I had to check out several video's before I found this one. I was looking for a real old-timey, American, no tool braided rug tutorial. I am now excited to start one of my own. Thanks a bunch!
Excellent ! I looked at a few other "how-to" videos, but they went on and on. Your video was very informational, showed all the specific steps clearly without dragging on for 5 different videos. I have been crocheting rag rugs, which is great, but they do tend to be a bit bumpy because of the crochet knots. I think the braided rug will be much smoother!
Thank you for making this tutorial! I was looking for a way to make a rug without needing a loom or making a long braid and having to sew it together. This is exactly what I was looking for! Thank you so much!
I love this method. It is sort of a macrame combined with braid.. I like that it is finished when you reach the end. Tho I think I would weave ends back into the body of the rug a bit before sewing and snipping. I think they would be less likely to come undone. My biggest nemesis in rug making has been keeping ends and joined strips secure when washing a rug.
Gracias por enseñarnos tu arte, yo me puse a seguirte y paso a paso logré hacer mi alfombra de trapillo. Que bello producto, mis gatos te lo agradecen. Saludos desde Honduras
This is a great way to continue doing something I love that I had to give up when I got to where it was too painful to crochet rag rugs with material and a large wooden hook. Thankfully my hands will still work to be able to do this. Thank you so much.
Love this method, I have several old time heavy irons I purchased at an antique market. They work great for making carpets and holding down my acrylic when cutting with a rotary cutter. 🇨🇦
I don’t have a lot of patience. But your tutorial gave me patience. Wish I would have seen this before I started the standard 3 braid. Just love how you did yours. Might just have to find more material. And people wonder why homemade things cost so much. Great and beautiful job. Thank you.
Honestly, I use mostly unwanted clothing I collect from friends & family. And when I go on a rug making binge my husband's and my wardrobe gets a thorough going thru to cut anything shabby into Rug strips!
Really love the great up close view that you are using!! I'm a visual and hands on learner and this very close up view is wonderful!! I could mute the sound and just watch. Please do not think this is insult to your verbal instructions!! Not at all...just how I learn . Im just very happy to find your wonderful video instructions! Thank you for being so precise !!😄😄👍
I have never seen this done like this. I have tried several times to crochet an oval rug, but I can never get it to lay flat. Thank You, Thanks You for sharing this. Now I can use up some of my t-shirt yarn I made up years ago. 😊❤
Thank you for sharing how to join a braid. I needed the visuals. I may try this sooner than later. 5 strands wow, I had to reach 70 something before understanding kicked in. I've done other types of stitches but came shy of actually getting anything done with a braid, other than sewing it to itself. That soon became tiresome. Your teaching is something that I am able follow. Thank you again for bring back the braided rug.💖🥰💖💖💖💖
I’m 62 and I started a braided rug a few months ago, thinking that braid would rap around a make a nice rug. That wasn’t happening. LoL I just found this video and it all makes sense now. I don’t mind starting my rug over now tgat I know what yo do. Good luck on your rug.
Прошло три года.Вы научились плести такие коврики? .У нас в России его называют чичковским плетением.У некоторых мастериц это просто произведение искусства. Я только перед НГ открыла этот вид плетения для себя и вот уже несколько месяцев плету и плету.
Hi Miss Beverly, my compliments on explaining the process. I make rugs out of polyester neck ties. I braid a really long snake and then sew it together. I use upholstery thread for this. Yes it is time consuming but when it's 100 degrees out you gotta have something to do. To clean it I take it outside, spray some cleaner on and hose it down for a rinse. Thanks for your tutorial. I'll try it next time
I made one of these rugs buy using another video, it was 4 parts series. Almost had a breakdown. You area a great teacher and you did this so easy I want to do another one like you showed. I want to thank you a 100% for this video. Bless you, a new subscriber!!!!!
Love this so much! It seems easy and I'm definitely going to give it a try. Braided rugs can be so expensive but I've always wanted one. Now I know how 😊. Thank you!
I'm an "Anne of Green Gables" fan(atic). Marilla Cuthbert was known in Avonlea for her braided rugs. I loved watching this. I want to try and make this just like Marilla!
TFS 🤗 I just downsized shirts and tops from my drawer & closet and found most of them are T-shirts - so I searched TH-cam to find a tshirt rag rug and they suggested your video & I am so glad - you’ve done a very awesome job I can see everything that you did and follow along very easily......again thank you for sharing
So many thank yous for taking the time to share your talent! I've been wanting to learn this skill for years! I'm so glad I found your channel and this video; you explained it so amazingly 🤍🩷❤️
Is this made with stretchy T-shirt yarn? I would rather use strips of woven fabric but 8 have heard it is more difficult to keep the rug flat. Your rug is really gorgeous!
Loving this method. No lacing it seems. I have tried doing typical braids 3 strips, then lacing them around in an oval or circle. But they fell apart in the wash every time.
Beverly is this all t-shirt material? And if so did you cut it in a specific width and did you cut top to bottom or side to side? Your directions are easy and precise, easy to follow. Thanks for sharing.
Wow! I have never seen a braided rug, I feel this could be better for me personally, instead of a loom, I have NOTHING against a loom, they are just as beautiful, but I like this braided rug ❤❤❤
Thank you for naking it look so easy. What other fabrics are good as well other than thirst. Jersey pants?. How do you cut all your fabrics. I'm gonna try jean.
Any fabric works but knit fabric is easy to work with because of the stretch. I cut into 2 - 4 inch strips. Thinner strips gives a thinner rug, thicker strips gives a cushy thick rug- my fav
This was very well explained, thank you. So I take it we can’t use torn sheets? I make little mats for lining animal carriers, for a number of dog, cat and wildlife rescues. I wondered if I could do this using sheets or if it must be stretchy fabric. Thanking you from Australia.
This turned out lovely! You give great, clear instructions. Can you please tell me the approx width of each strand is? (where you began at about 25 sec in) Thank you!
It depends on the thickness of the fabric but in general I cut 3-4 inch wide strips. That will give you a thick cushiony rug. Thinner strips equals a thinner rug
Hi, thank you for such an easy video to follow. I’d like to know approximately the width of your strips plus about how much material it used for this size. I don’t have a ballpark idea is all. Thanks in advance!
@kathyq2654 Thank you! Watch my video "Answering your Questions". That is where i explain width of strips. It depends on thickness of fabric & also desired thickness of your rug. As far as amount, it can vary but this size took maybe 8- 10 large size t-shirts.
Thank you so much for this! I'm currently doing a rug in another style, but I'm going to do this one next. I have a question. Do you continue to increase the stitches on the ends for each round? Thanks in advance!
Great to know someone else continues this dying art! I continue adding extra stitches until it's big enough not to "get ahead of itself" so to speak. If it starts to curl or not lay flat I adjust accordingly.
Thanks so much for the reply! I've been wanting to make a rug like this for so long, but I only found the braid in method recently! I'm doing one with 4 stands now, but I just fell in love with the look of this one! It's next on my list! Thank you, again, for the reply! ♥️
Yes. I want to do another video on that. There are several ways to do that. You could make it like the oval but mark your corners & instead of double looping on the ends double loop only where you want the corners
I have done repairs to several braided rugs that my grandmother had made 50 or more years ago. Hers are made of wool or something similar and her method was to fold the fabric strips (three strips) during the braiding, and “sew” the braids together with twine. I now have about twenty years worth of old blue jeans that I am thinking of making into a rug. Any advice on that method
I would like to make a large square rug about 10x13. Can you show how to make it square? Also with the larger rugs how do you clean them? Your rug is beautiful!!
Thank you , I am starting mine today! Very concise tutorial and now I know what to do with my knit scraps.❤ (I don’t mean to be rude but the music was annoying , the whistling part. For me this was distracting)
Thanks for this. i have a large stack of my kids t-shirts that I've been looking for a good way to utilize them into a rug. This looks like it would work well for those. Any way to estimate how many yards of fabric you used for that 2 x 4 rug?
2 to 3 inches depending on the thickness of the fabric. When I use t-shirts I cut 2" and when I use something like bedsheets I'll even go 4 inches. Thinner straps make a thinner rug & vice versa
This is the best explained video I have seen!! Maybe I will make on now. Do you have a formula to make them bigger? You said for the 2 x 4 it takes a 28" long center...I wonder what it would be for a 9x 11. ? If you know I would really appreciate your help on that measurement. You look like you've made a few, had a lot of practice!!! Thank you for the tutorial
Thanks, I believe you answered ....start with the 28" and just keep on going til I get to where I want it...? lol...i just need more confidence! That was so good, now, I just need to know what kind of fabric I can use. Thanks in advance!
Hi Tammie, I like t-shirt fabric best! You can also use flannel, fleece etc. As far as size yes you can keep going around which will get as much wider as longer or make a longer center to begin with & you'll get a longer more narrow rug. Does that make sense?
I really want to make a round one now :3 But I’m not sure I’ll know how 😅 I will have to start passing my strands through the ones before immediately… 🤔 Maybe I should start with this shape first, to teach myself 😆 Thank you for the great video !
Jersey knits are my favorite. I use only my hands for braiding. The stretching makes it is easier to braid. My philosophy is to repurpose. So I use discarded clothes from the goodwill or wherever I can get it. Thus keeps excess from going to landfills & turns it into a cozy, cushy rug!
Not really a comment but questions 1. My Grandmother used what she called braiders small metal cone shapes that she fed her material through and it folded the strips so the raw edges were inside the fold, there were different sizes depending on the fabric that she was braiding would this be okay to use? 2. She also sewed something to the back so they didn't slide when walked on.
I've never heard of the metal cones but sounds like a great idea! I'd give it a try! Mine have never slid around for me...I guess I make them too thick & heavy for that!
Yes it is! My goal is to repurpose discarded clothes to keep it from going to waste. And it is definitely the nicest fabric to work with because it has a bit of give.
Hi Beverly! Thank you for sharing. I don't want to ask a question which you have already answered, but I have scanned the comments to find what width of tee-shirt strips you are using and cannot find the answer. Could you please enlighten me? Thanks a million! Lisa
I had to check out several video's before I found this one. I was looking for a real old-timey, American, no tool braided rug tutorial. I am now excited to start one of my own. Thanks a bunch!
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Excellent ! I looked at a few other "how-to" videos, but they went on and on. Your video was very informational, showed all the specific steps clearly without dragging on for 5 different videos.
I have been crocheting rag rugs, which is great, but they do tend to be a bit bumpy because of the crochet knots. I think the braided rug will be much smoother!
Thank you for making this tutorial! I was looking for a way to make a rug without needing a loom or making a long braid and having to sew it together. This is exactly what I was looking for! Thank you so much!
You are welcome!
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...even audiobooks 😊
@dowehavetoputournames2420 thank you, enjoy the process!
I love this method. It is sort of a macrame combined with braid.. I like that it is finished when you reach the end. Tho I think I would weave ends back into the body of the rug a bit before sewing and snipping. I think they would be less likely to come undone. My biggest nemesis in rug making has been keeping ends and joined strips secure when washing a rug.
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Gracias por enseñarnos tu arte, yo me puse a seguirte y paso a paso logré hacer mi alfombra de trapillo.
Que bello producto, mis gatos te lo agradecen.
Saludos desde Honduras
Muchas gracias! Me da gusto poder inspirarte.
This is a great way to continue doing something I love that I had to give up when I got to where it was too painful to crochet rag rugs with material and a large wooden hook. Thankfully my hands will still work to be able to do this. Thank you so much.
Stunning and beautiful rug. You explained everything so simple step-by-step. Thanks for sharing. ❤
Thank you! Clear and easy instructions! Can't wait to start on my rug for our new travel trailer.
Thank you! And that sounds like fun!
I'm looking at tutorials for the same reason! I hope yours turned out well. Winter is setting in and I'm looking to make my trailer cute too.
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Love this method, I have several old time heavy irons I purchased at an antique market. They work great for making carpets and holding down my acrylic when cutting with a rotary cutter. 🇨🇦
I don’t have a lot of patience. But your tutorial gave me patience. Wish I would have seen this before I started the standard 3 braid. Just love how you did yours. Might just have to find more material. And people wonder why homemade things cost so much. Great and beautiful job. Thank you.
Honestly, I use mostly unwanted clothing I collect from friends & family. And when I go on a rug making binge my husband's and my wardrobe gets a thorough going thru to cut anything shabby into Rug strips!
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Thank you for the video! I have always wanted to make rugs. Now that I've watched your video. It's time to try. Thank you, Dee
Really love the great up close view that you are using!! I'm a visual and hands on learner and this very close up view is wonderful!! I could mute the sound and just watch. Please do not think this is insult to your verbal instructions!! Not at all...just how I learn . Im just very happy to find your wonderful video instructions! Thank you for being so precise !!😄😄👍
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Gracias por enseñarnos a tejer esta hermosa alfombra 😍
I have never seen this done like this. I have tried several times to crochet an oval rug, but I can never get it to lay flat. Thank You, Thanks You for sharing this. Now I can use up some of my t-shirt yarn I made up years ago. 😊❤
I wanted to know how to make a braided rug without a machine. This is it. ❤❤❤ Big thank you for posting!!
@@windwatcher11 you're welcome. Enjoy!
@beverlymartin7688 Will do!
Thank you for sharing how to join a braid. I needed the visuals. I may try this sooner than later. 5 strands wow, I had to reach 70 something before understanding kicked in. I've done other types of stitches but came shy of actually getting anything done with a braid, other than sewing it to itself. That soon became tiresome. Your teaching is something that I am able follow. Thank you again for bring back the braided rug.💖🥰💖💖💖💖
You are welcome! I'm so happy you appreciate it! It's a dying art
I’m 62 and I started a braided rug a few months ago, thinking that braid would rap around a make a nice rug. That wasn’t happening. LoL I just found this video and it all makes sense now. I don’t mind starting my rug over now tgat I know what yo do. Good luck on your rug.
Спасибо за мастеркласс,даже не зная языка все понятно,будем учиться плести такие коврики.
Прошло три года.Вы научились плести такие коврики? .У нас в России его называют чичковским плетением.У некоторых мастериц это просто произведение искусства. Я только перед НГ открыла этот вид плетения для себя и вот уже несколько месяцев плету и плету.
Hi Miss Beverly, my compliments on explaining the process. I make rugs out of polyester neck ties. I braid a really long snake and then sew it together. I use upholstery thread for this. Yes it is time consuming but when it's 100 degrees out you gotta have something to do. To clean it I take it outside, spray some cleaner on and hose it down for a rinse. Thanks for your tutorial. I'll try it next time
I love "meeting" fellow rug braided! It is so relaxing & a worthwhile hobby making good use of discarded items!!
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I made one of these rugs buy using another video, it was 4 parts series. Almost had a breakdown. You area a great teacher and you did this so easy I want to do another one like you showed. I want to thank you a 100% for this video. Bless you, a new subscriber!!!!!
Thank you, this makes me happy to know it's easy to follow! I appreciate your kind words!
@@beverlymartin7688 thank you can't wait to see more of your work. stay young, you are the ones that make it easy to under stand.
So cool looking I love the design of your rug! God bless you always amen
Thank you!
Love this so much! It seems easy and I'm definitely going to give it a try. Braided rugs can be so expensive but I've always wanted one. Now I know how 😊. Thank you!
I'm so glad to pass on this knowledge!
Thanks so much. I was wondering how wide the strips are that you cut before rolling and braiding?
Thank you for explaining that so well! Beautiful rug by the way!!
@@ManifestMeanings1 thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
I'm an "Anne of Green Gables" fan(atic). Marilla Cuthbert was known in Avonlea for her braided rugs. I loved watching this. I want to try and make this just like Marilla!
So neat!
Same 🌻
It's beautiful
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श्रश्रशश
TFS 🤗 I just downsized shirts and tops from my drawer & closet and found most of them are T-shirts - so I searched TH-cam to find a tshirt rag rug and they suggested your video & I am so glad - you’ve done a very awesome job I can see everything that you did and follow along very easily......again thank you for sharing
This is a great way to re- purpose uneeded clothes! Enjoy!
What a Terrific IDEA !!!
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What a great looking rug. You are so talented. I can’t even following your braiding.
I love to see you do the braided rug. It’s so pretty.
Love your video.
Thank you!
So many thank yous for taking the time to share your talent! I've been wanting to learn this skill for years! I'm so glad I found your channel and this video; you explained it so amazingly 🤍🩷❤️
Thank you! I'm glad you found it!
Great pattern... love the colors you chose for the rug...
Thank you!
Omg THIS is the tutorial I've been looking for!!! THANK YOU!!!!
Me encantó gracias por compartir tu conocimiento desde mendoza Argentina mis saludos 🇦🇷
Beautiful rug,very well done.thank you for sharing this video
Thank you!
Very nice! Best rounding and finish off I’ve seen yet! 👏
Thank you!
Excelente maestra, mil gracias por compartir tus conocimientos!!
My pleasure! Thank you for your kind words!
Fantastic!! What a joy to work on this project on a rainy afternoon...I enjoyed the video...
Thank you! Isn't it relaxing!
Is this made with stretchy T-shirt yarn? I would rather use strips of woven fabric but 8 have heard it is more difficult to keep the rug flat. Your rug is really gorgeous!
That is what I was wondering also. The fabric looks jerseylike. But can sheets be used also?
This is really cool. I plan on making a napping mat for my grandson, and this looks like a perfect method to do so.
Wonderful idea! I made a fleece rug for my grandbaby!
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Greetings from New Zealand. I love your rug and you have given a very clear easy to follow explanation. Many thanks.
Thank you!
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Great tutorial! How do you begin if you want a round rug and with each row do you go into each stitch twice or every other one twice? Thanks!
I go each twice or 3 times til it seems like it will lie flat
THIS is what a braided rug should be like! Thank you
Loving this method. No lacing it seems. I have tried doing typical braids 3 strips, then lacing them around in an oval or circle. But they fell apart in the wash every time.
Yes, done this way, all interbraided, it gives a more durable end product!
Beverly is this all t-shirt material? And if so did you cut it in a specific width and did you cut top to bottom or side to side? Your directions are easy and precise, easy to follow. Thanks for sharing.
Side to side...you want the stretch long-wise for this so the strips curl nicely. Yes I like jersey knits best!
Beautiful. I love the proportions of this rug. How wide would you say your strips are?
Thank you! For strip width go to my video on "Answering your questions" that will help more than me explaining here!
Wow! I have never seen a braided rug, I feel this could be better for me personally, instead of a loom, I have NOTHING against a loom, they are just as beautiful, but I like this braided rug ❤❤❤
Thank you, I love them too!
Thank you for naking it look so easy. What other fabrics are good as well other than thirst. Jersey pants?. How do you cut all your fabrics. I'm gonna try jean.
Any fabric works but knit fabric is easy to work with because of the stretch. I cut into 2 - 4 inch strips. Thinner strips gives a thinner rug, thicker strips gives a cushy thick rug- my fav
Thank you for this tutorial! Right to the point, and great explanation!
Thank you!
Can I use unstretching material, and can I just rip material,instead of cutting?
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Ez fantasztikus. Sosem tudtam volna megfejteni a fonatok összeillesztését.
The best video on this technique that I have seen! Thanks!
Thank you!
Beautiful and well explained.can I use 10 stripes to make a wider braided stripe instead of 5.
I'd try it...it should work the same, although you may want an odd number to make the weaving more uniform.
This was very well explained, thank you. So I take it we can’t use torn sheets? I make little mats for lining animal carriers, for a number of dog, cat and wildlife rescues. I wondered if I could do this using sheets or if it must be stretchy fabric. Thanking you from Australia.
Stretchy fabric is easier with this method but yes, I've used bed sheets also!
@@beverlymartin7688 thank you.
This turned out lovely! You give great, clear instructions. Can you please tell me the approx width of each strand is? (where you began at about 25 sec in)
Thank you!
It depends on the thickness of the fabric but in general I cut 3-4 inch wide strips. That will give you a thick cushiony rug. Thinner strips equals a thinner rug
Hi, thank you for such an easy video to follow. I’d like to know approximately the width of your strips plus about how much material it used for this size. I don’t have a ballpark idea is all. Thanks in advance!
@kathyq2654 Thank you! Watch my video "Answering your Questions". That is where i explain width of strips. It depends on thickness of fabric & also desired thickness of your rug. As far as amount, it can vary but this size took maybe 8- 10 large size t-shirts.
What type of fabric are you using? Will it have a lot of fraying when it’s washed?
I love this way better than using a Q crochet hook. I bet its easier on the hands to braid. Have you tried braiding a box or basket with this method?
I've done a basket once but rugging is still my favorite!
@@beverlymartin7688 ok ty. This is so pretty.
Hey. Does this work for plastic bags? Love the colors
Yes! I'm actually working on one right now!
The best one I've seen. Thank you!!!🤗🤗🤗
Thank you!
Just found this and I love the idea. How wide of a strip do you use or does it work with any width? Thanks!
@FelineStorm thank you! check out my video on Answering your Questions in which i go into detail of width.
Thank you for clearly explaining the process. I am going to try it.
I love this 💗. Great tutorial. Thank you.
Great pattern 👏 beautifully taught 🥰🌹
Thank you!
First time watching how to make a rug can I ask what the material you used is. Thanks good instructions
I use jersey knits for this method of braiding...it works best
Thank you so much for this! I'm currently doing a rug in another style, but I'm going to do this one next. I have a question. Do you continue to increase the stitches on the ends for each round? Thanks in advance!
Great to know someone else continues this dying art! I continue adding extra stitches until it's big enough not to "get ahead of itself" so to speak. If it starts to curl or not lay flat I adjust accordingly.
Thanks so much for the reply! I've been wanting to make a rug like this for so long, but I only found the braid in method recently! I'm doing one with 4 stands now, but I just fell in love with the look of this one! It's next on my list!
Thank you, again, for the reply! ♥️
Can it be made in rectangular shape, just like a blanket or a carpet? I liked the video very much. Thanks for sharing it.
Yes. I want to do another video on that. There are several ways to do that. You could make it like the oval but mark your corners & instead of double looping on the ends double loop only where you want the corners
@@beverlymartin7688 Thanks for prompt reply. I will try myself as per your instructions.
Thanks so much for this. Can’t wait to try it!
Thank you so much for this tutorial! And super easy to follow! 🙏 ❤.
How many rugs have you made? They are beautiful!!!
Oh my I've never kept track! Lots! And thank you!
Amazing rug! Thank you so much for this video, it’s great! Is it possible to make a completely round rug?
Thank you! And absolutely...you just go back around right away in the beginning instead of a middle strip. Does that make sense?
Thank you for the reply! I think it makes sense, I will try :)
I have done repairs to several braided rugs that my grandmother had made 50 or more years ago. Hers are made of wool or something similar and her method was to fold the fabric strips (three strips) during the braiding, and “sew” the braids together with twine.
I now have about twenty years worth of old blue jeans that I am thinking of making into a rug. Any advice on that method
I've never used that method, sounds fun tho.
I would like to make a large square rug about 10x13. Can you show how to make it square? Also with the larger rugs how do you clean them? Your rug is beautiful!!
Yes I can do a tutorial on making a square rug. And thank you! It was fun to make.
What an absolutely wonderful idea. 👍
Thank you! It gives me great pleasure to see unwanted clothing go to a beautiful useful project!
I loved you video. I have been looking for something like this for awhile. Can I use regular cotton material for a rug or just stretch knit ?
You can use non-stretchy, it's just harder on your fingers when braiding it in
Thank you for making this tutorial. What tryp of material is this rug made from? Old t-shirts or what? Ty.
Yes. I use some new fabric sometimes but my goal is to repurpose discarded t-shirts
Thank you… great video and easy to understand… ❤
I’m a new subscriber 🌻
Greetings to all from Denmark 🇩🇰
@@Creative-Dane thank you!
Just found you, excellent video. Thank you.
Thank you , I am starting mine today! Very concise tutorial and now I know what to do with my knit scraps.❤
(I don’t mean to be rude but the music was annoying , the whistling part. For me this was distracting)
Thanks for this. i have a large stack of my kids t-shirts that I've been looking for a good way to utilize them into a rug. This looks like it would work well for those. Any way to estimate how many yards of fabric you used for that 2 x 4 rug?
@diet94 I've never measured but im going to make a guess it'll take 12-15 t-shirts depending on size of the shirts
This is such a well-made and clearly explained tutorial! Just to check, it looks like you’re using knit/jersey fabric. Is that correct?
Yes that is my favorite to use however you can use any type
Beautiful, thank you. How wide is each strand
2 to 3 inches depending on the thickness of the fabric. When I use t-shirts I cut 2" and when I use something like bedsheets I'll even go 4 inches. Thinner straps make a thinner rug & vice versa
Thank you
So pretty! Thank you for sharing, I will try to make it.
Thank you!
Thanks for your video! It looks like you used stretchy material. Would this technique also work with old sheets?
It does work, just a bit harder on your fingers. I prefer an Amish knot rug style for bed sheets.
Thanks for your response!
Thank you. I have always wondered how it was made. This is beautiful.🌻💞
Thank you!
This is the best tutorial I’ve found yet! Thank you for this video! Going to try mine this week
Thank you, I'm glad it was helpful!
Very neat fun ,love the chosen color theme,really fun thank you for sharing ,I believe I really got this now..smiles
This is the best explained video I have seen!! Maybe I will make on now. Do you have a formula to make them bigger? You said for the 2 x 4 it takes a 28" long center...I wonder what it would be for a 9x 11. ? If you know I would really appreciate your help on that measurement. You look like you've made a few, had a lot of practice!!! Thank you for the tutorial
Thanks, I believe you answered ....start with the 28" and just keep on going til I get to where I want it...? lol...i just need more confidence! That was so good, now, I just need to know what kind of fabric I can use. Thanks in advance!
Hi Tammie, I like t-shirt fabric best! You can also use flannel, fleece etc.
As far as size yes you can keep going around which will get as much wider as longer or make a longer center to begin with & you'll get a longer more narrow rug. Does that make sense?
And the same if you make a shorter center you will have a more shorter wider rug a little more round than oval
Hi ! I would like to know if you have an idea on how much fabric did you use ? Which length do I need to do a rug of the same size of yours ?
You'll need a 28 inch braid for the center. I've never measured my fabric but for a rug size in the video, I probably use about 5 x-large t-shirts
Very beautiful.very well explained ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you!
Beverly the rug is beautiful but you did mention how wide your cutting edge strip, is it 4 inches? Thank you
I really want to make a round one now :3
But I’m not sure I’ll know how 😅 I will have to start passing my strands through the ones before immediately… 🤔
Maybe I should start with this shape first, to teach myself 😆
Thank you for the great video !
@PGD-vy7fq check out my tutorial on Making a Round Rug.
Have used the eye looping method in crocheting rugs.
Thank you for this. Making a Braided Rag Rug is on my Crafter's Bucket List. Thank you.
You're welcome & best wishes on your rug making!
I am very excited to follow this expert’s instructions🎉
very useful, please tell me width of cloth for one strand.
If it's thicker fabric 3 inches wide, if thinner 4 inches wide. The wider the strip, the thicker the rug will be
So beautiful rugs
Thank you!
Just found your channel. It looks like you used tee-shirt fabric. What about old sheets or other cotton fabrics?
@@annakennel356 any fabric will work but stretchy fabric is easier to work with.
Thanks for the great lesson!
@@lisascenic thank you! I'm glad you liked it
What type of fabric is best? Yours looks fairly stretchy, but I’d be tempted to use 100% cotton??
Jersey knits are my favorite. I use only my hands for braiding. The stretching makes it is easier to braid. My philosophy is to repurpose. So I use discarded clothes from the goodwill or wherever I can get it. Thus keeps excess from going to landfills & turns it into a cozy, cushy rug!
Question: Any tips or advice for fabric selection for my first go at this would be appreciated! Cheers
My favorite & the easiest to work with is t-shirt fabric. Just be sure to stretch the strios a bit as I show in the video...enjoy!
Not really a comment but questions
1. My Grandmother used what she called braiders small metal cone shapes that she fed her material through and it folded the strips so the raw edges were inside the fold, there were different sizes depending on the fabric that she was braiding would this be okay to use?
2. She also sewed something to the back so they didn't slide when walked on.
I've never heard of the metal cones but sounds like a great idea! I'd give it a try!
Mine have never slid around for me...I guess I make them too thick & heavy for that!
Nice! Is that t shirt fabric? TIA
Yes it is! My goal is to repurpose discarded clothes to keep it from going to waste. And it is definitely the nicest fabric to work with because it has a bit of give.
Wow!!! So nice 🤩...New subscriber here...from Denna Craft.
Thank you!
@@beverlymartin7688 Welcome ❤️
Hi Beverly! Thank you for sharing. I don't want to ask a question which you have already answered, but I have scanned the comments to find what width of tee-shirt strips you are using and cannot find the answer. Could you please enlighten me? Thanks a million! Lisa
For thinner fabric I go a bit wider, say 4 inches & thicker fabric maybe only 2 inches wide.