Rag Rug Workshop

11.30am-4pm  | 18+ yrs

Rag Rugging is a traditional craft, in this case, creating beautiful rugs out of pure wool blanket yarn. The yarn we use in our workshop is a waste product from the mills and has been sourced by the tutors from various mills around the UK, which undeniably means less waste is going to landfill.

What will the class cover and how will it be taught?

During the workshop, you will learn how to use the tools, including a latch hook and cutting gauge, then start by making a little flower using the long shaggy and short shaggy methods, moving on to learn how to create your own unique Rag Rug. You will then start to create your own rug from 100% pure wool blanket yarn.

Who is it suitable for?

18+, no prior experience necessary. Please refer to the ‘Additional Costs’ section to specifically find out about costings for this workshop.

Important Information

This workshop will happen in Studio 3.

What do I need to bring?

There is a 30 minute lunch break. Please bring your own lunch.

Are there any additional costs?

This course includes:

• Your own latch hook
• 1 x 250g ball of blanket yarn
• Hessian mat 90cm x 60cm.

You will leave with the knowledge and skill to finish your rug at home.  There will be additional supplies available to purchase on the day. If you wish to complete your rug in pure wool, a further 5 balls at £6 each will be needed; these can be chosen from the vast range of wool and paid for on the day.

About the tutors

Your tutors, Alison and Lorraine, base themselves in Cumbria and both are experienced teachers and confess to being ‘rag rug enthusiasts’. While the craft experienced periods of decline, interest in rag rugs has been revived, with many people enjoying the creative and sustainable aspects of making them. You may find Rugging therapeutic and very addictive. So watch out – you may become addicted too!

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