Posted by roxana white at 4 02 am.
Toothbrush rug method.
I have finally found a way to make a rectangle toothbrush rug using a method different than the traditional method.
But believe me you don t need any experience to learn how to make these rugs.
Mar 13 2013 explore megan d s board toothbrush rug followed by 191 people on pinterest.
Rag rugs are often called toothbrush rugs because of the type of tool used to make them.
Most other instructions that i ve come across on the internet assume some previous knowledge of crochet or knitting.
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Feb 7 2020 explore jean peavey s board toothbrush rug followed by 612 people on pinterest.
They are easy to learn inexpensive to make and the result is gorgeous.
Swedish rag rugs also called toothbrush rugs look like traditional american.
Although these charming oval rugs look complicated they are really simple once you master the basic pattern.
Periodically lay the rug on the floor to make sure it lays flat.
These traditional rugs are created using a modified toothbrush fabric strips and a basic blanket stitch.
If not add a few more basic stitches at each turn.
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Plus i explain the more traditional way of making a rectangle rug using the toothbrush rug method.
You can also find another tutorial on youtube showing her method to make the toothbrush rug.
Toothbrush rugs get their name from the tool used to make them.
These rugs are a great way to use up old clothing or sheets that you would usually get rid of.
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Both ways of how to make a rectangle are.
Folks used to cut the head off an old toothbrush and file it down to a point while using the pre drilled hole for hanging your tooth brush as a place to attach the fabric to.
These days you can purchase a rag rug needle or you can create your own needle from some wire and masking tape as barri jayne shows us at 1 20 in her video.
Toothbrushes would be upcycled to become rug making needles by cutting off the brush end and rounding it off.
I hope it helps answer questions and get you started should you decide to give it a try.