Crochet a rag rug from old t shirts an easy rag rug diy project that works up very quickly.
Making a rag rug old tshirts.
I chose mostly cotton but other fabrics will work too.
Simply hot glue the strips in place directly on the top of the rug pad bunching the strips together on top of the glue.
Each rag rug will turn out slightly different depending on the materials you use and your own unique way of crocheting.
Place a piece of cardboard under the rug because the hot glue will seep through the holes and make a mess.
Only basic crochet skills are required to make this handy mat.
How to make a rag rug.
I can t believe that in five years i accumulated a large garbage bag of old clothes that i don t use at all.
Diy crochet rag rug from old t shirts free pattern video.
So easy and you ll thank yourself for keeping those old clothes for years.
If you re making your own t shirt yarn cut off the top of the t shirt directly underneath the arms and cut off the hem.
For reference this mini rug took me 1 hour start to finish took 2 t shirts and measures 23cm in diameter.
Make a functional home accessory with this diy no sew rug made out of old t shirts.
I would absolutely love to hear about your rag rug experiences and see your creations so if you have a go or already have please comment below.
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For this pattern the rug is made from old t shirts and sheets worked in the round to create a rectangular shape.
You will need 14 strips.
If you know the basics of crocheting this project stitches up quickly.
Over sized t shirts are a plentiful resource at your local thrift store or maybe even in your own closet.
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Cut one shirt into one inch horizontal strips so that they are loops.
To weave a 30 diameter rug we need about 6 7 x large women s t shirts.
Make the rug larger by continuing to work the pattern if you like.
Every now and then i come across a fabric that is so exciting to make into a rug.
Plus my two cents on this project.
I only go up to 6 strands in the video but you can definitely go up to 8 on larger rugs.
Now let s make something new that s useful and beautiful from old and unwanted.
Materials and tools to make a rag rug from t shirt yarn.
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