How To Make A Rag Rug Out Of Sheets
The most common type of material used for these types of rag rugs are t shirts but you could substitute bed sheets towels or even things like shower curtains and use the same techniques.
How to make a rag rug out of sheets. Make a rag rug out of an old sheet. For this pattern the rug is made from old t shirts and sheets worked in the round to create a rectangular shape. I try to find queen or king sized flat sheets because they are the easiest to rip however sometimes i use smaller sheets fitted sheets or even duvet covers if i love the colour of the fabric. The elastic was shot but the fabric is still very usable.
Make the rug larger by continuing to work the pattern if you like. I bought these sheets from value village. I m going to give it a whirl will be using floss or fishing line cause it s durable. So when i came across rag rugs i was so inspired to create my own awesome rag rug too.
The important thing is to. I ve been wanting to make a rag rug for years but am intimidated by the process have plenty of curtains sheets and fabrics gifted to me of course it s used but a lot of it looks new. Each rag rug will turn out slightly different depending on the materials you use and your own unique way of crocheting.