Proddy Rug Hooking

Rugs are created from scraps of wool or other fabrics by simply poking or prodding through a loosely woven linen or other backing.

Proddy rug hooking.

Proddy is an old fashioned british variation of rug hooking using shaped pieces of wool fabric lifted up with a hook wool prod or prodding clasp. Step by step instructions and templates to create realistic shaped proddy flower petals plus includes a special table runner project full size pattern insert and instructional dvd. 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. Here is a photo tutorial to help along with the written instructions.

Making a flower proddy pin is an easy introduction to rug hooking. A blog devoted to the art craft of rug hooking wool dyeing fine sewing and the random thoughts of a fiber artist. Secure your pattern into your embroidery hoop tugging and tightening the bolt simultaneously so your monks cloth fabric is drum tight. See more ideas about rug hooking proddy rugs hooked rugs primitive.

This technique is perfect for creating beautiful three dimensional blossoms. Iloverughooking carries all supplies needed for creating beautiful prodded rugs. Aug 29 2014 explore kim raney s board proddy hooking followed by 139 people on pinterest. For other designs you may prefer cutting the peices 3 long x 1 2 wide.

Learn about the different proddy tools and various proddy techniques while watching shepherd create a bouquet of colorful posies. 01 november 2009 proddy workshop with gene shepherd. Proddy is a wonderfully simple old rug making technique.