
Home Sweet Home
Dot Dot Dash
Young Modern
Biarritz
The New Granny
Provincial
Happy the Clown
Country Home
Cliff Dweller
Regimental Stripes
This practical manual shows crocheters how to turn yarn into durable, decorative floor pieces that bring a welcoming feel to any room. Each project starts with exact dimensions, a simple list of yarns, hook size, and a clear chain foundation, so you can begin without hesitation. Three main designs—striped, dotted‑dash, and a textured waffle stitch—are presented in vibrant palettes from bold reds and blacks to calming greens and pastels. Step‑by‑step instructions and line drawings walk you through weaving fringe, alternating colors, and shaping the geometric patterns.
The patterns are organized for both beginners and seasoned stitchers, breaking the work into manageable rows that build confidence as you go. Finished rugs serve as striking centerpieces in living rooms, hallways, or cozy nooks, offering a personalized alternative to mass‑produced mats. By the close of the book you’ll feel comfortable mixing textures and hues, ready to design your own custom floor art.
Language
en
Duration
~39 minutes (37K characters)
Series
Star Rug Book No. 106
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Lisa Corcoran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2019-09-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

A vintage American craft brand with a long history in knitting and crochet, best known for publishing practical pattern books and needlework guides. Its name became familiar to generations of makers through accessible designs and instruction-focused publications.
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