Hooking Rugs: New Materials, New Techniques

by Gloria E. Crouse

Rug hooking isn't what it used to be. Thanks in large part to Seattle-area artist Gloria E. Crouse, it has become a new and spirited art form that's accessible to virtually everyone. Crouse works with both conventional and unconventional materials and techniques, and in these pages she shares her discoveries.

147 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 1990

Reviews

[Deborah]

In the companion video, Crouse discusses various techniques and materials, shows two projects, and shows a sampler of her finished pieces. The book has an inspirational photo gallery, in addition to the how-to stuff. She doesn't use a hand hook - her interest is in speed needles and punch needles - but her approach to using off-beat materials will appeal to hand hook users as
well. I'd advise against painting latex on the back of your rugs like she does (it's an allergen and makes it very difficult to repair the rug).

[Suz]

Really about rug punching, not rug hooking. Still very interesting if you want to learn about nontraditional fabrics and such...