A Short
Introduction to the World of Rug Hooking
When you think of rugs, it’s easy to picture just the
mainstream offerings like those at Rugs Direct, but
there’s a sub-culture of enthusiasts who actually make their own. The
technique, known as rug hooking,
dates back to the 19th Century and it really is a fascinating craft.
With that in mind, here’s our short introduction to the world of rug hooking.
The basics
of rug hooking
Without getting into an in-depth tutorial, the basic
technique behind rug hooking involves pulling loops or fabric or yarn through a
stiff base such as linen, burlap or rug warp. In a method that’s actually quite
similar to crochet, these pieces of fabric or yarn are pulled through using a
hook attached to a handle. The strips of yarn can either be hand-torn for a
rustic effect or precision cut with a machine. Purveyors of rug hooking are
able to create hugely intricate designs by creating a basic sketch on the
backing, then hooking through any number of colourful yarns.
Where rug
hooking began
The roots of the rug hooking technique seems to begin in
Yorkshire around the 19th Century. At this time the workers in the
weaving mills were sometimes allowed to keep the offcuts of fabric, which they
would then take home. Because they didn’t have looms at home, the manual method
of rug hooking was born. There’s also some evidence that the technique was also
used by the Vikings who came to Scotland – or at least the idea of pulling
fabric through a base layer. The practice of rug hooking is also very popular
in the United States and Canada alongside such creative pursuits as quilting
and embroidery.
Rug hooking
as an art form
Today, despite the fact that most commercially available rugs
are produced through large-scale operations, rug hooking remains a niche
interest. There are plenty of people across the world who push the limits of
what can be done with the basic rug hooking technique. For example, rather than
simply settling for a regular geometric design, many rug hooking enthusiasts
will attempt to create realistic pieces of artwork such as portraits. In this
way, rug hooking really is an art in itself.
If you
think rug hooking seems like a lot of work, why not check out our huge
selection of ready-made rugs? There’s
something for everyone. Or if you have questions about rugs (or anything else)
just call 0845 838 8638.
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