I remember when rag rugs were really popular in the 70's and 80's. I would spend hours ripping fabric, sewing it in strips and them crocheting them into an oval or heart shaped rug. Even though it took many hours of prep work, I just love how a handmade rug adds warmth to your home and seeing it gives you a sense of pride knowing you made it yourself! We are lucky today as many yarn companies have bulky yarns that are great for making rugs and baskets too (so we don't have to spend endless hours ripping fabric!) Crochet rugs can be made from all different types of yarns, such as wool, cotton, recycled yarn or yarn blends. Just make sure the yarn you use is durable and washable.
Here we go a skein, fresh off the hook:
This hexagon shaped rug was worked in the round using the basic single crochet stitch. Working the stitches in the round creates a continuous spiral pattern that looks like a pinwheel.
Next week, I will share with you my new long term project for 2025!
I hope you enjoy this pattern.
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