Some months ago, you may recall, I started making a rag rug. The idea is to use up all sorts of fabric scraps without having to co-ordinate colours or worry about odd shapes. Back in May I had got this far:
Progress in May
I haven’t wanted to bore you every month with a picture of progress, as it isn’t very exciting and there have been some periods when I haven’t worked on it much. However, as autumn is now upon us, I have been a bit more focused on it. As well as scraps left over from making, I’ve also started incorporating fabric from old clothes. Once I have cut useable cloths from old t-shirts, for example, there are usually some bits left over, and these are going into the rug. I’ve dismantled several garments and been able to retrieve fabric from the waistbands that has been suitable too, even it it’s a bit worn. So, this is progress so far.
As you can see, my tester seems to approve.
It is very time-consuming, but I do like the fact that fabric I would otherwise struggle to find a use for can be incorporated. It’s going to be a while before it’s finished, but, the scrap bag will certainly be much emptier once it is.
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I’ve been inspired to write this (and future) ScrapHappy posts by Kate, Tall Tales from Chiconia. On the fifteenth of every month lots of folk s often publish a ScrapHappy post, do check them out:
Kate, Gun, Eva, Sue, Lynn, Lynda, Birthe, Turid, Susan, Cathy, Tracy, Jill, Claire, Jan (me), Moira, Sandra, Chris, Alys, Kerry, Claire, Jean, Jon, Hayley, Dawn, Gwen, Bekki, Sue L, Sunny, Kjerstin, Vera, Nanette, Ann, Dawn 2 , Bear, Carol, Noreen, Preeti, Edith, Jule and Esther
If you fancy joining, contact Kate and she’ll add you to the list. It would be lovely to see more non-sewing posts, but any use of scraps is welcome.
The Snail of Happiness 
Laurie Graves
/ October 15, 2021So bright and pretty! What a be wonderful way to use scraps, even if it is time consuming.
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The Snail of Happiness
/ October 15, 2021It does feel endless at the moment, so it is good to remind myself of progress
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katechiconi
/ October 15, 2021That’s impressive! It’s hard work and tough on the hands, so that’s really good progress. So glad Miss Rosie approves…
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The Snail of Happiness
/ October 15, 2021Daisy (ahem) does love it… she even tries to sit on it when I’m working on it.
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katechiconi
/ October 15, 2021Aaargh! Sorry, the brain produced “flower name” when I went to retrieve it. Do feel free to edit to make it correct for the poor girl!
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The Snail of Happiness
/ October 15, 2021She doesn’t mind at all. We used to have a cat called Rosie, so I’m fond of the name.
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katechiconi
/ October 15, 2021That’s a relief… Remembering names is one of my weak spots. And there are many!
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Nice Piece of Work
/ October 15, 2021Nice going! And it’s already received the ultimate seal of approval from a high-ranking member of the Supreme Court of Quality Control 🙂
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The Snail of Happiness
/ October 15, 2021It’s always good when the boss likes your work
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DawnGillDesigns
/ October 15, 2021it looks so soft and warm. It’s really rather inspiring.
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The Snail of Happiness
/ October 15, 2021It’s ever so dense, and is going to be much more substantial than I originally anticipated.
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DawnGillDesigns
/ October 15, 2021that sounds like a win!
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Going Batty in Wales
/ October 15, 2021They do take ages to make and become very heavy but mine have already lasted ages so it is worth it in the end. It does use loads of rubbish scraps which is very satisfying.
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The Snail of Happiness
/ October 15, 2021I particularly like the fact that you can turn “what was I thinking” type scraps into something that actually looks rather nice.
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Quimper Hitty
/ October 15, 2021I love rag rugs, and this one is a beauty already…your rug-tester agrees, and what more needs to be said?!
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The Snail of Happiness
/ October 15, 2021I’m very pleased with it so far, as is Daisy
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Susan Nixon
/ October 15, 2021I’m impressed that you even know how to do this. So many such arts are lost these days. I love the picture of your dog on it. Beautiful animal, beautiful rag rug.
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rutigt
/ October 16, 2021This is another great idea for using scraps!!!!
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The Snail of Happiness
/ October 16, 2021And so many scraps!
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Wild Daffodil
/ October 16, 2021What a great use of those odd scraps. It looks wonderfully thick and comfy.
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The Snail of Happiness
/ October 16, 2021And Daisy clearly thinks it’s for her!
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tialys
/ October 16, 2021This is coming along very nicely considering the work involved and, when it’s finished, it will last a very long time and already has a slightly impatient end user.
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Bear
/ October 16, 2021Oooooo. I loves it! So, how big are your pieces??? I’ve toyed with making one of these rugs for years. I used to make braided fabric rugs back in the 80’s when they were the “cool” thing to have. Haven’t made one of those for years. But I do have a bunch of wee scraps that might be suitable to make this style with.
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The Write Stylus
/ October 22, 2021It’s so beautiful. It’s amazing that you can make that from scraps.
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Linne
/ November 10, 2021I think that’s the most beautiful rag rug I’ve ever seen! Are you planning to add to it (in size)? This will last you for many years, I’d think . . .
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