Woolley Fox American Folk Art Rug Hooking: 18 Folk Art Projects with Rug-Hooking Basics, Tips & Techniques (Landauer) How-To Basics, Step-by-Step Instructions, and Patterns for Authentic Rugs

by Barbara Carroll

Learn everything you need to know to successfully complete 18 authentic American folk art projects! Woolley Fox American Folk Art Rug Hooking is divided into three sections that provide you with inspiration, how-to basics, and projects with patterns. Part I invites you to the Woolley Fox, where rug hooking enthusiasts from around the world attend workshops. Part II details the rug hooking basics with step-by-step instructions and photographs for working with wool, dyeing, cutting, hooking, finishing, and more! Part III provides the patterns and instructions for 18 fabulous rug hooking projects inspired by leading American folk artists, Warren Kimble and Carol Endres.

Paperback

First published September 1, 2005

Reviews

[Min · Rating 2 out of 5]

I bought this book, even though it was a little more than I wanted to pay. Sadly, it did not live up to my expectations. Several designs are based on Carol Endres' and Warren Kimble's artwork, but even these didn't grab me. The designs are cutesy and not primitive enough for me. I prefer the work of Judy Taylor and find it more inspiring and original.

[Carl Wade · Rating 2 out of 5]

Pg 24: She gives a test for woll content. Put a sample into a class of chlorine bleach over night. It it is disolves it is wool , if a few threads remain then it is a little less. This would be a good way to test old carpets you want to put over weeds to kill them off.
Pf 28: The "marry method to dye multi colors into one color. Set a pot to medium high with detergent, simmer for 15-20 minutes. Add 1/3 cup of white vinegar simmer 15-20 minutes.
Pg 39: has tem tips for hooking. Along with 18 projects.