The holidays are coming and it’s time to start thinking about gifts and keeping the children occupied while they are home on school break or traveling in the car. Why not share your love of rugmaking by creating a customized rug kit for them?

Latch hook rug canvas can be purchased in a variety of sizes. 3.75 Graph ‘N Latch Rug Canvas made by M.C.G. Textiles works well and can be found in most craft or sewing stores. Can’t find a canvas large enough? Two or more canvases can be joined together to get the size needed.

Instructions for crocheting a rug using plastic bags.

Instructions for sewing a diagonal and straight join. Sewing can be done with or without a sewing machine, using matching thread.

Instructions for joining fabric strips - No sewing required!

Did you know that one of the leading causes of injuries at home is falling or tripping? Here are a few inexpensive options to help keep your rugs in place to prevent slips and falls.