on the worktable: hooked on scraps
Friday, May 17, 2013 at 1:00AM I know I have posted several times on the love of using scraps of fabric but here I am again. I just can't bear to part with them. Just because they are small doesn't mean they aren't beautiful or useful - right? This time I paired that love with another favorite of mine. Rug hooking. What I got was an unexpected surprise.
Using a blend of fibers, hand dyed cottons, wool, tulle and more this bag turned out to be a textile lover's dream come true. Chunky, lofty, and just plain yummy. In rug hooking I take special care to vary the loft of the project, giving it added depth. I did the same here and this created the added bonus of shading- bringing out the vibrant color of the bag.
A reclaimed quilt block and vintage style spray made a perfect closure for the bag. I love the charm of the floral and tulle - a throwback addition to the funkiness of the modern hooked look. Touching this bag is wonderful!
Now can you see why I can't throw all those scraps away?
Reader Comments (4)
I am dying to touch that! It is so beautiful!
Ooooh Rae - this is amazing! I cannot wait to see it in person! You never cease to amaze me!
This is soooooooo cool! I have TONS, and I do mean tons, of scraps - many of them already cut in these neat'o strips I was collecting years ago to do log cabin quilts. Not, I have lots of newer fabrics and wools. Can't wait to try this!
Question, did you use traditional rug hooking monks cloth or another canvas type?
Thanks girls! I had a lot of fun sorting scraps and making this. I LOVE the texture more than anything too! I actually used plastic canvas for this Nancy, to stabilize the base! Thank you all for your sweet comments!