Here are some of Sally's rugs she had on display. They are so much better in person 😉
The first three pictures are of a technique called fragments which is a way of hooking that makes the rugs look a hundred years old. Sally teaches this . . . she purchased the rights from Carole Weatherman who developed the style. You can only buy a kit if you have taken the class. **It is top secret** and the technique is not to be shared. One day I hope to take a class.
This is Lulu Reindeer. Every loop has been clipped. If Sally told us why it is called that, I sadly don't remember.
I am working on Love Birds, but mine is the smaller version. I hope to have a picture to share soon.
Sorry the pictures are so washed out. The colors are wonderful in person.
Thanks so much for stopping by.
Pug hugs 😊
Lauren
I guess I don't have a good eye I do not see what is so special about the hooking to make it look old I guess I would have to see it in person. Sounds like you had a good time.
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I can definitely relate to your last photo..as I sit snacking on pretzels.
ReplyDeleteHi Lauren, I tried to enlarge the picture to have a closer look to see what was so special about these three rugs but it stayed small. Some beautiful rugs...
ReplyDeleteYour last picture made me laugh. I feel old tonight but I don't feel graceful and I'm feeling pretty tired and sweaty. I've been dealing with lots of potato beetles today. But I'm glad that I hilled my potatoes for the last time.
Thanks for sharing the lovely rugs.
Hugs, Julia
What gorgeous rugs. I’ve never heard of the style. Is this Sally Kalin? I’d love to take a class.
ReplyDeleteFragment ??? Top Secret ??? They are beautiful , but I don't get it ???Maybe if I have another hand full of chips , I will ???LOL
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful collection of rugs. Fragments sounds so intriguing...
ReplyDeleteAWESOME rugs... I love Lulu...and have always toyed with the idea of doing the pumpkin stack. Hmmmm.....I wonder if "fragmenting" is anything like what Cathy teaches...which I am sure she showed you when you were working on Old Jake (or whatever his name is LOL). Sorta looks similar to me. But calling something "top secret," of course, always intrigues me. Ha ha...so borrowing that last meme. I'm definitely some chunky milk....wonder if I will turn to butter or just get moldy? ~et~
ReplyDeleteIntriguing about the fragments, but they do look old. Must have taken quite a bit of time to hook Lulu and then cut it all up, but it looks interesting. Have never seen a rug like that. I am also chunky milk and spoiling every day. LOL Janice
ReplyDeleteI can't tell the difference either but I'm sure a photo can't capture a "look". I do like the fringey clipped style, especially around the edge.
ReplyDeleteLovely rugs, and I wish I could take a class and learn that "secret." Such fun to see. I am so glad you are at home. Do you have any more hooking classes? Before the Big one? Is it October?
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful 4th!
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