Introduction to Rug Hooking

Crafting enthusiasts get introduced to the art of rug hooking in different ways. Some may have come across hooked rugs at a crafting fair while others stumbled upon a book at the library. No matter how rug hooking came into someone's life, the biggest challenge is learning the techniques necessary to create a wonderful work of art. Rug hooking teacher Kris Miller patiently and thoroughly guides new rug hooking fans into the art with Introduction to Rug Hooking Techniques: A Beginner's Guide to Tools, Techniques, & Materials. This book shows crafters how to draw a pattern onto the backing and prepare their materials, how to hook a rug with step-by-step illustrations and instructions, and how to finish and care for the rug. Included are 8 charming projects with patterns along with tips and techniques throughout accompanied by over 400 photos.