A new obsession
I know my version is shaggy and raggedy and even a bit sad but I don't care, not one jot because I am having so much fun. As our wonderful teacher, Rosalie Quinlan, said 'It's all about enjoying the process as much as the end result' and I couldn't agree more.
Yesterday I went over to Gail B's for a Rag Rug with Rosie class and I thoroughly enjoyed myself.
Rosalie was just as charming and lovely as she always is and the other class members were very nice indeed.
I loved tearing the strips of fabric and plan to involve little Henry with this task as I think he will really love it. I learnt a lot and I feel sure my next rug will be better but I will always treasure my first wonky little effort because it was made with a happy heart.
It is going to sit at my feet under my sewing machine table when it is finished.
Today's LINK is not to a project but to a fabulous sewing tip.
How to make a teeny tiny hem. Just follow the link to fabulous Burda Style.
Have a wonderful day
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I love your little rag rug! It's adorable! :0)
ReplyDeleteLOVE your wonky little rug!! It is fun to make these and I don't get any better the more I make but I sure love making them!!
ReplyDeleteOh Mel I love it well done !!!
ReplyDeleteSweet little rag rug - that brings back such memories.
ReplyDeleteYour little rug is wonderful!! What a great idea to involve Henry, you are so right that he'll love tearing the strips. Thank you for the link to the tiny hem tutorial.
ReplyDeleteSweet little rug! You can make them into place mats or chair seats too!
ReplyDeletewell done Mel and I love that Henry will get to be involved too. He might want one for his room :o) hugs
ReplyDeleteSew nice to spend time with friends and learn a new skill. Love your pretty blue wonky rug...
ReplyDeleteLove your rag rug Mel, this is one crochet project I would love to try doing in the future..... you go girl and be happy! :) Barb.
ReplyDeleteThis post made me happy Mel to see you having so much fun and I love it I think you have done a lovely job of making it,take care my friend.xx
ReplyDeleteI've had plans to do this for eons it seems...even have fabric set aside (sigh). Well done!
ReplyDeleteLove your pretty blue rug Mel. I have always loved them too.
ReplyDeleteLove your rug version Mel
ReplyDeleteOh! Great minds think alike! I love yours.....it's crocheted...mine is red and done with a needle but I haven't started it yet as I'm waiting for instructions. So awesome...I can't wait to try it.
ReplyDeleteWonky? I don't see that... I see the beginnings of a beautiful rug... the colour is gorgeous. Seems a shame to put your feet on it :o) Enjoy your new obsession.....
ReplyDeleteNow I think ragged edges might be more like the original rugs made that way, way back in the settler days. I really like your rug in the making!
ReplyDeleteOne day I want to make a rag rug. very pretty fabric for yours.
ReplyDeleteDidn't you know that wonky is the new norm.....well done Mel.
ReplyDeleteI love rag rugs, and you have inspired me to have a look through my stash for fabrics to make one. So happy you enjoyed the day with sweet Rosalie!
ReplyDeleteRosalie's classes are such good fun. She is amazing. I think your rug is looking great. Love the colours.
ReplyDeleteLove the colours in your rug, they remind me of the sea. I can't find any wonky in your picture though! xx debbie
ReplyDeleteNothing wrong with your version...and hey Mel...you can crochet!!!!
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