Beginner Rug Hooking

Beginner Rug Hooking

Instructor: Molly White

Class Length: 18 Hours

Description:

In this class participants will learn the fundamental skills that are needed for anyone interested in starting their journey in rug hooking. In this workshop participants will learn:

  • the supplies needed and preparing materials for rug hooking;
  • basic techniques such as making and mastering their loops;
  • the tools required for hooking, including types of hooks and frames;
  • creating and transferring patterns and achieving different textures using various hooks and materials;
  • different ways to finish their rug.

Course Materials

Provided by instructor:

  • Teaching materials, hand outs, inspirational pieces, foundation
  • Fabric for practicing (14” x 14”), and kits for participants
  • Cost of kit: $45.00 to be paid at Rug School

Course Materials

  • Included in kit: Frame, hook, 2 foundation fabrics – one to be used for sampler for practicing hooking and different fibres and the other for hooking your own pattern – which you will create in this class. Instructor will have samples that you can choose from.
  • Hooking and finishing materials.

Participants to provide:

  • Can bring any materials you would like to include in your rug.
  • Light, extension cord.