January/February 2018

Start the New Year with an issue full of fabulous rugs and hookings sure to inspire. There are pinecones and hearts, hidden picture rugs, and gypsy mice. From hooked coverlets to cozy cabins, we have something for everyone during these dark days of winter. You will even find information about the trip of a lifetime, coming up in October of 2018. These colorful pages will brighten up your chilly days and invigorate you as you plan your rug hooking for the upcoming year. Join us as we celebrate the New Year!
 
Greetings from My Hometown: Souvenir postcards transformed into wool
by Norma Press
 
Hearts for a February Home: Combine applique, rug hooking, and embroidery for a project you will love!
by Rebekah L. Smith
 
Graceful Pinecone: A lovely design reborn 40 years later
by Lisanne Miller
 
Allure, the End of the Story
by Cheryl G. W. Orcutt
 
Hidden Objects Rug Design: Geometrics that fool the eye
by Stefan Dull
 
Gypsy Mice: Reflected light and mysterious shadows
by Sibyl Osicka
 
From Woven Coverlet to Hooked Rug
by Julie Thomas
               
Cozy Cabin: A Perfect Pattern for Winter Hooking - Purchase the kit or the pattern!
by W. Cushing and Co.
 
The Elements of Art for Rug Hookers, Part 1
by Linda Pietz
 
Archangel Michael: Color planning a medieval tapestry
by Neysa Russo
 
Colors to Dye For: A preview of The Color Lab
by Wanda Kerr
 
Celebrating My Two Loves
by Karen Miller
 
Dear Beginning Rug Hooker: Compass Rose Project
by C. Susan Ferraro
 
Readers’ Gallery: Mary DeLano
by Linda Rae Coughlin
 
Destinations: TIGHR Triennial 2018
by Lesley Mary Close
 
First Rug: The Light/Joe Martinez
by Joe Martinez

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