Now that enough rugs have been hooked to fill up a full page of labels I've printed them out and have begun sewing them onto the rugs. Those last two rugs needed to fill the page were Magdalena's Animal Parade, presently being bound, and Animals Great and Small presently on my frame.
Today I sewed on 4 of the 6 labels to the proper rugs (below) and the other 2 labels await their turn. FYI, for those antique adaptations I hook, the photo on the label would be the original antique rug from which my rug was hooked. You can see how I do my labels by reading about it on a previous blog post HERE.
As I used my last printer page from the 10-pack will need to order more once I've gotten close to another 6 rugs hooked to fill a page.
Also patched that too short binding tape on Animal Parade and even tho it's on the backside it was still frustrating that it came up just a smidgen short. Yet, a quarter inch or a foot short, would have prompted the same frustration. I'll be sure to steam my rugs before measuring out binding tape next time.
Won't have that problem when binding Animals Great and Small as that one will be whipped with yarn from Ali Strebel. I do various binding styles depending on the rug, the border style and colors. You can see some different styles in the first photo.
Happy hooking.
Saundra
Your labels are THE BEST!
ReplyDeleteLauren ~ Rugs and Pugs
I have read how many of you saying you really dislike the binding part of hooking but boy, it sure does frame a piece beautifully . Your method of labeling your adaptations is a nice way to honor the original and keep its history known
ReplyDeleteI love your labels, It makes the rugs more special. Good job on getting the labels sewed on the rugs.
ReplyDeleteI did the same as you once and had to sew a little patch on the binding.
Hugs,
Julia
Great labels you make,,,a busy time finishing, ELAINE 🏠💗
ReplyDeleteYou have been busy .....your labels are great .
ReplyDeleteI love your labels. And, I love seeing several rugs together in one picture. They sure are beautiful works of art!
ReplyDeleteI really like Animal Parade and Bird on Stump. I love binging on your posts to catch up as my DH has health problems and don't move around very well so I can't read as posted. Been reading for years just wanted you to know still reading! Kellie from Indiana
ReplyDeleteKellie, thank you so much for reaching out and am happy if I can provide a little brief enjoyment during you day. Bless you. Saundra
DeleteAlways loved how you label your rugs. All of your rugs are just a joy to see. Janice
ReplyDeleteI need to do better about putting a label on my rugs. You always remind me how much I slack off.
ReplyDeleteCathy
Those labels are really nice. A perfect final touch.
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