RED!!

Both of these vivid red rag rugs were made using the locker hook technique.  It's a technique very similar to traditional rug hooking, but the loops are literally locked into place by a thread that runs through every row of loops.  They are extremely hardy and heavy-weight rugs, easy to maintain, great for both low and high traffic areas. ( FYI: the second rug, in red and pops of lime, was photographed at the very fabulous East of Eden Antiques in Woodview, Ontario)

Safe delivery in Peterborough/Lakefield area; or curbside pickup at my Lakefield studio.  (I'm always happy to drop my pieces by for a "look-see" to ensure they work well in your space).

                                                          SOLD

Locker hooked rag rug
Measures 36" x 24"
$220

Locker hooked rag rug
Measures 32" x 33"
$300

Fresh colours for spring

Blue and sunny yellow rag rug runner - great for bathroom, kitchen, bedside!   And, happy accident, this paper collage (mounted on board, and varnished for durability) just happens to go perfectly with the rug.
Safe delivery; or curbside pickup at my Lakefield studio.  Contact me by text 705-654-3044 or on Coral Door Studio FB page.

Rag Rug Runner
Measures 41" x 26"
$95

Paper Collage
Measures 34" x 15"
$75
SOLD

Springtime Worthy Rag Rugs

Add a touch of springtime colour to any room with a handmade rag rug.  Using only recycled materials, these rugs are extremely durable and easy to care for, making them especially great for high traffic areas.  I'm happy to arrange safe drop off in the Peterborough/Lakefield area; or curbside pick up at my Lakefield studio.  Text 705-654-3044 or message me on Coral Door Studio FB page.

Pale blues - Measures 28" diameter; $90
Deep blues with lime - Measures 30" diameter: $100

Rag Rug Runner

Recently finished, this rag rug is the perfect length for hallways, bedside, kitchen ... Easy maintenance; and so durable!   Shades of soft creamy yellow and greens with a hit of navy blue.  I'm happy to provide safe delivery or pick up.  Contact: rdyer@nexicom.net or text at 705.654.3044.

4.5 ft. long x 2 ft. wide
$150

Time for a Giveaway!

I've been using this quiet time to do some stash busting of my oodles of yarns.  This is the first of what may end up being several colourful lapghans (a small afghan/throw) - and I thought it would be fun to have a giveaway.  If you're interested, just comment on the post and I'll add your name for a random draw to take place on Monday.  Since it will be a curbside drop-off or pick-up, I'm sorry I'll have restrict this to Peterborough/Lakefield area friends.

Negative space paintings

Two more paintings - recently completed.  Again, the paintings are created finding interesting shapes on a splattered canvas, and then painting out the background.  I especially love the colour combinations in these pieces.

8" x 10"acrylic on wood panel/ready to hang

8" x 8"acrylic on wood panel/ready to hang

Rag Rugs

Needless to say, I've had a little extra time on my hands lately.  In preparation for market season, and the day I can open my studio to the public again, I've continued "production" on several more rag rugs.  These are runners - in varying widths and lengths. Durable, washable, perfect for low- and high-traffic areas. If any strike your fancy, please feel free to contact me (rdyer@nexicom.net) or via Facebook for measurements and prices.  Still happy to do business on the front porch!

New paintings

In this time of isolation, I am so grateful for my bright, sunny studio where  I've been wheeling my chair back and forth between my rug making table and my painting table  My studio continues to be open by appointment - and, FYI, business can be conducted on the front porch!  (Just joining the ranks of several Lakefield and area businesses that have launched front-porch business for their customers.)

In the meantime, here are some of the negative space paintings I've been working on lately.  I love the challenge of finding interesting shapes and patterns on the splattered canvas and painting out the background to highlight these patterns.

8" x 8"
acrylic on wood panel
SOLD

8" x 10"
acrylic on wood panel
SOLD

8" x 8"
acrylic on wood panel

8" x 8"
acrylic on wood panel

New painting

I've decided to bite the bullet and start posting some of my paintings.    The process is a form of negative painting - and, as anyone who knows me and my rather "persnickety" attention to detail -   it's really helping me to loosen up in my work.  This piece is acrylic on 12" x 12" wood canvas.

My creative journey

My posts have been few and far between this year.  As I continue, and enjoy, making my rag rugs in anticipation of market season, I finally answered a call that's been tapping me on the shoulder for a few years now.  Many moons ago, I loved to paint - mostly watercolours - but that was put aside when I entered the working world.  I finally got my paints out again; and have been happily painting (this time with acrylics) for several months now.  My work is not realistic; but representative; and I'm going about creating the images using a negative painting approach.  Thrilled to say I just sold this piece!