Ideas for Hooked Rugs
- You can develop your own ideas for latch-hook rugs.rug making image by Alison Bowden from Fotolia.com
Latch-hook rugs are easy to make, and you can use almost any pattern. You don't have to buy an expensive kit or look for patterns in magazines. You can create your own latch-hook rug patterns, and it's easy once you have a design you like. You can find ideas for latch-hook rugs in many places. - Create your own latch-hook rug pattern by drawing on graph paper or use a copy machine to copy an image you like. Once you have the image on graph paper, color in the squares to create an easy-to-follow pattern that will help you decide what colors of yarn you'll need. Incorporate your favorite colors and designs into your pattern.
- Look at photos you've taken on vacations, and see if any of the images will make a good latch-hook rug. Landscapes and pictures that don't contain a great deal of fine details make good latch-hook projects. Look for images you like or images that remind you of special times.
- You can take a picture of your pet and turn it into a latch-hook rug pattern. Or take photos at the zoo while viewing your favorite animals. You'll want the image of the animal to be clear so you can make a easy-to-follow pattern.
- You can find creative ideas in magazines. You'll want to honor the copyright of any photo you see, but you can look for images and see if they spark ideas for you. Look for patterns and designs that you like. Also look for the latest color schemes and patterns that are in style. Fashion magazines and home décor magazines often discuss the latest colors and patterns.
- The drawings of your children are a great source of latch-hook rug pattern ideas. Use a favorite drawing your child has created. You also can ask your child to help you create a rug. Have your child draw a design on graph paper using favorite colors. Your child can then help you select the yarns to create the rug.
