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That is very pretty! They sell them like that really cheap in Thailand....small doormat sizes worked out about 75p! Going in October, might bring a few back for our van! They look like the fabric is laid flat in strips then a big sewing machine used to stitch the fabric in place. Should have looked closer.
 
Ooh you might find some real bargains there! The one I have is Indian made I think... the description of similar ones calls it Chindi style. I've had it for a few years now and it gets shoved in the washing machine at the end of every trip, so it's lasting really well. I found a closer view of a different one that looks like the same construction. I'm fairly sure they're done on a loom but it could be reproduced by hand by stitching down the length of the rug, over and under each strip. The thread would need to be really tough... more like fine string. Anyway, here's the close-up... sorry it's a bit big!


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Does look very even. Seen others that are more obviously hand done probably would be less resilient. We made one of those wool readicut rugs when we were engaged. It was a "leftover" kit where just got skeins of colours and made own pattern. We sat each end and made stripes working into the middle. Sounds alternately boring and romantic but I think we kept my mum happy as she thought that was what we were doing on our own in the other room!:ROFLMAO: Anyway we did finish it and still have it in portugal 46 yrs on!! Very hard wearing!
 
fancy a rag rug with the MH picture on it...........or WC logo........now that would look good..........

the picture of your rug jennie does look as tho it is machine produced.........looks too even and perfect.....looks very nice and as you say light and easy laundered...........very practical...........looks good
 
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Ooh you might find some real bargains there! The one I have is Indian made I think... the description of similar ones calls it Chindi style. I've had it for a few years now and it gets shoved in the washing machine at the end of every trip, so it's lasting really well. I found a closer view of a different one that looks like the same construction. I'm fairly sure they're done on a loom but it could be reproduced by hand by stitching down the length of the rug, over and under each strip. The thread would need to be really tough... more like fine string. Anyway, here's the close-up... sorry it's a bit big!


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Jennie I saw some videos on YouTube about the rag/proggy mat making..but don’t know how to post them!.. haha that looks lovely there s a one on YouTube where you can put a pattern on it
 
trixie88 said:
fancy a rag rug with the MH picture on it...........or WC logo........now that would look good..........

the picture of your rug jennie does look as tho it is machine produced.........looks too even and perfect.....looks very nice and as you say light and easy laundered...........very practical...........looks good
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To be honest, it's not especially light Trixie... it's actually quite heavy considering it's all cotton and it weighs a ton when it's wet! Probably still lighter than a carpet-type runner though. Ruth, you really made me chuckle picturing your Mum keeping an eye on her innocent daughter... and to think they said it would never last :ROFLMAO: I'm positive I've still got my readicut somewhere because I would never have thrown it out... possibly fallen foul of moths in the loft though because I haven't seen it for ages :unsure:

Really drizzly, dull old day here, so no encouragement to stay out and about. I did meet my friend for lunch at a country pub but didn't run any of the errands I'd planned on the way back because I just wanted to get out of the wet. Might have to face the town tomorrow now - a Saturday! :eek:
 
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First row of beetroot seeds in (y). Since head of weight reduction started Slimming World we've eaten tons of the stuff; pickled, boiled, roasted and shredded raw on salads (don't tell 'er but I quite enjoy it ;))
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Hmmm :unsure:is your secret safe though Chris?? :devilish::sneaky:
 
morning all.........im late up again today about 10am it was this morning before i made a move.......weather did nt give forth any inspiration for me to get a move on..........
may have to put heating on today if this damp weather keeps up.....
 
Don't worry Trixie - I clocked you in;)
We have to keep the heating on 21 degrees all the while for Mum, so it's good to get out working in the garage and cool down a bit:)
 
Afternoon campers well since the weather is awful we and I use that term loosely...haha ?decided to sort one of the bedrooms out (toys) well at the finish I think we put most of it back only tidy until the grandkids come again ?:sneaky:
 
Very productive day yesterday! Dave has built shelves and part painted our holiday home bedroom ( one wall not done as having a new window after trip to Europe!) . I found a pair of lilac curtains in a charity shop, cut them down to make a new set, made a window valance, covered the headboard and a bedroom stool. Feeling quite pleased with myself....spent £1.75!! Oh and I reorganised the clothes storage to take advantage of the shelves :giggle:
 
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glday to you all.......see someones been a busy bee......60 min makeover for b.room.......thats what i like.

yorkslass...sue...saw a post that you were out and about in the van........enjooy......hope you are in a sheltered position and the strong winds are not causing you any worries........enjoy.
all enjoy the day........dont know what i shall be doing...if anything.....no motivtion at the moment.....sneeze, sneeze, sneeze.
 
I always worry about those 60 minute makeovers! Have the feeling some bits would fall down or the plaster fall off. Don't think my bedroom quite qualifies....my bit took double the time and Dave had been working for couple of days. And expenditure was slightly less:sneaky::sneaky:
Look after that cold Trixie!
 
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I always worry about those 60 minute makeovers! Have the feeling some bits would fall down or the plaster fall off. Don't think my bedroom quite qualifies....my bit took double the time and Dave had been working for couple of days. And expenditure was slightly less:sneaky::sneaky:
Look after that cold Trixie!
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lol....i think they take more than 60 mins.............some i like....some i think...OH NO......depends on your taste i suppose.
disappointed in one i saw the other dsy with linda barker......what a mismatch of furniture........i like her style..shabby chic....however this one was a big NO>NO. not her style whatsoever.........
its surprising what can be found in charity shops etc.........and having some good ideas in recycling.............
 
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