Slip stich, also known as half single crochet, although it's usually done in one movement, pulling yarn through both stitches at once. I love your rugs, Erin ... they're beautiful!
I made rag rugs in the late 70's when country was the fad. I really like handcrafted items and they never go out of "style". Thanks for the refresher course. My mother always used a gallon glass pickle jar to hold either her yarn or rag strip balls. It's deep enough to place on the floor next to yr chair. I tried bowls and find my material would sometimes 'jump' out of the bowl and roll off the table.
It's clear you have found your calling and you love the search and learning of new rug making techniques. Glad I found this channel since I have a fantastic source of fabric scraps at my local creative reuse center.
I have been knitting for about 10 years, but am a new crocheter. In fact, the rag rug I'm making is my very first crochet project. I've been watching some of your videos to learn how to make rag rugs. Learning from books, I thought I was doing it wrong, turns out I was making a slip stitch! Ha ha! I'm so glad I decided to watch this video! Thanks again.
That is funny. This rug using a slip stitch is a very difficult rug to make because the slip stitch is a very easy stitich to do however a very difficult stitch to keep flat. It does not really progress along well. Try watching my Oval Rag Rug for Beginners 101 and see what you think. Thanks for sharing. I hope the rag rug you are making is going well.
+Erin Halvorsen That is the video that finally got me going last night, and it is looking great so far! I am using scraps, and have run out of the first one, so now it's time to choose the next color and fabric! Thank you so much, I will be watching many more of your videos!
+GIBBIE GIBSON Awesome. I look forward to hearing how you progress. I taught a class today for 10 people. I love teaching and helping others. Good luck.
+Margaret Wittman Thank you. You are very kind. I have 60 rag rug video. I hope tune in again. Let me know how your rag rug project progresses if you have time. Enjoy you Sunday.
You may want to go to my website. My over 100 videos are organized better than TH-cam allows me to. The tutorials are all still free. You don't have to create an account just click on the blue link in the description and view as many times as you like. www.ragrugsbyerin.com I suggest you start with the beginning oval.
Appa-LATCH-un not Appa-lay-shun 😊 Us mountain people are funny about how we like it pronounced 🥰 You do the best tutorial videos on how to make our rugs.
Yes Erin I will let you know how it comes out. I love crochet and I am excited to start my first one. Have you tried the Amish rug? That is another rug I want to try. I love all handmade rugs. These are wonderful. I love all you woman that share your art. It's amazing all the ideas out there!
Your doing a slip stitch. I love all your rugs. I haven't made one yet, but I hope to work on it soon. I personally think the slip stitch may be good to secure this rug for the first round (which I plan to do). Then I'd like to experiment with the half double crochet. If it looks awful I'll just pull it out. Thanks Erin!
What you are doing is called a half stitch. It is a slip stitch when you connect two things or just move a few stitches. My grandmother taught me to crochet in the 1940's. The half stitch is sturdier and heavier than a single crochet and will last longer and it makes a warmer garment.
+Lesley Allerby Thanks for viewing Lesley! I only use sheets. I almost never use the whole sheet on one rug because I change colors often. I would allow 3 to 4 queen sheets for an average rug. I hope that helps you plan your rug. Have a great weekend.
Love your videos! I just took a class on making rag rugs and then found your tutorials on TH-cam. They have been very helpful. Looking closely at this video, it looks like you are putting your hook through the top loop to start your heirloom stitch. Is that correct? I have tried putting under both loops and then through the top loop. Using the top loop has definitely been easier.
I believe that is what I did. The key is being consistent with each rug. Even if you do something different than me many times it will be lovely as long as you do the same thing throughout that rug. Hope that helps.
Everyone can buy old sheets at thrift stores! I have bought complete sets never used for twin bed size. Now I am not sure if I want to rip them all up. So if anyone else is like me be careful. Look for the used sheets. There should be more of a variety. I may give the twin size sheets to my grandson. 💞 ☺️
Hi Erin : D I have fabric on the way to make my first rag rug ever - I especially like the Appalachian Heirloom design and want to try it first....with Van Gogh fabric! Thank you for all your helpful videos! In some of the close-ups of the sheet yarn, it looks like you have zig-zagged the raw edges to keep them from unraveling...this is something I was considering since the rugs in one of my how-to books has "stringy" frayed edges and yours have a much prettier look. Do you recommend zig-zagging? Lisa F.
Lisa, I do not zig-zag the raw edges on my rug. Mine have frayed edges as well. If you use good quality used sheet with a minimum 50% cotton the usually fray a minimum amount. I perfer 100 % cotton or percale sheets. I worry about your first rug being made with fabric and not sheets. Remember they are rag rugs and they will be your creation and with your hands. That will make them lovely. I would wash and dry the fabric several times before making a rug. Also the Appalachian rug is a bit challenging. Make sure you add enough extra stitch in the corners. Have fun and enjoy yourself. :-)
Thanks for the advice : D I also have some stretchier fabric, will practice with that on one of the easier patterns and get comfortable with the crocheting stitches before moving on to the Appalachian Rug.
Good Morning Erin , i really like that rug but i have a hard time trying to do it ! When it time to add some stich in the corner strangely my stich (when i have to put 3 stich in the same hole ) my stich is transforming to a chain stich ! I watch your video over and over and i cant see what i am doing wrong ........ dont have problem like that with the other stich Thank you
Suzanne, Sorry you are feeling frustrated with this rug. This was a challenging rug for me as well, but not for the same reasons. I do not advocate you putting 3 stitches in 1 hole. Only 2 and if you feel you need to do 2 in next hole as well if neccessary.
+Erin Halvorsen. The tooth brush rugs are the same thing you are making. Crafters made their own large crochet hooks by whittling the end of a toothbrush handle into a hook shape. If necessity is the mother of invention then frugality is it's father
Erin, I am really off the wall curious about the multiple half/slip/heirloom stitches in the first end and subsequent turning areas. When you do this kind of stitch with yarn, you can see that there is no part of the stitch that goes around the stitch you are going into. You end up with a chain of stitches that more or less follow the loop they are supposed to be in. How is it that you can do it with material? Or is it just stiff enough that you can't really see the non-connection? I am collecting material to start a rug and would like to clear this part up before i begin. Thanks! And thanks for the great videos!!!
Thanks for writing. I am unsure of actually what you are asking. You need to add extra stitches as you go around the corner or arches in order to allow for the arch. This rug I found more challenging because of the type of stitch and it does not give. I do not recommend this as a first rag rug. This is a dense rug due to the type of stitch. I hope that answers at least some of your question. Have a wonderful day.
+Rajul Kanji Sheet yarn made from sheets or t-shirt yarn made from t-shirts would be best. If you use new material from the store it will not wash or wear as good as recycling sheets.
What would I need to do differently if I want to make a large one? Do I just keep adding and increasing the corners? I am wanting to make one for baby nursery. I have a lot of old sheets and I don't like the cost or smell of new store bought rugs!
+staci lk Yes, do it the same just continue to enlarge it. If this is your first rag rug ever, you may want to go to my channel view my standard oval rag rug for beginners 101. It would be easier than the Heirloom rug.
+Wildflower I get my sheet from many places. Some are given to me. I buy the rest from yard sales, but most come from thrift stores. The are all used except once in a while I buy one at a thrift store that was never used. They get at least one heave duty wash if not two. I do not buy anything that is questionable. It actually is quite fun looking for them.
Thank you. I just discovered your channel last night and am loving your videos! You seem like a lovely person and your explanations are very easy to understand. I feel like this is a project I will be able to actually complete. I'm excited to get started! Have a wonderful day.
Thank you for your kind words. This rug looks a little wobbly around the edges as your moving along. It will correct itself but take your time and don't hurry. Have a good night!!
I might start with the crochet one for beginners. I wanted to do the braid-in one but I don't have a large supply of t-shirts lol...I think I'll have better luck with sheet yarn. I'm a little familiar with crocheting too so it looks simple enough. Thanks again and have a great night!
This link to my TH-cam video What Makes a Rag Rugs Last for Year will help answer your question in depth. If you go to my Playlists the Playlist called Rag Rug Information and Help Videos there about about 17 videos that help with all sorts of question or problems rag rug makers may come up against. I hope that helps. th-cam.com/video/m8CbLNHdjCw/w-d-xo.html
Hi there. I’m doing a rug and as I’m working it curls up on the edges. Will that change or should. Be adding more stitches as I go? Not sure if I should unravel a bit or keep going...advice?
You will need to take out the part of the rug that is cupping up. You have not added enough extra stitches. This rug requires more extra stitches than the basic oval because this slip stitch has no give. Here is a video I made on adding extra stitches even though it is on the basic oval rag rug it will give you the idea of how to add extra stitches. th-cam.com/video/xVNfJrU_S6I/w-d-xo.html I have over 100 videos many addressing different situations that you might encounter in rag rug making. I hope that helps.
Loll even with 2 stiches the second one in the same hole result as a chain stich ! But its ok i dont mind finally it give the same result ! I dont think i will do another one with that kind of stiches !!! This is so challenging that i think once finished i will frame it !! Ha ha ha ha ! Have a good day
I wish people knew that it's better to say "App-uh-latch-uh" or someone might throw an apple at ya! If you're from the Southern Appalachians, you know what I'm talking about ;)
+Shelia Honeycutt Thanks, Sheila. I appreciate your kind words. Perhaps you would like to share some pictures of your rag rugs with other viewers. I am going to be putting together a video presentations of other viewers work to inspire others. I would include your name (first or first and last name) and a general location where you live. You can decide whatever is best for you. Thanks.
+Shelia Honeycutt You can email me ragrugsbyerin@gmail.com Be sure to include your name (First or first and last) and your general location. Just what you are comfortable with. You can include a picture of yourself with your rugs if you like. Whatever is best for you, would be wonderful with me.
When I was little I remember my grandmother used to make these rugs and sell them. I also remember she made a kind of different, more prominent stitch around the edge to make it lie flat. Love your videos!
+Gwyn Meade Thank you. I do know that now. I noted that in my video, but all the notes I add to my videos can only be seen on the computer. Have a good weekend.
+Erin Halvorsen Toothbrush is SO easy. Some great videos on here for those. I have done two this month, takes about 5 hours total work for an oval about 2.5 by 3.5 ft.
Slip stich, also known as half single crochet, although it's usually done in one movement, pulling yarn through both stitches at once. I love your rugs, Erin ... they're beautiful!
Thank you.
I made rag rugs in the late 70's when country was the fad. I really like handcrafted items and they never go out of "style". Thanks for the refresher course.
My mother always used a gallon glass pickle jar to hold either her yarn or rag strip balls. It's deep enough to place on the floor next to yr chair. I tried bowls and find my material would sometimes 'jump' out of the bowl and roll off the table.
Great idea.
It's clear you have found your calling and you love the search and learning of new rug making techniques. Glad I found this channel since I have a fantastic source of fabric scraps at my local creative reuse center.
Wonderful. I hope you find a lot of enjoyment making, creating and sharing some of the rag rug you make. Thank you for your kind words. Take care.
I have been knitting for about 10 years, but am a new crocheter. In fact, the rag rug I'm making is my very first crochet project. I've been watching some of your videos to learn how to make rag rugs. Learning from books, I thought I was doing it wrong, turns out I was making a slip stitch! Ha ha! I'm so glad I decided to watch this video! Thanks again.
That is funny. This rug using a slip stitch is a very difficult rug to make because the slip stitch is a very easy stitich to do however a very difficult stitch to keep flat. It does not really progress along well. Try watching my Oval Rag Rug for Beginners 101 and see what you think. Thanks for sharing. I hope the rag rug you are making is going well.
+Erin Halvorsen That is the video that finally got me going last night, and it is looking great so far! I am using scraps, and have run out of the first one, so now it's time to choose the next color and fabric! Thank you so much, I will be watching many more of your videos!
Great.!! Have fun! :-)
it's so easy to watch your videos
I'm 100% visual and you make it so simple to understand
+GIBBIE GIBSON Awesome. I look forward to hearing how you progress. I taught a class today for 10 people. I love teaching and helping others. Good luck.
I'm excited to start making rugs! Thank you for your very pleasant manor any teaching style. Looking forward to seeing more!
+Margaret Wittman Thank you. You are very kind. I have 60 rag rug video. I hope tune in again. Let me know how your rag rug project progresses if you have time. Enjoy you Sunday.
This was very helpful ! I keep coming back for more. Thank you.
+Laura Hawes awesome. I certainly enjoy 😊 hearing that. Have a great week.
You’re doing a slip stitch in crochet. Just found your videos. Thanks for sharing your knowledge! ❤️
Thank you 😊.
You are so good at explanation of how to. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind words. ☀️🙂
Thank you beautiful lady for your videos I’m getting inspired I haven’t started yet but I am going to soon soon as I figure out where I want to begin
You may want to go to my website. My over 100 videos are organized better than TH-cam allows me to. The tutorials are all still free. You don't have to create an account just click on the blue link in the description and view as many times as you like. www.ragrugsbyerin.com I suggest you start with the beginning oval.
Your rugs are so beautiful. This rug is so much more work. You are dedicated!!
+Bethany Partington You are correct. This was a tough rug. Thank you for the kind words.
Appa-LATCH-un
not Appa-lay-shun 😊
Us mountain people are funny about how we like it pronounced 🥰
You do the best tutorial videos on how to make our rugs.
Ok. Good to know 😉🌞🙋 and thank you for the kind words.
Excellent teacher, you make it easy to understand.
+Monica Sanson Johns Thank you. Hope you have a chance to enjoy making one.
Yes Erin I will let you know how it comes out. I love crochet and I am excited to start my first one. Have you tried the Amish rug? That is another rug I want to try. I love all handmade rugs. These are wonderful. I love all you woman that share your art. It's amazing all the ideas out there!
Yes, there are many talented and creative people out there. I enjoy learning and teaching.
By the way, I absolutely love the colors.
💙😊
Your doing a slip stitch. I love all your rugs. I haven't made one yet, but I hope to work on it soon. I personally think the slip stitch may be good to secure this rug for the first round (which I plan to do). Then I'd like to experiment with the half double crochet. If it looks awful I'll just pull it out. Thanks Erin!
+Claire bacchi Please let me know how it works out. Thank you for viewing and have a great rest of your week.
Erin, I have learned a lot from you. Thank you.
My pleasure, Helen. Have a good evening.
What you are doing is called a half stitch. It is a slip stitch when you connect two things or just move a few stitches. My grandmother taught me to crochet in the 1940's. The half stitch is sturdier and heavier than a single crochet and will last longer and it makes a warmer garment.
Yes. Thank you. I do know that now. I appreciate you taking the time to tell me!
That was an excellent explanation. Thank you. I use that stitch I picked it up from a lady that didn’t speak English. I happy for the explanation
i like viedo but i do like to make and use you ideas and i allways watch you viedo as i get time l will sure make it thanks i love you viedos
+Rajul Kanji Thank you and thank you for watching my videos!!
Nice colors and structure :)
+cosyla Thank you.
That’s a slip stitch, thank you for the tutorial 😊
Yes. Thank you.
gracias por compartir , no entiendo pero lo veo como se hace gracias un saludo
Thank you for watching even if you do not understand what I am saying!
Thanks so much for sharing how to make this rug.
My pleasure!! Truly!
Beautiful rug- I am going to try this. Thanks for the instructions, Erin. Just subscribed:)
Enjoyed your video. The stitch your using is called the Slip Stitch.
It's commonly used when joining the end of a row to the beginning of the row.
Thank you, Debra.
The stitch you are doing is called a slip stitch.which is done when you are trying to get somewhere else on the piece being worked on
+Carlette Moser Thank you.
How do you estimate how much fabric you will need for these rugs? Really enjoying your videos.
+Lesley Allerby Thanks for viewing Lesley! I only use sheets. I almost never use the whole sheet on one rug because I change colors often. I would allow 3 to 4 queen sheets for an average rug. I hope that helps you plan your rug. Have a great weekend.
Love your videos! I just took a class on making rag rugs and then found your tutorials on TH-cam. They have been very helpful. Looking closely at this video, it looks like you are putting your hook through the top loop to start your heirloom stitch. Is that correct? I have tried putting under both loops and then through the top loop. Using the top loop has definitely been easier.
I believe that is what I did. The key is being consistent with each rug. Even if you do something different than me many times it will be lovely as long as you do the same thing throughout that rug. Hope that helps.
Erin Halvorsen
Thank you for replying so quickly. That is very helpful and I look forward to trying your other rag rugs.
I wanted to make one more comment is I received one of these crocheted rugs and they feel so fantastic on bare feet! LOL
Agreed. Love them. The 2 ply feel especially luxurious.
Everyone can buy old sheets at thrift stores! I have bought complete sets never used for twin bed size. Now I am not sure if I want to rip them all up. So if anyone else is like me be careful. Look for the used sheets. There should be more of a variety. I may give the twin size sheets to my grandson. 💞 ☺️
thank u vry much new ideas.
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thanks but do i have to buy differnt sheets and its to experience to do that as i do have old onces
+Rajul Kanji You could use old clothes, if sheets are too expensive.
Hi Erin : D
I have fabric on the way to make my first rag rug ever - I especially like the Appalachian Heirloom design and want to try it first....with Van Gogh fabric! Thank you for all your helpful videos! In some of the close-ups of the sheet yarn, it looks like you have zig-zagged the raw edges to keep them from unraveling...this is something I was considering since the rugs in one of my how-to books has "stringy" frayed edges and yours have a much prettier look. Do you recommend zig-zagging?
Lisa F.
Lisa, I do not zig-zag the raw edges on my rug. Mine have frayed edges as well. If you use good quality used sheet with a minimum 50% cotton the usually fray a minimum amount. I perfer 100 % cotton or percale sheets. I worry about your first rug being made with fabric and not sheets. Remember they are rag rugs and they will be your creation and with your hands. That will make them lovely. I would wash and dry the fabric several times before making a rug. Also the Appalachian rug is a bit challenging. Make sure you add enough extra stitch in the corners. Have fun and enjoy yourself. :-)
Thanks for the advice : D I also have some stretchier fabric, will practice with that on one of the easier patterns and get comfortable with the crocheting stitches before moving on to the Appalachian Rug.
+boogasmomlf Great! 😉🌞
Good Morning Erin , i really like that rug but i have a hard time trying to do it ! When it time to add some stich in the corner strangely my stich (when i have to put 3 stich in the same hole ) my stich is transforming to a chain stich ! I watch your video over and over and i cant see what i am doing wrong ........ dont have problem like that with the other stich
Thank you
Suzanne, Sorry you are feeling frustrated with this rug. This was a challenging rug for me as well, but not for the same reasons. I do not advocate you putting 3 stitches in 1 hole. Only 2 and if you feel you need to do 2 in next hole as well if neccessary.
Do you make any round toothbrush rugs? I am trying to find out what happens to the tail? Do you keep adding to the tail?
I have not ever made a toothbrush rug. I do not know what you mean the tail?
+Erin Halvorsen. The tooth brush rugs are the same thing you are making. Crafters made their own large crochet hooks by whittling the end of a toothbrush handle into a hook shape. If necessity is the mother of invention then frugality is it's father
This is a Slip Stitch in Crochet. Enjoy your video.
🙂
Incredible!
that is Tunisian cast off stich, when your finishing your work, then she 4 stitch last hole, how wonderful
+B Cope Thank you 😊 I have never hear it called that. It is also called a slip stitch.
Erin, I am really off the wall curious about the multiple half/slip/heirloom stitches in the first end and subsequent turning areas. When you do this kind of stitch with yarn, you can see that there is no part of the stitch that goes around the stitch you are going into. You end up with a chain of stitches that more or less follow the loop they are supposed to be in. How is it that you can do it with material? Or is it just stiff enough that you can't really see the non-connection? I am collecting material to start a rug and would like to clear this part up before i begin. Thanks! And thanks for the great videos!!!
Thanks for writing. I am unsure of actually what you are asking. You need to add extra stitches as you go around the corner or arches in order to allow for the arch. This rug I found more challenging because of the type of stitch and it does not give. I do not recommend this as a first rag rug. This is a dense rug due to the type of stitch. I hope that answers at least some of your question. Have a wonderful day.
can we make the rag rugs with regular material that is also a question
+Rajul Kanji Sheet yarn made from sheets or t-shirt yarn made from t-shirts would be best. If you use new material from the store it will not wash or wear as good as recycling sheets.
What would I need to do differently if I want to make a large one? Do I just keep adding and increasing the corners? I am wanting to make one for baby nursery. I have a lot of old sheets and I don't like the cost or smell of new store bought rugs!
+staci lk Yes, do it the same just continue to enlarge it. If this is your first rag rug ever, you may want to go to my channel view my standard oval rag rug for beginners 101. It would be easier than the Heirloom rug.
Where do you get enough sheets for your rugs? Do you buy them or recycle old ones?
+Wildflower I get my sheet from many places. Some are given to me. I buy the rest from yard sales, but most come from thrift stores. The are all used except once in a while I buy one at a thrift store that was never used. They get at least one heave duty wash if not two. I do not buy anything that is questionable. It actually is quite fun looking for them.
Thank you. I just discovered your channel last night and am loving your videos! You seem like a lovely person and your explanations are very easy to understand. I feel like this is a project I will be able to actually complete. I'm excited to get started! Have a wonderful day.
Thank you for your kind words. This rug looks a little wobbly around the edges as your moving along. It will correct itself but take your time and don't hurry. Have a good night!!
I might start with the crochet one for beginners. I wanted to do the braid-in one but I don't have a large supply of t-shirts lol...I think I'll have better luck with sheet yarn. I'm a little familiar with crocheting too so it looks simple enough. Thanks again and have a great night!
I learned that this stitch is called a half single crochet. (Along the same lines as a half double crochet.) :)
Thank you. Many people call it a slip stitch. Thank you for sharing.
does the rag last for long? and does it wash well? thanks!
This link to my TH-cam video What Makes a Rag Rugs Last for Year will help answer your question in depth. If you go to my Playlists the Playlist called Rag Rug Information and Help Videos there about about 17 videos that help with all sorts of question or problems rag rug makers may come up against. I hope that helps. th-cam.com/video/m8CbLNHdjCw/w-d-xo.html
Hi Erin I think the stitch you are using for the heirloom rug is just a slip stitch
+Jacqueline Everitt Yes, thank you.
Jacqueline Slip stitch in back loop only. Right?
FilthyRagsSoaps Yes, that is correct.
After you complete your third corner do you continue to add extra stitches
Yes on corners / arches you will always have to add extra stitches but the bigger the curve the more single stitches in between the extra stitches.
Hi there. I’m doing a rug and as I’m working it curls up on the edges. Will that change or should. Be adding more stitches as I go? Not sure if I should unravel a bit or keep going...advice?
You will need to take out the part of the rug that is cupping up. You have not added enough extra stitches. This rug requires more extra stitches than the basic oval because this slip stitch has no give. Here is a video I made on adding extra stitches even though it is on the basic oval rag rug it will give you the idea of how to add extra stitches. th-cam.com/video/xVNfJrU_S6I/w-d-xo.html I have over 100 videos many addressing different situations that you might encounter in rag rug making. I hope that helps.
slip stitch?
Yes. 😉
Loll even with 2 stiches the second one in the same hole result as a chain stich ! But its ok i dont mind finally it give the same result ! I dont think i will do another one with that kind of stiches !!! This is so challenging that i think once finished i will frame it !! Ha ha ha ha ! Have a good day
LOL. Have you made the Caribbean Breeze or my personal favorite Bumpy Country Road Rag Rug?
Erin Halvorsen Not yet ! My next project !
Or what we call a pass stitch over in knitting
It's a slip stitch.
Hi I think it's a slip stich?
+Dolores Mccormack In deed it is, Thank you, Delores.
It's called a slipped stitch
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Erin, I want to make a round rug like this. Do you know how to start one?
Sally, I think I would just start it with like 5 chain stitches and connect it with a slip stitch.
I'll try that. Thanks.
That's where I am from
I wish people knew that it's better to say "App-uh-latch-uh" or someone might throw an apple at ya! If you're from the Southern Appalachians, you know what I'm talking about ;)
OH YA I know what your talking about
🧡💙
The stitch is called a slip stitch...
+Shelia Honeycutt Great. Can I give you credit for letting me know what the stitch is called? I will add a written blurp on my video.
+Erin Halvorsen Sure! I dont mind. Love your work! I also love doing the rag rugs. I like to weave them also.... so pretty and durable too!
+Shelia Honeycutt Thanks, Sheila. I appreciate your kind words. Perhaps you would like to share some pictures of your rag rugs with other viewers. I am going to be putting together a video presentations of other viewers work to inspire others. I would include your name (first or first and last name) and a general location where you live. You can decide whatever is best for you. Thanks.
+Erin Halvorsen You are so very welcome! Im not sure how to add photos on here?
+Shelia Honeycutt You can email me ragrugsbyerin@gmail.com Be sure to include your name (First or first and last) and your general location. Just what you are comfortable with. You can include a picture of yourself with your rugs if you like. Whatever is best for you, would be wonderful with me.
That is a slip stitch in crochet
Yes. Thank you.
Erin, maybe if you make the very last row with a single crochet stitch it would lay flat and be a reversible rug.
+Sally Behrens That is a great idea. Or maybe the last 2 rows. Thank you so much. I will try that.
Sally Behrens
When I was little I remember my grandmother used to make these rugs and sell them. I also remember she made a kind of different, more prominent stitch around the edge to make it lie flat.
Love your videos!
That unknown stitch is known as a simple slip-stitch.
+Gwyn Meade Thank you. I do know that now. I noted that in my video, but all the notes I add to my videos can only be seen on the computer. Have a good weekend.
Looks like a knitted bindoff
Thank you. It's a slip stitch.
It's a slip stitch
Yes. Thank you.
That is called a slip stitch
+Cat Jones yes thank you
P.S. Slip stitches do not stretch!
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Slip stitch for sure !
Thank you! !!
Your videos are well done. I will try the braided rug one of these days. I teach the Toothbrush rug at my LQS. Love making those.
+Caryn Bloomfield Thank you. LQS? I plan on trying my hand toothbrush rug eventually. Thanks for viewing.
+Erin Halvorsen Toothbrush is SO easy. Some great videos on here for those. I have done two this month, takes about 5 hours total work for an oval about 2.5 by 3.5 ft.
That's a slip stitch
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