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http://www.myloveofstyle.com/2013/04...-rug-tutorial/
I'm using a pattern from a book I own, but the pink & white rug pictured on the above website is the kind of rug I'm making.
I'm using a pattern from a book I own, but the pink & white rug pictured on the above website is the kind of rug I'm making.
Edit: I just checked on fabric.com and their cotton interlock fabric is indeed 60" wide (about $9/yard).
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I am currently making a rag rug using leftover bias cut binding strips cut in half and then crocheted. It is LQS quality fabric, and will have what ever colors I have extra binding of. I watched YouTube videos to learn how, and used the largest crochet hook I had ("K/101/2-6.50mm") and it is working well. The only thing I don't know is how well the bias will wash. If it comes apart, I will start sewing down the center of each strip before using it. Here is a picture of my progress....
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I cut strips of old, thin sheets, folded the raw edges to the inside (this makes 4 thicknesses) and crocheted with a huge plastic hook. It was my very first attempt. I increased stitches on the corners as example on internet and it turned out well. Eventually it needed to be washed so I put it in an old pillowcase and hoped for the best. I laid it on the deck rail to dry and it turned out great. Lays nice and flat.
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