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	Christine Dux BellaOnline's Rugmaking Editor

Choosing a rug type - tools used
When choosing a rug, it is easy to wonder where to begin. Here are some thoughts that will help you.

Choosing a Rug Type - Using Fabric Strips
Why choose fabric strips as a rugmaking material? Be willing to be surprised about the possibilities.

Cutting Material for Rag Rugs
Taking the first steps in rag rug making

Decorating Guidelines for Choosing a Rug Design
Here are some guidelines to ensure your handmade rug will enhance your decor.

No Sew Fabric Joins
Instructions for joining fabric strips - No sewing required!

Old and Sold Antique Digest [offsite link]
Articles from several older books covering just about every type of rug making including Braided, Scalloped Doormats (Tongue Rugs), Knitted, Crocheted, Hooked, Colonial Rag, Tufted Counterpane and Needle Woven Rugs. Includes articles on Looms, Rug Frames and Dyes.

Rag Rug Colors to Dye for
Dying as part of the rug-making process.

Round or Circle Rugs
Learn the basic concepts of creating and shaping your toothbrush, crocheted, or nalebinding rugs.

Rug Hooking Sampler Kits
Absorb the history of rugmaking retracing the steps of earler rug makers.

Rugmaking Resources At Your Local Library
Using the internet has become so easy and convenient, we sometimes forget about the resources that are available at our local library.

Sewing Fabric Joins
Instructions for sewing a diagonal and straight join. Sewing can be done with or without a sewing machine, using matching thread.

Tearing and Cutting Fabrics
Tips for Tearing Fabrics and Quick Cutting Tips 1-3.

Three-Color Combinations - Color Wheel Tool
Guidelines for choosing three colors. Know what the possibilities are.

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