Making a Rag Rug Laundry Basket

When you think of rag rugging, most of the time you think of rugs, rugs, and more rugs. Well, for a while now, I’ve been more interested in what else can be embellished using rag rug techniques… I started off with cushions and wreaths, and over time I’ve got more and more ambitious. I have …

My modern, simple rag rug

We all have that one craft project lying around that just seems to take aggeeess! Well, this rug has been my UFO (unfinished object) for a while now and I can’t tell you how chuffed I am that it’s finally done. And, what’s more for a simple rag rug, it turned out really well. Ta …

My Pacific Island Rag Rug

Last Christmas I was lucky enough to spend two whole weeks in the closest place to paradise I’ve ever been – Aitutaki in the Pacific Islands (you can see a few photos I took here). When I returned home I vowed that I would create a pacific island rag rug or two based on the beautiful landscapes I …

Ragged Life in Mollie Makes!

We’re so excited that our denim rag rug was featured in Issue 71 of Mollie Makes last week. Our classic denim rag rug is one of the designs included in the rugs section of our new book “Rag Rugs, Pillows & More” and makes a lovely addition to any home. If you decide to give this project a go then we …

Rag Rug of the Month: Bright & Breezy

With the hint of spring in the air, our March Rag Rug of the Month is “Bright & Breezy”. Handmade using the modern, loopy style of rag rugging, our beautiful and bright rag rug uses a teal and white, checked pattern to dispel the cold feeling of winter. It really pops on a dark wood floor but would look …

How To Make Framed Rag Rug Art

One of the things that sometimes puts people off trying rag rugging for the first time is the thought of having to commit to finishing an entire rug. Well we’re here to tell you that rag rugging doesn’t have to be a labour of love and even the smallest of pieces can look very effective. Now …

Rag Rug of the Month: Grecian Seashell

Our “Grecian Seashell” rug was inspired by the traditional pottery and aquamarine colours of Greece. I’ll never forget touring the Greek islands during that summer holiday of first year of uni with my dad’s battered old rucksack and enough suncream to sink a battleship. Either way I will never forget the vibrant colours of the buildings and …