Design Basics for Rug Hookers

"Brilliant ... a go-to guide for my students. Congratulations on a job very well done." --Wendie Scott Davis, teacher and fiber artist

"I am enchanted with the entire book." --Katie Simonson, rug hooker


"[This book] has to become one of the greatest tools in designing a piece. The information is priceless." --Francine Even, textile artist


"Fresh ideas so clearly presented." --Tracey Gillman, ATHA Biennial organizer


Design elements every rug hooker should know

How to develop an appealing design

Lessons on color and contrast, balance and movement

Texture and patterning as design tools

Free pattern pullout

Rug gallery