Craft: Rag Rug from Recycled Fleece Clothing
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I have just joined the site and thought you might like to see a rug made from recycled fleece jackets. They are very cheap to buy in the charity shops, there are some brilliant colors and make a super rug. Animals particularly like the cozy feel and I suppose they could be made with the name of the dog/cat.
For a large rug, hessian needs to be fixed on to a stretcher and needs to be quite taught. Cut fleece garments or throws into long half inch strips and work with holding the strip under the hessian and poking a hook.
I used a large crochet hook, through the hessian and picking up a loop through the hole. I continued with loops close to each other following the design drawn on the hessian with marker pen, leaving a border for folding under.
I used double sided carpet tape to fold the edges over but copydex is good. I then covered the back and glued the edges of a square of hessian tucking in a hem for neatness.
Isobel
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RE: Craft: Rag Rug from Recycled Fleece Clothing
Hello Isobel!
I just ran across your lovely article for the fleece rugs and I am in awe! I do have questions about the kind of stretcher that you use...how big do you recommend, where do you buy them...etc. I am a novice at this kind of thing and would like to also know where hessian is found. Thank you so much for inspiring me. If you could also send me exact instructions that would be really great too!! Feel free to contact me at the email address listed.
Thank you bunches! :o)
Post by ms_surri
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Hi Isobel, This is the best rug I've seen from old clothes. I would like to make a rectangular one from the way too many t-shirts I have cluttering my life! I have some latch-hook backing that I have had for years in my studio - do you think I could use it rather than the hessian? Also, could you explain in more detail how the loops are secured. I was going to try a latch hook style, but this looks neater and more professional. Could you please send me some information? (Great design too, might I say). Yenski :)
Post by Yenski
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How do the loops stay in place? Very nice!
Post by Hmscholer
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Years ago, when I was in Art school, a dear friend made several rugs like this. As crafty as I was, I just could not get the hang of it, and mine never turned out. Your picture makes me remember why I was upset that I couldn't make mine work. It's such a wonderful craft and the rugs are so beautiful. I just may try my hand at it again! Thank you so much for the inspiration.
Post by susanmajp
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Another request for instructions. PLEASE, pretty please, with sugar and cream on top!
From the instructions you have, I'm thinking the rug ends up being flat vs. looped. But I may be so confused. PLEASE! Now I'm begging. I'll quit.
Post By Pinky (Guest Post)
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I have crocheted rag rugs but this is something different. Never used a backing. Is the backing the same as for a latch hook rug? Your rug is really beautiful. Would love to make one for me.
Post by barbjoan
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Hi,
Yes, more details would be helpful. How do you secure the strip on the back so the loops do not pull out?
Post by RealtorRose
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Well, Isobel, it seems you have a following! LOL I, too, am very interested in the process! If memory serves me, I think a hessian is just like a canvas or burlap sort of backing, is that correct? I do hope you post some instructions soon. These would really go over big in the craft shows and flea markets. You could do well for yourself! Thanks for the tips.
Post by su554
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I must have the instructions. I have many fleece jackets that are of no use anymore, not to mention the scraps that I accumulate from making fleece no sew blankets. PLEASE PLEASE post instructions.
Post by jules1963
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Isobel - I love your rug & recycling. I've been wanting to do this, tried rag rugmaking years ago. The fleece I've been thinking about lately because I have scraps from sewing & clothes and am an avid second hand shopper. I would love further directions, Where do I get a hespian. I just did mine on canvas with a rug hook, then machine and hand sewing. It was ok, but nothing like this beautiful creation. Thank you so much.
Post by chrissy1313
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I am also interested in learning this procedure. Please post instructions or a link. The rug is beautiful.
Post by labsah
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It is beautiful! Also instructions would be great.
Post By Beth (Guest Post)
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You are so gracious to take the time to do this. I'm sure many of our
thrifty friends will want instructions. I have many scraps of fleece and
some yardage also. Will be happy to find a different way to use it.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Mary
Post by jess
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How amazing. When I saw the pic, I thought it was wall art. I would love to have the instructions on how to make this for myself. Thanks so much...
Post by Milesky
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I would love to have the instructions also.
Post By Becky (Guest Post)
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I have bags of second hand clothes (including fleece articles) from my 4 teenagers. Would love to have the instructions to make this rug. It is gorgeous!
Post By istalynn4 (Guest Post)
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Isobel, Your rug is AWESOME;) It looks a lot like some very expensive rugs I've seen (and wanted!), in the high-end stores. You could, most definitely, make a living at this. I'm sure ;) I, too, am very interested in instructions on how to do this, as I'm in love with high-end decorating... but, on a low-end budget, lol;) Thanks for sharing your talent with us!
Post By Heather (Guest Post)
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I found instructions for circles cut out of fleece fabric, you then sew them on a backing (could be corduroy, or towel), the circles are about 2 or 2.5 inches in diameter. The end result could be beautiful with different colors sewed in straight lines. It's also very warm on the feet!
Rosebud
Post By rosi (Guest Post)
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Another request for the instructions please.
Lovely job!
Post by popet
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You rock! Please post directions. What kind of backing are you using, or is it tied into itself without the need for a canvas backing?
Post by fab4mom
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A work of art! I too would like some instructions on site
Post by thriftmeg
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Yes, please post the instructions - our new puppy would love a rug!
Post By Grandma Sherri (Guest Post)
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Would love to have the instructions posted here.
Thanks so much! You're brilliant.
Mary
Post by cherished
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Too nice for a pet! Beautiful rug!
Post By Nance (Guest Post)
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This is brilliant! I'd love to know how you started this project.
Post by chriself
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Isobel, you are so creative, I'll bet those are so soft. Many years ago, I made rugs from hooking yarn in a backing, they are very pretty and durable. I think you can use most any fabric as long as it is of similar weight.
This craft was a practical use of hard-to-come-by fabric, many years ago. People made use of every bit of clothing too worn to wear. It's hard for most people to imagine not having all the things we have today but years ago, life was more difficult and most things were made by the people using them. For clothing, they sheared the sheep, spun the wool and made the clothing from it. Now, I don't have personal experience with that LOL but almost!
Post By Pat (Guest Post)
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Awesome! How did you make that? Did you cut strips and hook them through cloth? I have never made a rag rug before
Post by Cathy S
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I am interested in how this rug is made. I have made several different types, and am currently working on a primitive rug hooking, but I love the idea of recycled fleece, and would be interested in how it is made. Could you post some basic directions or an explanation of type?
Post By Gerri (Guest Post)
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