Monday, November 2, 2015

Challenge Rug ~

 
I am participating in the "Out of Hand Rug Hookers Hook-a-Long and Challenge" on Facebook.  (WHEW!  That's a mouthful.)  We were given maybe 15 motifs to choose from to design a rug at least 18" x 28".  You could use as few or as many as you wished.
 
Magdalena Briner was my inspiration.  Here's my design before transferring to my linen backing.
 
 
I think my rooster came out pretty good :)
 

Bobbie was able to identify this wool as Milk and Honey by Heavens to Betsy.  I love the way it hooked up.  The color in the bottom picture is the true color.
 
 
Progress so far.  I was going to put an LF in the left corner.  I wanted it to blend in, but I think I need to hook more around it to see if it is going to work.  I also need to tweak my fat-headed mouse.  I think I need to move his hind "legs" further back.  He looks like he is on wheels . . . lol.


So far, this is fun.  I may not get any of my Christmas gifts made . . . sigh . . . but there's always next year, right?
 
Thanks so much for stopping by.
Pug hugs :)
Lauren
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16 comments:

  1. KimNovember 2, 2015 at 8:44 PM

    It looks great Lauren. This was a fun challenge. I hope she does another as now I know just how stiff the competition is

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  2. WoolenSailsNovember 2, 2015 at 9:12 PM

    I love your layout and I love your wool choices, that is a beautiful rug.

    Debbie

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  3. acorn hollowNovember 2, 2015 at 9:21 PM

    Love it Lauren! such great color.
    Cathy

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  4. Julie - My Primitive HeartNovember 2, 2015 at 9:40 PM

    Hi Lauren,
    Love your rug!! I'm sure it is fun to hook and I love your color choices!! I laughed out loud when I read about your mouse!!! He is just so anxious to get to his cheese!!!!
    Take care and enjoy your week!!
    Warm Hugs~
    Julie

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  5. Carmen SuttonNovember 2, 2015 at 10:44 PM

    I love it! don't change the big headed mouse because he needs wheels to get him around in a hurry!

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  6. Three Sheep StudioNovember 3, 2015 at 5:44 AM

    Your rug looks great ! Nice color choices.
    Looks like a fun project.
    Rose

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  7. deniseNovember 3, 2015 at 6:31 AM

    love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  8. CammieNovember 3, 2015 at 7:29 AM

    What a fun rug! Love it!!

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  9. moosecraftNovember 3, 2015 at 7:42 AM

    Fun little rug! Love it!

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  10. Samplings from Spring CreekNovember 3, 2015 at 8:14 AM

    Beautiful wool and rug--makes me want to get motivated hooking mine

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  11. JuliaNovember 3, 2015 at 8:30 AM

    I'm not on Facebook but I would like to see all the different rugs in this challenge. Yours is coming along so nicely. You always have great taste in colors.
    I'm binding a hit and miss rug I made in last year.

    Have a great week Lauren.
    Hugs,
    JB

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  12. SaundraNovember 3, 2015 at 9:17 AM

    Like your design and color choices as always. I laughed when you said the mouse looked like he was on wheels because that is what I thought when looking at him and before seeing your comment. He'll look perfect when you finish tho.

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  13. Farm GirlNovember 3, 2015 at 12:28 PM

    So cute Lauren, I have to tell you that Ron after drawing out patterns with me, just loved your rug. He thought you were doing such a great job. I thought that was something you wouldn't normally hear. :) I love your hooking.
    Have a lovely week.

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  14. GayleNovember 3, 2015 at 6:33 PM

    So delightful! Can't wait to see what you do with the background!

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  15. Primitive StarsNovember 3, 2015 at 6:42 PM

    Wonderful rug Lauren, love the colours too.Blessings Francine.

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  16. Dog Trot FarmNovember 4, 2015 at 8:54 PM

    Oh, this is going to be a wonderful rug!!!

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