Hooked Rugs

Hooked Rugs by William C Ketchum. Published by Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, New York, NY, 1976. 1st Stated Edition 2nd Printing. Hardbound, Paper DJ. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Fine in Torn & Taped DJ. 166 Pgs. LCCN 76-13880. A Historical and Collectors Guide; How To Make Your Own. Intro by Bruce Johnson, Director, Museum of American Folk Art; Photos by John Garetti; Drawings by Gary Tong; and Ruggery Section by Richard Flynn. The first section is devoted to understanding the original craft and its craftsmen. For the collector or investor who is looking for rugs that provide both lasting beauty and a financial investment, it is an invaluable reference. The story of the rug: how it developed, how it is different from other floor coverings, and how it was made in country homes. Section two, with the pictures, captions, and clear directions, you can make your own heirloom-heritage rug. Learn how to use wool yarn or materials in your own home; how to duplicate historical patterns; how to produce a rug without frames or special equipment; how to dye materials for an expensive custom-made effect; and how to display and use your own creation. Description text copyright 2012 www.BooksForComfort.net. Item ID 26675.