A few weeks ago I showed you some red striped fabric being auditioned for binding the antique adaptation. The bright reds and white just didn't suit me so went for the darker red and cream stripe on the shelf.
I ripped 4 1/2 inch strips, sewed them together folded in half, ironed them then did a 1/4 inch stitch down the length.
Next task was to hand stitch it close to the last row of hooking. If I'd planned in advance I would have machine stitched along the edge before hooking to make life easier. Guess I was in a hurry to start hooking the rug and lost focus.
Below you can see what the edge will look like when on the floor, table or chest. I didn't want a whipped edge as I wanted the authenticity of the antique to show and the rows were hooked to the edge.
This is what the back will look like. But it will need the other edge attached, a final pressing before it is completed...oh, and have the label attached. In case you'd like to see the original antique here it is below. Star hearts, an Amish hooked rug and collection of Penny Young dated 1920-30.
Weather was quite mild today but since I live under a rain cloud there will be more rain tomorrow. Am sure I'll find something to entertain myself tho. Happy hooking.
Saundra
