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The History of Rag Rugs:
The history of rag rugs in North America goes back to the early
pioneers and immigrants who came over from Europe. The first floor
coverings made in the American colonies were rag rugs. The people had
no new materials to spare for floors and there was no corner store to
go to for supplies. They cautiously saved every scrap of worn-out,
used-up textile material from all sources. These scraps were usually
wool and cotton. Remnants were cut into strips, sewn together and
rolled into big balls to be made into rugs when time allowed. Old
stockings, clothes and bed linens that had outlived their original
purposes became valuable all over again.
Sharon’s Rag Rugs are all hand crocheted with cotton fabric. The
fabric is cut into strips, then crocheted with a large crochet hook.
Washing instructions:
Wash in cold water on the gentle cycle and lay flat to dry.
The Rag Rug
Studio offers:
- Individual
handcrafted rugs that compliment a rustic look as well as
traditional and contemporary décor
- Area rugs in a
variety of sixes and shapes (oblong, round, rectangle, heart shape
and specialty shapes)
- Shag rag rugs
are coming soon!!
- Custom-made
sizes and colors
- Colors to match
and compliment any décor (can use matching upholstery or drapery
fabric)
- Accessory items
available and coming soon to the web site (coordinating pillows,
table runners, chair pads, etc.)
- Free estimates
- Shipping costs
will be added to each price listed
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