Resources on Area Rugs Crafts

The Rug Hookers' Group on Yahoo.com
Here's where you can join the Rug Hookers e-group at Yahoo.com. If you've ever been a part of an e-group before you're undoubtedly in for a pleasant surprise. This is a large group of people, all of whom are interesting in hooked rugs, and all of them ready, willing, and anxious to share their expertise, their knowledge, their skill, their hints, and their tips to help you with any hooked rug project you have or are thinking of starting. Groups such as this are very close-knit and willing to lend help and advice as if you are a member of a family. If you are interested in joining an on-going discussion on a wide range of hooked rug topice with over 1,600 other rug hooking enthusiasts, then follow the simple instructions for gaining membership.

Making a Rug by Zapotec
If you've ever wondered how rugs are made, this Zapotec rug website features instructions for making your own rug. First, the material is cleaned and subsequently carded, or brushed. Next, wool is spun to make yarn. Dyeing takes place next, and involves adding pigment to the yarn. Finally, weaving the rug produces the final product.

Handmade Rugs
This website is about handmade rugs. The website includes information about rug attributes, rug history, rug design geography, a rug glossary and other resources. Rug attributes such as layout, size, color, style, make and rug condition have separate links with more information. A tool guide shows the equipment used in making rugs.

Rug Hooking
The Robin's Nest and Bird Bath Essentials offer traditional rug hooking supplies and accessories, as well as, quality handcrafted soap and body essentials. Open irregular hours due to my full-time job, the studio also stocks my father's hand-woven baskets, needle felting supplies, and other gift items. Classes, workshops, hook-ins and other gatherings are offered regularly at The Nest. Includes information about the rug retreat, rug links, newsletters, and rug resources.

Latch Hook Rugs
Latch hook rugs include product information and pricing, as well as latch hook rug design inspiration. Website also includes accessories and notions, Navajo pillows, and other needlecrafts. A section on crafts, decorating ideas, clothing patterns and fabrics, as well as other needlecrafts, are provided.