Practical Support & Creative Inspiration

Old Friends Woolens provides practical support & creative inspiration for rug hooking enthusiasts of all skill & experience levels. I strive to provide engaging & insightful tips and tools. I love to teach, talk and imagine possibilities of what we can hook together to capture a moment worth remembering in a rug. I am passionate about all aspects of teaching, color planning and designing rugs for a personalized finished rug.

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rug pattern design

Rug patterns are available for sale in the online store. Have a custom pattern in mind? Contact me here.

Hand Dyed Wool

Over-dyed woolens in every hue. Visit my events page to check out our upcoming vending engagements or check out the online store for additional listings.

Classes

Classes provide a creatively stimulating space for people of all skill & interest levels.

I love to teach beginner rug hooking, dye techniques, wide cut shading, open classes and creating your own designs. Let’s talk about it. Message me for more information.

Inspired by a family legacy to create my own.

It all started with my grandmother's rug. I inherited a simple, oval shaped piece she made for her home. I soon learned that the craft tied together the elements of design I enjoy most: color, texture, form & style. These elements have always interested me, and rug hooking ties them all together into a craft that produces pieces of art that will last for generations to come. Rug hooking, and the design process it involves, provides an outlet of creative expression and a chance to experiment with the creative process. I really just want to capture a glimpse of beauty to pass down to others. Painting with wool, figuring out how to do it and to have fun exploring color and texture, is what I’m striving for. I love to help others create their rugs with their vision.