Rug-hooking tools and materials summarized and explained

Step-by-step instructions and photos show in detail how to hook

Tips to help you develop and refine your skills

Recommended by RUG HOOKING Magazine

From its humble beginnings—a bent nail, burlap feed bag, pair of scissors, and the good parts of worn-out wool clothing were the original tools—rug hooking has developed into a fine art form that allows crafters to create beautiful, complex designs with an array of high-tech tools. Basic Rug Hooking distills the essential tools and techniques of this popular traditional craft and walks the reader through 5 rug-hooking projects, including a table mat, a project suitable for framing, and wearable pins, as well as traditional rugs.