Finishing Techniques

At the Spring 2012 Guild Meeting, several members of the Hinesburg Hookers presented their techniques for finishing rugs.  There are many ways to finish your "masterpiece".   We hope you find the following information helpful.  Thanks to those who submitted examples.

Finishing Finesse
You've finished your rug.  Now is the time to prepare it for your finished edge.

Roll Forward with Whipped Edge
Finishing with a traditional whipped edge.

Finishing an Irregular Edge
Technique for finishing rugs with an irregular edge.

Framing your masterpiece
Displaying your rug with a frame.

Finish Rugs With Fabric Welt
Finishing your rug with fabric welt

 
 

Green Mountain Rug Hooking Guild is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization dedicated to educating the public about the fine art of rug hooking.  For more information CLICK HERE to contact our Guild President Kathy Sweeten.  Mail:  GMRHG, c/o Kathy Sweeten, 50 Prospect Parkway, Burlington, VT  05401.

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