Hooked Rug

A new offering! This rug was hooked in wool on burlap. Measuring 35 1/2" x 24", the piece features a design in deep rich jewel tones on a neutral background with charcoal border. If you live in the Peterborough/Kawartha area, I'd be more than happy to arrange a home visit to ensure the piece would work well in your home. ($300 plus postage if applicable)

Rug Hooking - a few projects finished at last!

I've been jumping from project to project lately .... as a result, I ended up with several half-finished pieces, which "drives me crazy"!   So, with the weather turning chilly and gray, I spent a few cozy days at home, finishing things up!  What a good feeling!  Now I can get started on some new projects... A hooked rug is also among the newly finished projects and a pic will follow shortly.

Rug Hooked Chair Pad
Wool hooked on burlap
Measures 11 1/2" in diameter
$65
SOLD

Rug Hooked Hot Pad
Wool hooked in burlap
Measures 8 3/4" x 8 3/4"
$40

Rug Hooked Hot Pad
Wool hooked on burlap
8 1/2" x 8 3/4"
$40

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Rug Hooked Chair Pad

My hooked chair pads have proven to be very popular!  No need for matching sets; one chair pad can spruce up any occasional chair and add a bit of colour and interest to any room.  This is my latest - shades of gray with pops of red.

Hooked Chair Pad
Wool hooked on burlap
Measures approx. 11 1/2" in diameter
$65
available by contacting me at rdyer@nexicom.net
SOLD

Primitive/Traditional Hooked Wool Rug

Although the pattern on this rug is called "hit or miss",the technique is really an exercise in precision and balance.   Hooked in rich tones of burgundy/wine - and balanced with shades of gray and pops of colour - I'm thrilled with the end result!

I photographed this piece at East of Eden Antiques in Woodview, Ontario.

Hooked Wool Rug
Measures 33" x 24"
$330
SOLD

Rug Hooked Chair Pads

I recently spent a wonderful week away - a few days in Kelowna with my brother and sister-in-law (Ken & Coleen); then off to Calgary for the wedding of my niece Kendal (daughter of my brother and sister-in-law Steve & Laura).  It was great to see the whole family - including mom! - all together.  But no matter where I go, my work goes with me.  I actually managed to hook these two chair pads while I was away - just in time for Thursday market when I returned home.

Cheerful Chicken Hooked Chair Pad
Wool hooked on burlap
Measures 12" in diameter
$65
SOLD

Sweet Tea Pot Hooked Chair Pad
Wool hooked on burlap
Measures 12" in diameter
$65

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Hooked Wool Rug

This 100% wool rug hooked on burlap has been my full time job for the past 6 weeks!  I loved working on it - but also love that it's finally finished.   It's one of my larger pieces, measuring 35" x 21".  This thick, lush rug would be great at home or at the cottage, in front of a fireplace, in a short hallway, beside the bed - anywhere you want a touch of cozy warmth!

100% wool hooked rug on burlap
$325
Available by contacting me at rdyer@nexicom.net
SOLD

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Rug Hooked Hot Pad

This piece started out as another way to bust my stash of cut wool strips, and I love the way it turned out! The muted combination of the rich brown background and green foliage play nicely against the vibrant rusts and golds of the flower heads.  The mat measures 11" x 7" - bigger than most of my hot pads, and perfect for a large casserole dish!

Rug Hooked Hot Pad
Wool fabric and wool yarn on burlap
$42
Available by contacting me at rdyer@nexicom.net
SOLD

Finally some wool dying!

Since much of my rug hooking work includes nature in some way, shape or form, the colour green is essential - and I am now at the very end of my wonderful stash of various greens.

I only dye wool when I can hang the pieces outside to dry so, after a long winter, today seemed like the perfect day to get the dye pot out.  Don't let the snow on the ground fool you.  It's really quite balmy out there right now!

I mixed green, maize and canary yellow (in no particular order) until I got a green that I liked - added a few drops of rust  - and left the wool bunched up and unstirred in the pot so it would come out with a mottled effect that will be perfect for grasses, leaves etc.  I'm happy with the results!

Rug Hooked Chair Pad

This design was inspired by an heirloom design, and - unlike my more primitive designs -  it's a bit of a departure for me.  The lovely floral bouquet against a cheery yellow background would look especially lovely in a sunroom, or on a big comfy chair in a baby's room!

Rug Hooked Chair Pad
Wool Yarn hooked on Burlap
Measures 14" in diameter
$80
Available by contacting me at rdyer@nexicom.net

Rug Hooked Hot Pad

Another hint of the coming spring? The delicate periwinkle flowers on this piece were hooked with pure wool blue heather yarn on burlap.

Rug Hooked Hot Pad
Measures 8 3/4" x 8 3/4"
$38
Available by contacting me at rdyer@nexicom.net
SOLD

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The Promise of Spring!

This happy little rug hooked bunny would be a sweet addition to a  nursery or child's room!  The diminutive wall hanging was hooked with wool yarn on burlap.

Rug Hooked Bunny Wall Hanging
Measures 8 1/2" x 7 1/2"
$40
Available by contacting me at rdyer@nexicom.net

Rug Hooked Hot Pad

This hot pad, like many I've done in the past, is designed to use up the leftover strands of wool from other projects. This design, traditionally called 'hit and miss' is misleading.  To end up with a well-balanced design - both in colour and texture - takes a critical eye and some careful colour planning.  In the end, though, it is a great way to bust that stash!

Rug Hooked Hot Pad
Measures 8 1/4" x 8"
$38
Available by contacting me at rdyer@nexicom.net

Rug Hooked Hot Pad

The primitive floral design on this hot pad was hooked entirely with recycled wool fabric on burlap.  Cheerful and colourful, this little piece would definitely add a hint of summer to your kitchen or dining table.

Rug Hooked Hot Pad
Measures 8 1/2" x 9"
$40
Available by contacting me at rdyer@nexicom.net
SOLD

Rug Hooked Hot Pad

This charming chick was hooked using recycled wool fabric on burlap; the background was done in oatmeal coloured pure wool yarns - and would make a great and useful addition to any cottage or country kitchen!

Rug Hooked Hot Pad
Measures 8 1/2" x 9"
$40
Available by contacting me at rdyer@nexicom.net
SOLD

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Rug Hooked Chair Pad

After a few weeks' hiatus for the Christmas season, I'm so glad to be back together with the Wednesday group of rug hookers based in Lakefield.  It's such an interesting and eclectic group of women (and one man!) and while we all lead such different lives, we share a very special bond that's grown strong over the years.  This is a piece that I finished yesterday over coffee, muffins and great conversation.

I love the rich dramatic tones of grays and blacks against the textured black and red background of the chair pad.  Hooked in the primitive tradition, I used recycled wool strips on a burlap backing.

Rug Hooked Chair Pad
Measures approx. 12 1/2" in diameter
$65
Available by contacting me at rdyer@nexicom.net
SOLD

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Rug Hooked Chair Pad

How about some colourful flowers to brighten up this cold winter season!?  The design of this chair pad was hooked using strips of wool fabric; the background was hooked with oatmeal coloured hand-spun yarn - all on burlap.

Rug Hooked Chair Pad
Measures approx. 12 1/2" in diameter
$65
Available by contacting me at rdyer@nexicom.net
SOLD

Rug Hooked Hot Pad

Made from recycled wool cloth hooked on burlap, my rug hooked hot pads are both colourful and durable.

Rug Hooked Hot Pad
Measures approx. 8 1/2" x 8 1/2"
$38
NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Rug Hooked Hot Pad

This rug hooked hot pad would make a great last minute Christmas gift - or maybe a great housewarming gift?

Rug Hooked Hot Pad
Measures approx. 9 1/2" x 9"
$40
NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Rug Hooked Chair Pad

This little chair pad was hooked using hand spun, hand dyed wool yarn on burlap.  Wouldn't he add a whimsical touch to any room!?

Rug Hooked Chair Pad
Measures 12 1/2" in diameter
$65
available by contacting me at rdyer@nexicom.net
SOLD

Rug Hooked Chair Pad

This rug hooked "bird on a berry branch" chair pad was hooked with handspun, hand-dyed wool yarns - all in soft muted tones, but with just a pop of colour in the red berries!

Rug Hooked Chair Pad
"Bird on a Berry Branch"
Measures approx. 13" in diameter
Available by contacting me at rdyer@nexicom.net
$65
SOLD

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