Book Description
Hook, punch, and poke your way to the popular primitive look! Get a complete introduction to three super-simple crafts: rug hooking, punchneedle embroidery, and needle felting.
• Feature classic folk-art motifs such as cats, houses, birds, and stars in 13 delightful designs
• Discover the inspiration behind each project; then use easy color-planning methods to design original projects
• Get expert advice for all three crafts with "Hooker's Hints" sidebars, sprinkled throughout the book
Customer Reviews:
Comprehensive, Great Book.......2006-08-11
Do not miss your chance to add this book to your library. This second book by Pat Cross is fabulous. Very well done, factual and complete, great photographs - just a great book and one I am proud to own.
Another Winner.......2006-08-10
Here's another winner from fiber artist Pat Cross. This is a thorough how-to on Pat's specialty, which are primitive rugs in a wonderful neutral palate. You will never see a better example than the gorgeous rug on the cover. There are lots of tips with great examples and photos. A great addition to any fiber artist's library.
Simply Primitive.......2006-08-09
Simply Primitive is another cogently written work by Pat Cross. The book will inspire and guide both the novice and the experienced artist of the primitive style. There are many original designs with patterns for you to create your own works of art. Pat tells you where she finds her inspiration and how she creates her designs. The book is beautifully illustrated with color pictures of the wools and the tools Pat uses, and encourages you to select what "works for you". I am a rug hooker and have selected 2 of her designs which will be winter projects for me ... Quilted Cats [the cover design from an antique quilt] and Cat Birds [this is done in 2 just colors ! with an amazingly effective border]. Pat shares several Punchneedle designs, but I am intrigued most by the Needlefelting and suspect I'll be working with roving this winter as well. With her clear and detailed instructions, you can even punchneedle and/or needlefelt parts or the whole of her hooked rug designs. And, if you have not bought Purely Primitive ... buy both of these books; you're in for a treat.
Don't buy this for Punchneedle - you'll be very disappointed.......2006-08-08
I bought this book because I love punchneedle -- and "punchneedle" is in the subtitle of this book, so I assumed there would be some good punchneedle patterns and projects here. However, there are only two very nondescript (and disappointing) punchneedle patterns in this book, and I was very disappointed. I think the publishers just wanted to add "punchneedle" and "needle felting" to the title of the book to boost sales - but there's not much content here for either punchneedle or needle felting. If you're into rug hooking, you'll enjoy this book more, but if you have her other book on rug hooking, then you won't need this one, too. There's nothing new here, except for the gorgegous cat rug on the front cover, which is stunning (and perhaps worth the price of the book). I'm going to do that pattern as punchneedle.
Book Description
“This book’s most outstanding feature is the section of colorful patterns for making one’s own hooked rugs....A gallery of exemplary hooked rugs by artists offers inspiration....Recommended.” —Library Journal. “Rug hookers of any level of experience will no doubt find something here that will inform and challenge them.”—McCall’s Needlework.
Customer Reviews:
Good starter book for beginners..........2004-02-12
I used to do very small counted-cross stitch for a hobby. First, my return to college interrupted it, then my eyesight got to be a hindrance to this 'artistic' endeavor. The final straw came when I developed peripheral neuropathy that makes it very hard to handle the small needles. So I went looking for something I could do that would take me away from my sometimes depressing bioethics/disability work, and my always depressing attempt to finish my Ph.D. in science education. My sister and I both reached a consensus that rug hooking would be the answer, as it is a rather large format of crafting.
This book provides a lot of information on how to start, where to get the implements, what to use, etc. Even though I enjoyed looking at what others have done, the rugs shown were a bit too abstract and simplistic for my taste. I'd rather hook something along the line of fine art when I get along far enough. The photos are great, and this is an easily accessible book for beginners.
Karen Sadler
An inspiring book.......2000-09-10
I found this book very exciting and has me ready to get into hooking rugs. It really covers it all from materials, dying fabric, choosing fabric, where to buy supplies, great designs for both traditional and modern, and good information on finishing projects. It gives lots of ideas for other, non-traditional materials that can be added to give your rug texture and that personal touch.If you are looking for a fantastic book on this subject look no further this covers it all. I just can't say enough. If you want to learn about rug hooking and you only buy one book.....this should be the one....it has it all!
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Good Solid Info, Nothing New.......1999-08-14
This book contains a lot of solid basic information, but doesn't really cover any new ground. It's still worth reading!
Good beginner's book with lots of detailed patterns.......1997-11-08
This book gives an overview of how to hook, the use of color and dyeing, and offers patterns in several styles, from primitive to traditional. It's
a great book for a rug hooker's collection. My first and second rugs are from this book! The only drawback is that the formulas for dyeing are a little brief.
Book Description
Give your home a fresh look with charming quilts and coordinating rugs! Two talented sisters team up for a one-of-a-kind collection that breathes new life into traditional folk art.
• Eighteen projects showcase a mix of patriotic and Americana themes
• Choose from simple-to-make motifs such as stars, hearts, flags, and houses
• Patterns for Polly Minick's much-admired rug designs are published here for the first time ever
• A "Make It Yours" section will show you how to easily design your own rugs
Customer Reviews:
Eye Candy for Rug Hookers and Quilters.......2004-01-02
I love this book! It is full of inspiration, information and lots of wonderful photos. Very clear, concise instructions are included, as well as lots of great patterns. I especially loved Polly's color palette in her folky rugs and seeing the rugs and coordinated quilts on display in her home. For those looking for Americana themed rugs and quilts, this is a great book, as it contains several projects based on red,white & blue designs.
Wonderful Folk Art Friends.......2003-07-21
This is a wonderfully composed book with clear instructions, beautiful pictures, and interesting background. Inspiration comes from not only the projects, but from the wonderful ways the rugs and quilts are displayed in Polly's home. This is not only a must have for any quilter and hooker, but is also a tempting book for those who would like to learn either art.
Donna Schultz
Folk Art Friends.......2003-07-08
This is a WONDERFUL book. The pictures are gorgeous and the nstructions are accurate and concise. Makes you want to own every quilt and rug in the book!
Terrific Book!.......2003-07-03
Filled with beautiful photos of Polly's home and her hooked rugs, along with her sister's wonderful coordinating quilts, this is a MUST HAVE book for all rug hooker's new and "old." Americana "eye-candy!" It is refreshingly uncomplicated and includes patterns to both quilt and hook. Every crafter needs this book on their bookshelf!
Looking for inspiration??.......2003-07-01
Folk Art Friends is both an inspirational and a practical how-to-book, combining two art forms...hand-hooking rugs and quilting to produce your own folk art. I am a rug hooker of just 2 years; I have never quilted, but have wanted to hand quilt a piece. This book is urging me to "go girl". Beautiful color photos, clear directions, patterns galore, resources for materials...everything a quilter and/or rug hooker would need in one book...and you can produce coordinating works! These two authors, sisters, are experts who are willing to share their ideas and techniques with others...in the true spirit of their arts. This book is a true "keeper".
Book Description
Features 22 primitive rug-hooking projects
Detailed step-by-step directions and easy-to-follow text including designers' tips for hooking primitives
Provides information for beginners as well as advanced rug hookers
Well-known primitive rug hookers Jenny Rupp and Lisa Yeago combine their expertise along with the talents of 22 others to bring you an exciting variety of hand-hooked projects. Now, with the introduction of
Designs for Primitive Rug Hookers, brought to you by Rug Hooking magazine, these easy-to-follow projects become clear for the novice as well as the most experienced rug hooker. Free pattern line drawings and complete material lists are included for each project to help get you started. Projects range from pillows and mats to table runners, an eyeglass case, a tea cozy, belts, and more. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to hook these unique primitive rugs today.
Customer Reviews:
Wonderful .......2007-08-04
This book is great to inspire any rughooker at any level. The photos are great. Directions written nicely. You will find yourself looking through the pages again and again. Great book to add to your rug hooking collection.
Don't be mislead by Amazon's "Book Review".......2007-05-14
In spite of how it may appear on this page, this item is NOT a magazine or book! It's an instructional DVD. Contents include: Getting started with outline and fill, Hooking outline and fill, Getting started with fine shading, Sequential hooking fine shading, Getting started with scraps, Hooking with scraps, Special consideration scrap hooking, Hooking a dip-dyed rose, Special considerations for dip-dyes. It shows great closeups of the different techniques so you can see exactly what he's doing.
While this DVD compliments "The Rug Hooker's Bible", it is in no way dependent on it - you can easily use the DVD only, without the book. This is Volume 2; there is obviously a Volume 1 as well which is sold separately.
Customer Reviews:
This book is a MUST HAVE for primitive rug hookers .......2006-09-16
The patterns and photos in this book are superb! This is one of the best rug hooking books I've ever had. The patterns are plentiful and EXCELLENT. I highly recommend this book to primitive rug hookers -- and to just anyone who loves folk art. This book is a wonderful treasure to peruse over and over again. It became my favorite book in my rug hooking library the minute I got my hands on it.
A welcome and enthusiastically recommended addition.......2005-12-07
Woolley Fox American Folk Art Rug Hooking by expert needlecrafter and rug hooker Barbara Carroll is divided into three major sections, Part I tours the Wooley Fox guesthouses and classroom, Barbara's wool collection, and introduces the reader to the art of rug hooking. Part II provides rug hooking basics, step-by-step instructions, including how to work with wool, dyeing wool, cutting wool, tools, hooking the wool, transferring the pattern, as well as adding backing, borders, and finishing. Part II offers eighteen patterns along with complete "how to" instructions inspired by leading American folk artists Warren Kimble and Carol Endres. Beautifully and profusely illustrated throughout, Barbara Carroll's Woolley Fox American Folk Art Rug Hooking is a welcome and enthusiastically recommended addition to any personal, academic, professional, or community library needlecraft instructional reference collection.
A welcome and enthusiastically recommended addition.......2005-12-07
Woolley Fox American Folk Art Rug Hooking by expert needlecrafter and rug hooker Barbara Carroll is divided into three major sections, Part I tours the Wooley Fox guesthouses and classroom, Barbara's wool collection, and introduces the reader to the art of rug hooking. Part II provides rug hooking basics, step-by-step instructions, including how to work with wool, dyeing wool, cutting wool, tools, hooking the wool, transferring the pattern, as well as adding backing, borders, and finishing. Part II offers eighteen patterns along with complete "how to" instructions inspired by leading American folk artists Warren Kimble and Carol Endres. Beautifully and profusely illustrated throughout, Barbara Carroll's Woolley Fox American Folk Art Rug Hooking is a welcome and enthusiastically recommended addition to any personal, academic, professional, or community library needlecraft instructional reference collection.
Hooking fun!.......2005-10-31
I just love this book! It starts with the basics of how to hook a rug, but then it also has some great patterns and instructions for projects. Each project has a level of difficulty assigned and there are several designs by Warren Kimble and Carol Endres! Excellent!
Book Description
Get inspired to stitch and hook! This collection of all-new quilts and coordinating hooked rugs comes from a team of talented sisters—back with more of the signature folk-art style they shared in their first book, Folk Art Friends.
· Create eight pairs of quilts and rugs that spotlight favorite themes, from antique game boards to baseball and pets
· Achieve a timeless look with traditional quilt patterns, such as Log Cabin and Irish Chain
· Learn all you need to know about hooking rugs and stitching quilts—complete how-tos are provided for both
Customer Reviews:
One book -- two crafts -- HOURS of fun.......2007-02-09
I LOVE books that have a dual purpose and EVERYDAY FOLK ART does just that! If you are a quilter, buy this book and make the quilt, then hook a rug to go along with it. And, remember the reverse, if you are a hooker, buy this book, hook a rug and then make the quilt to go along with it. Either way, you will learn a new technique. AND, if you already do both crafts, the book will keep you busy for many days and nights to come.
There are eight patterns that range from stars to animals to patriotic themes to game themes to a Log Cabin and finally an Irish Chain. The quilts are made by piecing alone or with piecing and appliqué. There is even a easy technique for making a Log Cabin (not the pattern but the actual Log Cabin) that uses "ragged" fabric. The rugs are hooked to match the themes of the quilts. You could even use up all those scraps you hate to throw away as a quilter and make a "scatter" rug --- one that is just a maze of colors.
Each quilt pattern has a materials list, cutting instructions and then instructions for putting the quilt together, along with graphics to help explain what you are suppose to do. If special templates are needed, they are also included. A full color photo of the finish quilt is provided. For each rug, the same things are provided as for the quilts.
There are tips in special colored boxes throughout the book and each author gives a brief overview about the pattern. The chapters at the end of the book include ten pages of basic quilting how-to's, 16 pages of basic rug hooking how-to's and a page of resources in case you cannot locate any of the supplies you might need to create these wonderful folk art pieces. This sister duo sure has a knack for fabric arts.
Folk Artists. . . extraordinaire!.......2005-04-27
Polly Minick and Laurie Simpson's new book Everyday Folk Art is why we just can't stop hooking and stitching! They have a way of sparking ideas from the everyday events - some things that might have passed us by as being ordinary. The constant fiber of life - family, friends, pets, country and home . . . stories - stitched and hooked - heart and hand - into heirlooms, that speak volumes about how valuable common everyday life really is. I love this book!
Bonnie Smith
The Wool Street Journal
Customer Reviews:
GOOD GOOD GOOD.......2007-06-08
FIRST I PURCHASED RUG HOOKERS GARDEN BOOK AND I WAS DISAPOINTED BECAUSE IT WAS WITH NO PATTENS IT ONLY TEACHES THE TECNIQUE WITH OUT HOW TO PRACTICE THEN I ORDERED SHADING FLOWERS BOOK IT WAS REALY A COMPLETE GUIDE FOR HOW TO MAKE A FLOWER SHADING BUT I WOULD RECOMMEND THAT BOOK ONLY FOR INTERMEDIATE AND EXPERTS NOT FOR BEGINNERS.
A detailed book of shading 45 different blooms........1999-06-29
This book not only gives details in shading for 45 different flowers, it also delves into the basics of hooking and the how-to's of several dye methods. The author lists over a dozen formulas with a transitional formula for each one, which is very interesting. On the whole, I found this book very helpful and full of good information.
Book Description
Getting started is often the most challenging part of beginning new projects. Choosing the subject matter, what materials to use, and color planning to bring it all together--each step is time intensive. Now for the first time Rug Hooking magazine and The Quilter Magazine have combined their energies to offer a blend of coordinated projects for everyone to enjoy. Each project is designed in at least two different ways using the same pattern elements. Learn how to piece, stitch, and finish quilted projects; follow step-by-step directions to make hand-hooked rugs; master the techniques of stenciling theorems and floorcloths; plus learn to stitch a Christmas sampler. All these projects and more are included in this indispensable book for fiber art lovers. Features 17 projects--7 quilted, 4 hooked, 3 penny rugs, 2 painted, 1 cross stitch and each design shown in different mediums using the same pattern elements. Also includes detailed step-by-step directions and easy-to-follow text and pattern templates for completing each project.
Book Description
Back by popular demand, "Hooked on Cats" takes you step by step through a variety of styles and patterns and provides advice on capturing the look of cat fur, whiskers, eyes, and noses. Complete basic projects in a short time or use dye formulas and design hints to create your own rugs. Includes: tips and techniques from a renowned rug hooker; ten complete patterns with step-by-step instructions; a full-color gallery of rugs both old and new; special dyeing techniques; how to hook fur, whiskers, and more.
Customer Reviews:
Fantastic book for Cat-loving rug hookers!.......1999-11-18
If you like cats you can not find a better book for hooking on the subject than this one. It gives detailed pattern instructions for all kinds of cats. It is full of lovely photos, many in color. The front cover tells it all. It is a color picture of a beautiful gray persian cat. Instructions for this cat are contained inside including how to dye for the project. Enjoy!
Amazon.com
Hooked rugs add more than color and warmth to a room; they lend a great deal of charm. In the hands of a skilled artisan they may be rendered in great detail and with subtle patterning, but even a novice can accomplish a nice-looking project with a little practice. A gallery of delightful rugs sets the stage here, depicting everything from fruits and flowers to teapots, cabins, roosters, and dancing bears. The instructional section explains the supplies and general techniques, from preparing the strips of wool (thrift-shop finds are a great source of material) to color planning and dyeing your own wools, and, of course, the hooking process itself. The specific project section is a bit too brief (only three projects are presented in full) and the pattern section somewhat vague (it consists only of color photos of six designs and the line-drawn renditions thereof), but the primer of general techniques is certainly thorough enough to get you started if you're keen on the craft. --Amy Handy
Book Description
“There is something about quilting bees and rug-hooking klatches that make for wonderful works of art....Mather has captured the spirit—and the how-tos....The real value is the promotion of a much-loved art for contemporary society.”—Booklist. Pore through a gallery of color photos of rugs, and then use these patterns to make your own. A complete primer fills you in on preparing the fabric; “stitches” and loops; and more.
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