GOOGLE it. That's the best way to find info. Was it braided? My sister makes those wool braided rugs, she cuts the strips, braids them and then there is a way to sew them together. If you're using plastic you could probably cut additional strips to bind the braids together or use fishing line.
http://www.craftown.com/instruction/rugs.htm
If that link doesn't work just try copying and pasting it in.