Fiber Arts
Rug Hooking: Learning and Perfecting the Basics
Learn the history and techniques of rug hooking and, working with wool, complete a rug-hooked art piece.
Member$165.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Guest$205.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Tuition Assistance and Other Policies
Meeting Times
- Mon, 2/23/2026 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Mon, 3/9/2026 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Mon, 2/23/2026 - Mon, 3/9/2026
About
You'll get an overview of traditional rug-hooking history and hear about different types of hooks, backings, frames, fibers, and cutters.
After a short demonstration of hooking techniques, you'll get assistance to hook a small 5 foot by 7 foot mat from a kit containing linen backing, hand-dyed wool strips and a hook. Different fibers will be available to use in honoring the history of recycling when it comes to traditional rug-hooking roots in the Northeast Canadian provinces and New England states.
Several different simple finishing options will be demonstrated, as will the transfer of a pattern to backing. You'll gain the basic knowledge of traditional rug hooking.
Materials
- A $70 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers a hoop, pattern on linen backing, cut wool strips, and a beginner hook.
- You need to bring embroidery scissors.
Class Policies
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy.
- Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Fill out the Accommodation Request Form before any class for which you require an accommodation. Email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org if you have any questions.
- Sensory Statement: Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. BARN is not an allergen-free facility. If you have concerns, please email info@bainbridgebarn.org.
Instructors or Guides
Michele Wise
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