RUG HOOKING PATTERNS

Rug Hooking and Dolls

 Domestic Zoo Pattern

an adaptation of an antique rug by Magdalena Briner

Below is a rug hooked by Susan for her friend Carol.  The design looks great with the dark background as well.  Good job Susan and what a great friend you are to do this for Carol.

 

 Domestic Zoo Pattern

The original rug (24" x 75") was hooked approximately 1870 by Magdalena Briner who hooked motifs which were familiar to her.  The images in the rug are serpents, leaves, birds, cats, donkey, fruit and other images in the mind and hand of Magdalena.  She used whatever textiles or colors she had available to her which makes this a wonderful rug to hook as you can use up wool strips left over from previous projects.  Then as you are hooking you can say to yourself...." I'll use this because 'that is all she had' to use.  I've mentally used that phrase numerous times throughout this rug and it is a beauty.

I tried to use colors close to the original but using what I had available to me ~ just as 'she' would have done.

This design measures 22 1/2" x 67" which is a tad smaller than the original version but still captures it's essence.  It was hooked using mostly #8 and #8.5 cuts, will be hand drawn on linen backing with a 3" margin and serged edges to prevent raveling.  $98 plus shipping.

Lions in the Woods Pattern

an antique adaptation

This rug was designed by extracting elements from two similar antique rugs which appealed to me most.  The pattern measures 19 x 35 and is drawn on Dorr Natural Primitive Linen.  It has been hooked using #8 and #8.5 wool strips.  The pattern will have serged edges and hand drawn on the straight of grain.  $65 plus shipping.

 

 Ducks and Egg Nest Pattern

an antique adaptation

     

This is an adaptation of an antique rug which is estimated to have been hooked between 1875 and 1923 in Canada.  I have tried to replicate it in as close to the colors as the original antique using colors available to me. 

The pattern measures 16 x 31 and is drawn on Dorr Natural Primitive Linen.  It has been hooked using #8 and #8.5 wool strips.  The pattern will have serged edges and hand drawn on the straight of grain.  $60 plus shipping.

 

E. S. Frost Sheep w/ Scrolls Pattern

an antique adaptation

 

Maine entrepreneur Edward Sands Frost began his journey selling preprinted designs on burlap in the 1860s.  His patterns were transported and sold out of a Peddler's cart. 

There are a couple antique hooked versions of this mighty handsome sheep but I have chosen to hook the one with the scrolls; perhaps one day I'll decide to hook another version.  Our foremothers used to hook with whatever textile they had available; and more than likely there would be multiple fabrics used in the same rug.  Some of these might consist of calico, denim, cotton stocking, long johns ~ basically whatever they had and could make good use of for another purpose. 

I hooked the scrolls in a variety of like colors to give it some pizzazz and it certainly does make the eye view the entire piece just to see everything that is going on and how the colors are so compatible.  And that color circles the sheep to make it the main focus of the rug.  I also did some directional hooking in the center in front of and behind the sheep using a different warm primitive black.  I wanted to give it a vintage feel and provide  a touch of 'making do' as our foremothers would have done.

This pattern measures 26" x 40" and is drawn on primitive natural linen.  I hooked this rug in predominantly #8.5 with some #8 for the hooves and some parts of a scroll, and mostly #9 for background.    $90 plus shipping.

 

E. S. Frost Sheep Pattern

an antique adaptation hooked by Saundra Porter

This beauty below was hooked by Melinda Cole.  I love her use of color and how she hooked the triangle border.  Great job Melinda!

 

Edward Sands Frost began his journey selling preprinted designs on burlap in the 1860s.  His patterns were transported and sold out of a Peddler's cart. 

This is another antique hooked version of this handsome sheep.  The original version can be seen in a book called Rags to Rugs by Patricia T. Herr.  The original antique measured 26" x 40".  This pattern I am offering measures 25" x 34".  I believe that since the original had tassels on the left and right sides of the rug, that accounts for the difference in the width.  Therefore, I believe there is only 1" difference in the size of the design I've hooked since I did not include tassels on my rug.

Our foremothers used to hook with whatever textile they had available; and more than likely there would be multiple fabrics used in the same rug.  Some of these might consist of calico, denim, cotton stocking, long johns ~ basically whatever they had and could make good use of for another purpose. 

I tried to give the rug a look of 'making do' by hooking the background in a variety of dark colors and used a variety of reds and golds.  Even with the flowers and birds, it is obvious that the sheep is the main focus of the rug. 

This pattern measures 25" x 34" and is drawn on Dorr primitive natural linen.  I hooked this rug in using wool strips between #5 and #8.5 depending on what I felt was needed in that section of the rug.  Attention is paid to drawing on the straight of the grain.  Pattern is $85 plus shipping.

The Cat's Meow Pattern

This is my new favorite rug design and is an antique adaptation of a rug hooked around the 1800's. The pattern measures 30" x 30", has serged edges and is hand drawn straight of the grain on Dorr Natural Primitive Linen.

$72 plus shipping.

Foxy Mat Pattern

This is a Running Fox but could also be seen by some people as a running dog.  I hooked this piece in the style of Magdalena Briner with the corner swags and circles.  The design measures 14" x 17". 

The edges of the linen has been serged and care was taken to be sure all four sides were drawn straight of grain.  $40 plus shipping.

Pot of Flowers Pattern

An adaptation of an antique design it measures 16 x 23. It is drawn on Dorr Natural linen and has serged edges. Care is taken to be sure all sides are drawn on the straight of grain. I hooked my rug using #8 and #8.5 wool strips. $48 plus shipping.

Red Bird of Pennsylvania PATTERN

Red Bird hooked rug pattern

This is an antique adaptation of a rug hooked early 20th Century and found in PA. The pattern measures 18" x 35". The pattern has serged edges and is hand drawn  straight of the grain on Dorr Natural Primitive Linen.

$65 plus shipping.

Stag Chair Pad PATTERN

This is an adaptation of an antique rug hooked in the 1870s.  I have adapted it into a chair pad for myself but you could always make it a circle (as in the original) or with straight lines for a more rectangular shape.

The finished pattern measures 14"  x  16" and is hand drawn on primitive linen with serged edges.   $40 plus shipping.

 

Hearts and Swags PATTERN

Hearts and Swags

This is an adaptation of an antique design. I hooked this one using torn strips of wool ranging from 1/2" to 1" widths. An occasional #8 or #8.5 strip may have been hooked in just for variety.

I made this into a pillow which is really nice to lean against with it's dimensions of 20 x 20. I also offer the pattern in a 25 x 25 size.

Drawn on Dorr natural primitive linen with serged edges.

20 x 20 is $48 plus shipping.

25 x 25 is $55 plus shipping.

500 Mile Betts PATTERN

This is an adaptation of a quilt block by Harriet Powers which was sewn in the 1800's. I changed a pendulum clock into a modern day clock. Harriet's story has it that the independent hog ran 500 miles from Georgia to Virginia, her name was Betts.

Drawn on Dorr natural primitive linen the pattern measures 18 x 21.5. $50 plus shipping.

 

Mache Jack-O-Lanterns PATTERN

This is my original design as I'd always wanted to own some of those old paper mache Jacks. They are hard to find in antique shops and if you do they are pricey. So I decided to hook my own version. It measues 15 x 25, drawn on Dorr natural primitive linen with serged edges. $50 plus shipping.

 

 

Ali Katz PATTERN

This rug design is a Laurel Burch style rug I drew and hooked in a class with Ali Strebel. So many people have inquired about the design that I decided to sell patterns in two sizes.

The one pictured here measures 24 x 34 and I plan to offer a 24 x 24 pattern which would not have the zig zag at the two ends.

The pattern will be drawn on Dorr natural primitive linen with serged edges.

24 x 34 is $70 plus shipping

24 x 24 is $60 plus shipping.

 

Santa and Deer PATTERN

Santa and Deer Pattern ~ This is an antique adaptation and drawn on Dorr natural primitive linen with serged edges.  Measures 23" x 25".   $60 plus shipping 

Holiday Tree Ornaments PATTERN

This is my design and measures 10 1/2" x 18 1/2".  The pattern has serged edges and is hand drawn  straight of the grain on Dorr Natural Primitive Linen.

It was fun to hook and I used a metallic yarn for the tops of the balls. Would make a great contribution to the holiday trimmings.  $35 plus shipping.

Lighthouse Purse Pattern

 

Just the perfect size for a cell phone, cash, credit card and sunglasses. The pattern is drawn on Dorr primitive natural linen with serged edges.  Measures 6" wide x 17 total length but when folded in half the finished bag will be 6 x 8 1/2" long.   $10 plus shipping

Auntie Peanut PATTERN

The piece below was hooked by Lauren Fugua and like how she added more swags along the side it does make the mat easier on the eye; thanks Lauren!  Ya dun good.

This is my design and based on a woman I knew from the age of 3 years old.  She was a wee bit of a woman who helped care for my ailing grandmother.  Auntie Peanut was like a family member and used to say that my hair was so curly that I looked just like Shirley Temple. 

The pattern measures 12 1/2"  x  12 1/2" and is drawn on primitive linen with serged edges.   $35 plus shipping

Primitive Star Mat KIT

There are only 2 blue kits left. Once they are gone I will no longer be doing kits, just patterns.

Great beginning hooker kit.  The finished size is 8" x 10 1/2".  Kit contains pattern drawn on linen with #8 cut wool strips (1/4"), hook, binding tape, basic hooking instructions and info on binding and care of hooked rugs.

The edges of the linen has been serged to prevent fraying.  $38 plus shipping

Purse PATTERN

Hooked purse pattern on monks cloth 9 x 9 1/2 choice of rabbit, crow, flower or star motif

Your choice of motif: rabbit, crow, star, heart, flower or other design of this shape which you see on my web site. 

Pattern ~ on linen 9 1/2" x 9" with 3" border, serged edges and instructions for lining as well as purse assembly provided.  $20 plus shipping

Bowl of Flowers PATTERN

Pattern ~ Designed and hooked by me this is a great beginner mat measuring 11" x 14".  It is a small and easy piece with quick results.  Hand drawn on the straight of grain on linen it will have serged edges and a wide margin for hooking.  A color picture will be included for inspiration.    $35 plus shipping

Antique Roosters PATTERN

Pattern ~ This rug was hooked by me and is an adaptation of an antique rug hooked in the 1800s.  This particular piece has been sold; however, it is copyright free because of the age. 

I am offering a hand drawn pattern on the straight of grain, on linen with serged edges and 3" margin.  The dimension of the rug is 18 1/2 x 33.  $65. plus shipping.

Cherries and Candy Stripes PATTERN

Pattern ~ Drawn on linen, the pattern measures 13 1/2 x 24 1/2.  It has serged edges and substantial 3" margin.  This runner is on my harvest table and looks lovely with the antique wood. Hook in these colors or your favorite colors.

$60 plus shipping. 

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Primitive Cat PATTERN

Primitive Cat Mat was inspired by an antique rug.  Finished piece  measures 8 " x 10 1/2" . 

Edges of linen has been serged to prevent fraying.  $25 plus shipping.

 

Primitive Flower Mat PATTERN

A great starter kit for a new hooker.  Finished size is 8" x 10 1/2".  Kit contains pattern hand drawn on linen with a substantial 3" margin, #8 cut wool strips, hook, binding tape, basic hooking instructions and info on binding and care of hooked rugs.  The edges of the linen has been serged and care was taken to be sure all four sides were drawn straight.  $38 plus shipping 

Stag Rug PATTERN

Another adaptation of the same antique rug hooked in the 1870s which is to your right, this rug measures 20" x 27 1/2".  I plan to use it on my harvest table but would make a great rug at the hearth, on an antique chest or hanging on the wall.

The edges of the linen has been serged and care was taken to be sure all four sides were drawn straight of grain.  $50 plus shipping 

 Flower and Berries PATTERN

Another great starter kit for a new hooker or something small to hook for a friend or for a gift.  Can be used as a trivet or table decoration.  Finished size is approximately 8 1/2" x 8 1/2".  Kit contains pattern hand drawn on linen with a substantial 3" margin, #8 cut wool strips, hook, binding tape, basic hooking instructions and info on binding and care of hooked rugs.  The edges of the linen has been serged and care was taken to be sure all four sides were drawn straight..  $20. plus shipping. 

  

Fresh Fish PATTERN

Fish pattern on monks cloth 11 x 19

Pattern ~ on linen  11 x 19 with 3" margin and serged edges  $40 plus shipping

 

Rubber Ducky Chair Pad PATTERN

This was my last chair pad I hooked and think it is a hoot; however it doesn't need to be used as a chair pad.  Instead you could adapt the design by hooking it in a square rather than rounding the design. 

Of course the subject is a rubber ducky that we are all familiar with.  I initially hooked it for a friend of mine and thought it would be a great pattern to offer others.  It measures 14" in diameter so if you chose to hook it in square it would measure 14" x 14".  $35 plus shipping.

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Mother Hen PATTERN

This is my brand new design and measures 14" x 15 1/2".  The pattern has serged edges and is hand drawn  straight of the grain on Dorr Natural Primitive Linen.

It was a lot of fun to hook and would be a cute spring design, or if you collect chicken and rooster knick knacks, this would go well in the kitchen.  And, if you know someone who does act as mother hen, it would make a great 'thank you' gift.   $40 plus shipping.

Dorr Natural Primitive Linen

Perfect for a beginner hooker who doesn't have a serger and wants to design their own small rug?  I have a few pre-serged pieces of linen which measure 14 1/2" x 18".

s you can see by the picture below, it is a suitable size to draw a purse shape on.  Not sure how these pictures are showing up on your computer.  On one of my computers the linen looks normal, but on the other it looks funky.  The weave is not loose like this picture indicates.  When I reduced the picture size something wacky happened to the lines.  This is a Dorr Natural Primitive Linen.

This would also be a great size to draw a small mat, hook a trivet or design seasonal pieces to put out on your table.  $5.00 plus shipping.

 

 

BEE HIVE with FLOWERS is a design by Pat Hornifus drawn on cotton rug warp with serged edges.  It measures 30" x 37" and was drawn by Fraser Rugs.

I do not have a color visual of a finished rug of this design, sorry.  I never got around to hooking it, but can see this finished piece in a sun room, at a beach house or just about anywhere to remind us of warm weather and mother nature at it's finest.

If you would like to see a larger view of this picture please e-mail me.

$45 plus shipping.

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School Primary PATTERN

 

School Primary pattern with A B C 1 2 3 measures 11 x 14 1/2

Pattern ~ Finished piece is 11 x 14 1/2.  The pattern is printed on linen, has serged edges and substantial 3" margin.  This design would be cute in a child's room or to display with antiques and could be hooked in your favorite colors.

$30 plus shipping. 

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