Latch hooking is a simple weaving technique that involves using a special tool called a latch hook to knot short strands of yarn through a grid like fabric base.
How to make a rug latch hook.
Is this rug technique similar to latch hook.
Fold an edge over one or two times and whipstitch around the edge until secure.
Rug canvas a rug canvas is used to latch hook on to make a rug.
One of those difference is that the cotton cording i used to create this diy rug isn t secured on it s own with a knot like latch hook is.
Choose a size that is at least a few inches larger than you d like your finished rug to be.
This is what it looks like folded up.
And the second key difference is that there are no special tools to use.
It couldn t be easier just loop a piece of yarn around the crook of the latch hook and thread the hooked end under one section of the canvas.
Make your own rug pillow or wall hanging using these basic steps to get you started.
My finished rug is 18 5 x 27 started as 30 x 36.
Repeat on all for sides to bind the edges of the rug.
You ll find them folded like this in store in a variety of sizes.
There are many easy patterns and plenty of advanced patterns to choose from.
Push your hook through a square.
It is kind of similar but there are two key differences.
Blank latch hook rug canvas latch hook tool scissors photoshop or other photo editing program printer yarn needle or iron on fabric tape.
Latch hooking a rug is simple relaxing and fun.
Blank latch hook canvas latch hook yarn you can buy pre cut latch hook yarn but to save money i cut mine by hand 2.
Purchase a latch hooked rug.