Sunday, June 24, 2012

Red

I thought a red background on my flower rug would really make it pop. So I went looking for a couple of different shades and textures. Of course I got a teeny bit carried away and ended up with a bag full of wool, yarn, slub, and a couple of different ribbons.




This is just a sample of my lack of self control. Katherine, who works at Deanne's, (aka The Mocker) was helping me pick. Even draping skeins over my neck. I think she needs to be re-named The Enabler. I don't need encouragement to over-buy rug hooking supplies. I seem to have that skill mastered :)

I'm going outside my comfort zone with this mish-mash background plan. The rain soaked weekend gave me an opportunity to get hooking.






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17 comments:

  1. Farm GirlJune 24, 2012 at 3:07 PM

    I love that red!!! I hate to think how I would overbuy if I had wool shops to shop around. Oh, my gosh, I would have to build a new room. I think you do pretty well. I can't wait to see how it looks when it is finished. I hooked a bit on my whale. I am going to be a 100 years old when I finally finish it. :)
    Have a nice day.

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  2. acorn hollowJune 24, 2012 at 3:19 PM

    Red my favorite color! I can't wait to see it!
    Today is beautiful! but I think your rain is on the way here.
    Cathy

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  3. JuliaJune 24, 2012 at 3:21 PM

    Oh it looks positively passionate enough. Now I'm really anxious to see more of it. You're such a tease showing us little snippets here and there. Hurry up, get hooking.

    I have self control because I don't have much disposable income when it comes to wool. Does buying a whole bolt of wool count as self control?
    Hugs. JB

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  4. Jen ManuellJune 24, 2012 at 3:50 PM

    The little taste is delicious - now I want to see more. Hope it rains for the rest of the day, just so that you can keep hooking and soon share a photo! :-)

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  5. TheCrankyCrowJune 24, 2012 at 4:04 PM

    Me likey!!!! What a fun background! All the different textures and shades are mesmerizing!! Can't wait to see the finale!! (And there better be a finale....) :o Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin

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  6. weaverpatJune 24, 2012 at 4:30 PM

    WOW! Love it!!!
    That should brighten a rainy day.

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  7. Larkrise garden girlJune 24, 2012 at 5:43 PM

    I think we have to be bold in rug hooking sometimes not all the great rug hookers are in the past. Your blazing the way Kim.Hugs Cheri

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  8. Primitive StarsJune 24, 2012 at 6:20 PM

    Hello, loveìn the red,I tried dyeing some wool strips in red kool-aid but didn`t turn out the deep red I wanted. Great reds,Blessings Francine.

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  9. Sassafras and WinterberryJune 24, 2012 at 7:48 PM

    Red is always wonderful! I can't wait to see what's cooking on the frame. I just started a new rug...but so far, just some egg white and pale chick yellow...not as exciting as this red!
    Hugs,
    Courtney

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  10. yayaJune 24, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    Red is one of my favorite colors so I don't think you could ever go wrong using it! You're the second blogger I've read today that was blessed with rain. We've had a bit of a dry summer although we might get a shower tonight. Have a good week and I'll look forward to the completed project!

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  11. Chatty CroneJune 24, 2012 at 8:41 PM

    Just stopping by to say hello! sandie

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  12. Rugs and PugsJune 24, 2012 at 11:36 PM

    Kim ~
    What fun! Can't wait to see more.
    I wish it would rain here...sigh.
    Hugs :)
    Lauren

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  13. Alice ~ Folk Art PrimitivesJune 25, 2012 at 8:22 AM

    LOVE IT,!

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  14. DorisJune 25, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    Kim, I love it. I have done some backgrounds that have 8 & 10 differebt fabrics in them. Ithink they are the most interesting. The reds you picked are beautiful. Keep hooking.
    Love to all,
    Doris

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  15. Taos SunflowerJune 25, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    Red looks like an excellent choice! I love mixing all the colors, too...vs. just one solid color. It gives it movement, IMHO. Keep up the good work!!!

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  16. Chicken WranglerJune 25, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    Great choice. Red is one of my fav colors. Makes me think of Geraniums, for some reason....???

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  17. From Beyond My Kitchen WindowJune 26, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    I am loving the brightness of the different shade of reds. I do like a colorful rug though.

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