Proddy Rug Hooking

Three dimensional rug hooking is gaining momentum in the fiber arts field as a way of accessorizing traditional work.

Proddy rug hooking. See more ideas about rug hooking proddy rugs hooked rugs primitive. 01 november 2009 proddy workshop with gene shepherd. A blog devoted to the art craft of rug hooking wool dyeing fine sewing and the random thoughts of a fiber artist. Proddy is a wonderfully simple old rug making technique.

Making a flower proddy pin is an easy introduction to rug hooking. In this in depth video gene shepherd presents instructions on how to create beautiful proddy mats. Rugs are created from scraps of wool or other fabrics by simply poking or prodding through a loosely woven linen or other backing. Iloverughooking carries all supplies needed for creating beautiful prodded rugs.

How to use a spring hook if making a proddy picture mat thick wool fabric is perfect it gives your rug body and cutting your peices 2 long x 1 2 wide allows the peices to stand up firm keeping the picture in shape. Secure your pattern into your embroidery hoop tugging and tightening the bolt simultaneously so your monks cloth fabric is drum tight. Here is a photo tutorial to help along with the written instructions. If the material is thin as in cottons cut them 3 long x 1 wide.

This technique is perfect for creating beautiful three dimensional blossoms. Learn about the different proddy tools and various proddy techniques while watching shepherd create a bouquet of colorful posies. For other designs you may prefer cutting the peices 3 long x 1 2 wide.