I am rug hooking like I paint: I’m using lots of bold colors, as I go! Only, hooking is a slower process. It’s a nice way to slow down, even after I didn’t think such a thing possible. When I pulled a muscle in my back, this colourful project kept me company, why I mostly lay on my bed, waiting for the pain to subside (they’ve definitely lessened, and I hope to get a full day of painting in, soon)! I still have a way to go before I complete my rug... will keep you posted! In the meantime, if you haven’t already done so, please check out Deanne Fitzpatrick (@hookingrugs), who showed me the rug hooking way, and sent me loads of lovely hand-dyed, soft, soft wools, as well as all the other parts, right down to the hoop, scissors, linen, hooks, and even online classes to help me find my way! She is right about 2 things: 1)- once you learn how to make one loop, then you know how to hook a rug. 2)- rug hooking is a very forgiving craft. Thank goodness, because I have never been the most meticulous person on the planet. Thanks, Deanne, for your guidance. I’m hoping others might explore your most engaging (and satisfying) craft too! 🧡❤️💜💙 #ClaireDesjardins #DeanneFitzpatrick #RugHooking #HookingRugs #Hooking #Colors #FiberArt #FiberArts #TextileArt #TextileArts (at Gore (Québec)) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEZusRVJmEN/?igshid=1kod7tvd0wafl
