How Do You Make A Colonial Braided Rug?
A country style home would not be complete without a colonial braided rug. Not only is the finished decor item attractive, soft and warm underfoot, it is a great way for craft enthusiasts to use extra fabric. Anyone can make a colonial braided rug for their home. Choose fabric that matches the room you intend to use the colonial braided rug in. You can make the rug from one solid color, but patterns and varying colors are preferred for a real country look. Cotton or wool fabric is the best choice for this type of rug. Quilting fabric or calico is ideal; it is most historically accurate for a colonial style rug. Cut the fabric in long strips about two to three inches wide. For thicker wool fabrics, make the strips narrower. Fold the edges of each strip in and then fold the strip in half. This will hide the raw edges at the side and prevent unsightly fraying. This can be sewn together to maintain the folds, or you can fold it as you go along with the braid. Stitch the ends of three fabri
