Hooking Rugs : New Materials, New Techniques

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Hooking Rugs : New Materials, New Techniques		Rating: (2)
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	Rug hooking isn't what it used to be. Thanks in large part to Seattle-area artist Gloria E. Crouse, it has become a new and spirited art form that's accessible to virtually everyone. Crouse works with both conventional and unconventional materials and techniques, and in these pages she shares her discoveries. If you're new to rug hooking, you'll find here all the information and encouragement you need to get started. If your a seasoned rug hooker, you'll welcome a host of unusual techniques - many invented by the author - and valuable design counsel that will enhance your work.

		Date Published 10/1/1990

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Rated By: A reader

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Comments: Inspiring! Gets the creativity pumping!
This is an excellent book about punch hooking, an alternative form of rug hooking. Gloria Crause uses any material she thinks of, there are no No Nos in her method. Anything you can string through the hook is fair game. Her rugs are incredibly beautiful. She offers advice on materials and methods that are priceless.

Rated By: Susan Moulton

From: Mobile, AL

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Comments: Not what I expected
This book is mostly about making wall hangings and is not a good book for the beginner or anyone looking for information about the type of rugs you would put on the floor. I was hoping for some good examples of alternate materials for interesting looks, but this book fell short of that. If you are looking for a fantastic book on this subject look at "The Rug Hook Book" by Thom Boswell, it covers it all from where to get supplies, choosing fabrics (with lots of ideas for adding fun and unusual materials for texture and color), great patterns from traditional to modern. I just can't say enough. If you only buy one book.....this should be the one....it has it all!!!

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