Terri show you how to make a beautiful latch hook rug using a kit by herrschner s.
How to finish off a latch hook rug.
Thread your tapestry needle with sturdy yarn or thread.
Supplies your nearly finished latch hook with 1 of empty rug canvas on all sides sturdy scissors tapestry needle yarn or strong thread.
Finishing a latch hook rug helps to ensure the rug holds up to the test of time and it requires little more than rug binding and a sewing machine.
Supplies needed to make a latch hook rug latch hook tool gridded latch hook rug canvas yarn yarn needle rug backing see options below if you ve never hooked a rug before you might want some details on the tools you ll need to gather.
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For the mitered joint fold back the sashing to create a 45 degree seam and hand stitch together trim any excess sashing.
Basic latch hook finishing.
3 tie off the yarn with a double overhand knot when you get to the open front end.
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For the butt joint cut off any excess sashing fabric.
That should leave about 1 2 inch of the canvas grid on all sides.
Pull the yarn through each hole in the canvas with the latch hook first to one side then to the other.
A completed latch hook project often becomes either a rug or a pillow.
For both the proper finish will prevent fraying and preserve your handmade latch hook piece.
To complete the pillow lay the backing fabric right sides together over your hooking.
Choose one of these options for finishing your project and look forward to years of use and enjoyment.