Making latch hook rugs is a popular hobby -- But how is this rug weaving done ?

Latch hook rugs are made using a special rug weaving process that involves knotting short pieces of yarn onto a canvas. This is achieved using a purpose built hook that has a small latch attached to it. The pattern for the latch hook rug can be either printed onto the backing canvass, or as a separate graphed pattern. Both types of rug hooking pattern are widely available online. Whichever pattern type you choose the principle techniques used in this type of rug weaving are the same. You simply work your way along the canvass, line by line, knotting the correct color of yarn, thread by thread, until the complete rug is finished.

When the latch hook rug is at the end of the rug weaving process the edges and back need to be finished off. Your rug is then ready for use. For most people it is the joy of the rug making process itself which attracts them to this popular hobby, although at the end of a project you get the bonus of a useful floor rug, wall hanging, furniture throw or even a pillow that you have the satisfaction of knowing you made yourself. The best way to get started with this hobby is to buy a latch hook rug kit. There are many useful sites online, each one giving instructional advice as well as offering a large range or useful supplies.

To clean your finished latch hook rug just give it an occasional vacuum. If you chose wool pile for your rug weaving, this naturally repels the dirt, and should be all that is required, but if a really good clean is required then take it to the professional cleaners.

October 15th 2004

By: Paul Goodwin
Website: http://www.a-to-z-of-rugs.com

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