The first photo is the original antique Canadian rug hooked late 19th or early 20th century. Notice all the different blocks of color there are in the background. I think that makes the rug more interesting. I'm going to attempt to get close but don't plan on any dyeing or buying to get those exact colors. I'll use something from my stash and just 'make do'. Which means my colors won't be spot on.
All I can say is mine looks pale in comparison to the rich colors of the original. Oh well. Good thing I'll be taking my time on this project because there's nothing interesting in queue for the next one. Or I'll be reduced to identifying the salvaged photos on the flash drive and trolling thru those.
OH, recently I saw someone's adaptation of this antique and she did a magnificent job on it. Wish now I'd saved a photo of her work and her name. Happy hooking everyone and hope you are warm.
Saundra
