Handmade antique American hooked rug in pictorial design.

Hooked rugs are decorative fabrics made in a special hooking technique. Loops of yarn or fabric are pulled through a stiff woven base such as burlap, linen or rug warp. The tool used for that process is a crotchet-type hook mounted on a handle for leverage. Hooked rugs are fruits of a domestic craft that have transformed into a veritable art form.

Rag rugs are made by tying together clippings of fabric or yarn using one of many techniques. The craft most probably developed as soon as people started manufacturing textiles. However, the first documented mentions about it come from The End of the 18th Century , From a humble occupation , rug making has evolved to a popular hobby and prestigious art .

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• Size matters: Make sure your rug fits the seating area all furniture legs should rest on it or at least the front legs.
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• Material: For high-traffic areas, choose durable materials like wool or synthetic fibers.
• Texture: Plush rugs add warmth, while flat-weave rugs are easier to maintain.

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