How Do You Make A Knotted Rag Rug?
Knotted rag rugs can bring a true touch of country charm into your house. Not only are they fabulous for style, they are soft and warm underneath. Knotted rag rugs are also a great way for craft enthusiasts to use up small scraps of fabric. Read on to learn how to make a knotted rag rug. Construct the wooden rug frame. You can purchase a large picture frame and use that if you are making a smaller throw rug. Larger rugs will be constructed in sections. Create a rag rug frame by nailing together 1 inch by 1 inch or larger strips of strong wood. Make sure the rag rug frame is a size you can work with easily. Nail small, large-headed nails around the outside of the wooden rag rug frame. The nails should be about half an inch apart. Put them on both sides, the top, and the bottom of the frame. These will be the nails that the rag rug warp thread is strung on. Choose a strong cotton warp thread specifically made for rug making. This can be found in most craft or fabric stores. Tie one end o
