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 I like to crochet rag rugs out of fabric scraps. However, you always have to deal with the edges fraying. I got an idea. My husband had about 11 old colored cotton tee shirts. I cut them up in 1 1/2 inch strips going around and around (the fewer strips you've got, the less sewing them together you have to do). Then I crocheted them into a round rug. I think it turned out beautiful. I use it on the side of the bed. It matches everything.
By Donna from Millbury, OH
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Post By phabrajojus (Guest Post)
(09/23/2007)
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to straightace;
I might suggest that you try cutting your sweaters into squares and crocheting them together to make one of a kind afghans.
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I've made these for years using T-shirts, old sweats, or other knit fabrics. The size hook can vary with the width of the strips. I like to make mine from a half double stitch. I've made circle rugs, oval rugs, and rectangular ones. I've found a jumbo crochet hook that makes the rugs really nice and thick, so they feel so soft underfoot. I think this in an absolutely wonderful way to recycle, and they last for years.
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Gorgeous rug. Looks like it would be so soft to step onto
on a cold winter morning. Great Idea!
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Can anyone figure out knitting directions for preferably a round rug? I have directions to knit round washcloths so I guess it can be done. Has anyone tried?
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If anyone wants the directions for the rag rug made out of tee shirts e-mail me at jlockwood3@woh.rr.com. I can just send it to you. It does use a Q size hook. I've posted the directions for it on this website but honestly I'm not seeing it show up anywhere.
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I love this idea. I have some faded t-shirts that are only technically still wearable. Now they have a new purpose in life. I'm guessing you use about a J-sized hook (about 1/4" in diameter)?
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Bet that feels nice and cushy when you step out of bed in the morning! good thinkin'!
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Post By Enter your nameArlene. (Guest Post)
(09/06/2007)
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I know a little bit about crocheting, but could you possibly give some directions as to how to start the rug and also how each row is crocheted? Thanks
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Post By Jeanne,Schenectady, NY (Guest Post)
(09/06/2007)
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I love this idea! Can you send the crocheting directions?
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Post By ML (Guest Post)
(09/06/2007)
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That is really attractive. How did you do that without it curling? Can you post the pattern or tell us where to find it?
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I love the rug! Does anyone have suggestions for what to do with old sweaters? I especially like to crochet, but all ideas are welcome. Sweaters ravel a lot more than t-shirts do, so that may rule some ideas out! Thanks!!
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Now this is really cool! I love this idea, I have 2 college boys and a husband that has TONS of old T-shirts! What a cool idea! Thanks for sharing!
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Post By Francoise (Guest Post)
(09/05/2007)
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great idea.
You could also knit the rug (rectangle) if one does not know how to crochet.
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