Friday, March 22, 2013

How do you eat an elephant?

Of course, the answer to this is one bite at a time. So how do you hook your first large rug project? One strip at a time


I usually like to stick to smaller projects. The few times I've tried larger projects, I end up bored or frustrated. But I've always wanted a large "statement" type rug to hang on a wall.
I had a seed of an idea but I can't draw and designing a large rug, with lots of elements, just would never happen. So a few weeks ago I asked Deanne if she would design something for me. I gave her just a vague concept and it was ready today. I could hardly wait too see what she did.

It's perfect! And it's LARGE. I'm committed to finishing this piece but its going to take awhile. My head is spinning thinking of color planning and sorting through my stash. Eeeeeeeeeee Fun!

I was going to post a pic of the entire design ---- but what fun would that be? I think I'll tease you for awhile, piece by piece.



P.S. I'm testing the egg coddler tomorrow. I'll let you know how it goes :)

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15 comments:

  1. AndreaMarch 22, 2013 at 8:53 PM

    Hope your eggs are yummy and happy hooking!

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  2. jodyMarch 22, 2013 at 9:19 PM

    hi kim! love your egg coddler! and its going to be fun seeing bits of your rug design and the progress! enjoy your weekend!

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  3. NellieMarch 22, 2013 at 10:04 PM

    I can tell you are excited about this project! I will be anxious to see how it progresses.

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  4. yayaMarch 22, 2013 at 10:14 PM

    Good luck on this project. It reminded me of a project my Mom started when I was young. It was an elaborate crocheted blanket..very detailed and pretty...she's still working on it..well, actually she never finished it and she's almost 87 and I'm betting it's as done as it ever will be!

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  5. JuliaMarch 22, 2013 at 10:17 PM

    I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with this big rug.
    I hope that your snow is starting to melt. Here in Ottawa, we are getting some snow almost every day. It was melting a bit today and it was a nice day but we still got some flakes.
    Have a great weekend.
    JB

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  6. Rugs and PugsMarch 22, 2013 at 10:18 PM

    Kim ~
    I usually hook smaller rugs, too, but next month I am starting a large (for me) runner. I look forward to following along as you hook this rug!
    Hugs :)
    Lauren

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  7. acorn hollowMarch 22, 2013 at 10:33 PM

    oh I can't wait to see more it looks wonderful!It is funny I prefer large projects the littler ones seem to be more work.
    Cathy

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  8. Farm GirlMarch 22, 2013 at 10:33 PM

    Very nice. I can't wait to see it as you progress through it. Just the part you have shown looks wonderful. Have fun.

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  9. Cathy G.March 22, 2013 at 11:21 PM

    Wow Kim! How exciting to have a rug designed by Deanne! And a big one at that! I really look forward to following along as you hook! It looks like you have some gorgeous wool and fibers all ready to go!
    Have fun!
    Hugs!
    Cathy G

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  10. BethMarch 22, 2013 at 11:39 PM

    I will be following your progress on the rug!

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  11. Kirby CarespodiMarch 23, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Maybe I'll bring my stash up there for you to go through! (When it gets a little warmer, of course.)

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  12. AnonymousMarch 23, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    OK! This is going to be fun to watch!! Hope your eggs are great this morning. Hmm eggs sound very good right now!

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  13. Primitive StarsMarch 23, 2013 at 9:33 AM

    Hi Kim, good for you to try the big one, yikes, I have trouble hooking small.......Blessings Francine.

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  14. moosecraftMarch 23, 2013 at 9:59 AM

    Way kewl! I see flowers! This is going to be fun! Enjoy!

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  15. Larkrise garden girlMarch 23, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    Hi kim, I love the tease. Lol Cheri

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