How to make Amish knot Trivets/Placemats (toothbrush rag rug)- Tutorial

[@KetogenicKim]

And, this one is even easier to follow, because you're using two different colors of fabric, but you're wonderful at explaining, either way 💐👍😊

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hello again, Ketogenic Kim! Thank you so much for your lovely messages. Happy rug making 😊

[@shirguss]

The possibilities are endless! I'm going be busy this winter! bathmats from thrifted sheets, rugs for the kids from thrifted jeans, and trivets for my sister from cotton ribbon.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Brilliant!!! Handmade gifts are always the best! Have fun making all your rugs and trivets! Happy crafting! Barri-Jayne :-)

[@kathleentroost2212]

This is the best tutorial I have seen to date on this method. Going out today to get a spool of satin ribbon. I teach sewing at a treatment center for women her in MI. I hope to learn this and teach it to them. It is a great skill because you can always find old sheets etc. to make rugs from. Thank you so much!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you so much for your lovely message, Dk Troost 😊 It's not difficult to learn. The start can be a bit fidgety, but once you get pass that it's quite easy. It's so lovely to teach others new skills that we've learned ourselves. Good luck with your classes. Happy crafting 😊

[@spacemonkey8604]

I just discovered these videos and I absolutely adore them. You present in such an easy to follow, learner friendly way that makes the project seem like a stress-free treat. I love your soothing voice and could listen to you read the phone book. The Bob Ross for toothbrush rugs.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you so much, JB. Enjoy making your rug.😊 I just checked out Bob Ross and got lost in his painting and soothing voice. I'll take that compliment ☺️ Just in case you didn't know, I also have guided meditations & affirmations on my channel 🧘🏾‍♀️🧘🏻‍♀️

[@lynnegordon6749]

Hi! KZbin just had your channel on my feed. You are an excellent teacher! I can hardly wait to try this. Thanks so much!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you. Have fun making your placemats or rugs 😊

[@elliebellie7816]

Thank you for not adding a bunch of annoying music!

[@fionahaigh708]

Thank you for this excellent video, so clearly explained. The placemats made of the satin ribbon are so elegant and beautiful.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you! Enjoy making your placemats/rugs 😊

[@TheProfessorSF]

I've watched both tutorials. You do a beautiful job of presenting these! VERY clear instructions!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment, TheProfessorSF 😊 Happy crafting! Barri-Jayne

[@Dragonfly5455]

Thanks!!! As a teacher of crafts, It usually goes wrong when you try to teach someone else. .. You did great. I know women that crocheted those rugs. It is really nice to see the old crafts become popular again.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you! Enjoy making your rug 😀

[@shars.555]

You did a great job teaching us. Those are so nice. Thank you so much. ❤

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you! Enjoy making your placemats/rugs 😊

[@shars.555]

​@@BarriJayneMakes💞

[@lori1740]

You explain clearly and very nice. Your videos are so good that you could watch without sound. So a deaf person can defiantly understand this.... Well made!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you so much for your lovely message, Lori. Happy rug making! 😊

[@jennywren4290]

I Can't thank you enough for sharing. Your a great teacher!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

thank you! Enjoy making your rug ☺️

[@lesliereed1033]

Just listening to you is so calming. Thank you.

[@leschurchill804]

You can also use large paperclips as well, and just wrap them with masking tape for the toothbrush sewing tool, if you don't have any wire. Binder clips can also be used instead of putting the fabric between your knees to steady the fabric, just clip it onto a board of some sort. Ms. L. Churchill (USA)

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Yes, I sometimes use paperclips. Safety pins work quite well too, as long as you don't accidentally squeeze it open. 😁 When I've used a binder, I stck it down with blu tac, to keep it from sliding about. Thank you! Enjoy making your rug 😊

[@amethyst1826]

I came to see if anyone had mentioned these! Great minds!

[@amethyst1826]

@@BarriJayneMakes you could put some tape around the safety pin, through and out, to hold the clasp shut.

[@Alpinewild444]

Hi again! I had to watch the whole video because you are just the most wonderful teacher, thank you so much Barri-Jayne, you have really made my day, I now know just how to make one of your rugs!! Blessings and more to you! 🙏🏻🕊🌸☺️

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Aw, thank you so much! Your comment has literally made my day! Enjoy making your rug! Have a fabulous weekend 🤗💞

[@Alpinewild444]

@@BarriJayneMakes thank you dear, you too🤗!

[@aditidevendran1547]

Very clearly explained. Thank you.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Vijaya K Enjoy making your rug! 😊

[@pamelaaverill6001]

I love your tutorals you are so clear. Thanks to you I should have my first rug soon.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you for your message Pamela. I hope you enjoy making your many rugs 😊

[@زينجمر]

👍👍👍

[@زينجمر]

🙏🙏🙏👑😍😘

[@georgiewalker1069]

Barry Jane you have such clever hands. Love these. Beautiful colours. Thank you 💫🇿🇦

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you so much! Happy crafting ✂️

[@terribishop5313]

I've never seen it started this way or the way you've done the knotting. Grateful 💗 ty

[@BarriJayneMakes]

enjoy making your rug or coasters 😃

[@bonniestephens1435]

I love your instructions and soft voice, I 'm hoping to make a small rag rug soon.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you for message. Enjoy making your rug! 😊

[@phillisshaver6416]

you are a very good teacher.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you very much, phillis! Happy crafting! 😊 Barri-Jayne

[@connbach50b]

I got it! I am so excited! I was not reshaping the loops as I was going. Thanks for the inspiration! I can't wait to make more!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Well I'm glad you got there in the end 😊 I'd love to see your finished work. Happy rug making!

[@anon424]

Thank you so much for your tutorials. You encouraged me to try to make a rug out of a whole bunch of old pantyhose and stockings instead of tossing them out. I decided to go with the oval shape you showed in one of your other videos and so far it's worked quite well. I can't wait until it's finished and I can start using it!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

oh my goodness, now you've inspired me! What a fabulous idea! Glad your rug is going well! Would love to see a photo when you're finished. Happy rug making 😁

[@anon424]

@@BarriJayneMakes I got inspired and made a few more rugs and wrote up a tutorial on tumblr linking to your main rug making video and showing pictures of three of the rugs I made. It's here penguinsweaters.tumblr.com/post/614660407919067136/how-to-make-a-rug let me know if you'd rather I don't link to your tutorial, I can redo the post.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

anon424 How wonderful, they all look so amazing!!! Thank you for sharing my tutorial. I've now got a bagful of old tights/pantyhose to make a start. I've also got loads of odd socks, which I'll cut into circle strips from top to toes, then I'll join them together to create one long strip. Thanks again for sharing! Stay safe! 😊

[@BarriJayneMakes]

I also love that you used plastic bags. Such a great recycling idea! A few years ago I would've had loads, but I rarely buy them now. 😊

[@lisasmith3981]

Thank you you explained that sowell i have watched other videos thats really confused me but your video make it so clear

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Enjoy making your rug 😊

[@sjhil5860]

I’m loving this videos!! Trying out new crafts to occupy my mind after some tough times and these rugs are becoming just the trick! Thanks for the wonderful tutorials 🍀💕☺️

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Glad they are bringing you some calm. Enjoy making your rug 😊

[@linda1979]

Thank you!!! I have a nautical themed guest bathroom and the rope placemats are a great idea!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

linda1979 Sounds lovely! Happy nautical rug making! 😊

[@debbiez3984]

Hi BarriJayne! I've lived next to Amish country 3/4 of my life. It is pronounced Ah-mish. ;-) thank you so much for your tutorials! I can't wait to start!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you for your lovely message, Deborah! Glad you like the tutorials. Happy crafting! 😊 Barri-Jayne

[@SobiaMM]

Hi BarreyJane. Thanks so much for making these videos. I’m going to follow your lead and make some Amish rugs for us.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hello Sylvia, thank you for your message! Glad you like them. Enjoy making your rugs! 😊

[@beautiful3385]

So beautiful you make Nice hand made

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you Discovery World Happy rug making! 😊

[@bettytarver2441]

As I continued to word on my rug it began to lay flat. Thanks again for tutorial. I am very pleased with my creation thanks to you.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Yay, I'm really glad that it's going well! Enjoy! 👍🏾😊

[@annelielevrau9302]

I am so inspired. Wil try to make a basket using this method. I hope it will work out well.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

I'm sure it will work just beautifully 😊

[@gabrielagrestethethird277]

Very cool 👍

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Enjoy making your placemat/rug 😊

[@donnadechellis842]

Barri-Jayne, you do beautiful work...I hope to be able to make a nice placemat..thank you for the clear tutorial..Dana

[@BarriJayneMakes]

You'll definitely be able to make some lovely placemats, Donna! Enjoy! 😊

[@a6ftblond88]

Very nice! I love the idea of using jeans and other materials. Now, if only I had more time in a day to create everything I want to make! Lol

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hi Becca, thanks for your comment. I love trying out different fabrics. There's so many ideas jumping around my head, I'd definitely need at least a year to get them out... but then they'll only be replaced by new ones :-) Barri-Jayne x

[@parvatirohila4105]

This is just awesome. ..thank u for sharing this

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you, Parvati Happy crafting! 😊

[@sujatastips8928]

Very nice idea .love it .👌👌👌❤❤❤

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you, sujata! Happy crafting 😊

[@gandhimathysenthilkumar7769]

Very useful tutorial. Thank you

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Happy rug making, Gandhimathy Senthilkumar 😊

[@HomeCentsWithNell]

Great craft and love your channel!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@jeepershomestead5295]

You make it look so easy. I have a hard time of keeping my loops and finding them by the time I get back around OR they are so big that its a mess. I will keep at it though. Thank you for an awesome video!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Do keep at it. It will get easier as you go along. Remember to keep an eye on the spacing of the gaps. Watch from 7minutes. If gaps are too big, just add an extra knot. You will get there! 😊

[@jeepershomestead5295]

Barrina Jayne Mills thank you! 😊

[@hellenic.h1168]

Thanku for sharing I really luv the silky placemats n the soft denim 1. So many ideas Thanku luv em all:)):)):))

[@BarriJayneMakes]

You're very welcome, Hellenic, glad you like. Happy crafting! Barri-Jayne :-)

[@janhulse9518]

you have such a lovely voice.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Jan Hulse thank you so much! 😊

[@chutzpah5603]

Barri-Jayne I just love your pleasantly proper speech. I don't know if I should call it an accent or dialect or whatever but I find it very pleasing and easy to listen to. I was wondering where you were from. Also I have no idea how you remember where you're going with all those confusing little knots but you make beautiful things. You are blessed with patience as well.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Banana Bread Hello there, thank you for your lovely message! I was born in Jamaica and have lived in London, England most of my life. The knots do look a little confusing but it is quite easy. The trickiest part is the start, which can be a bit fiddly but once you've created a couple of rounds it does become easier and it's just repetition. Hopefully you'll be able to give it a try one day. Take good care of you! 😄

[@amethyst1826]

Aha! I was thinking London or nearby! Yes, you do have a very pleasant voice but I'm pleased you're giving tutorials, so I'm watching as well as listening, and not telling stories or I'd be fast asleep already!!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

@@amethyst1826 Thank you! Hope you enjoyed making your rug 😊

[@Friegilm]

Very clear instructions, wish I had known about your tutorial when I was trying to learn.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you! Enjoy making your rug, Friegilm! 😊

[@JULIE-eo6lg]

Just saw your channel- love it!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Fabulous! Enjoy 😊

[@CraftwithPriya]

Beautiful 🙏

[@CraftwithPriya]

My youtube doormat

[@punahzerowaste]

Thank you so much. My question was answered at min 13:40. My firat attempt turned into a bowl shape instead of a placemat . Haha. Will try another now.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Glad you found the answer. Happy rug making 😊

[@jenniferstewart9012]

Love your color choices

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you 😊

[@lyannamahmud509]

It is a such an inspiration Tq so much for tutorials,,, may god bless you BTW I will surely make one after this ☮️✌💖

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you for your lovely message! Enjoy making your rug! 😊

[@jayasreegoparaju2394]

Very beautiful.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you very much Jayasree 😊

[@nancylee4027]

Thank you. You do great video and will have to try.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you and definitely give it a go, Nancy! 😊

[@janetteyssy5721]

I’m finding it so soothing to just watch you make these! I wonder if there would be a method to take these smaller circles and knot them together to make a bedspread...

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you for your message. I'm sure you'd be able to make a bedspread out of the small circles and I bet it would look so amazing! Have fun 😊

[@pamelasteinebach2743]

Thanks!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you so much, Pamela 🙏🏾 Greatly appreciated 💫

[@patphares6258]

Oh so great! Thank you….❤

[@BarriJayneMakes]

@@patphares6258 Enjoy 😊

[@montazali9748]

Very nice idea.. I just love it

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you Montaz Ali Happy rug making 😊

[@Edangiolino]

The ribbon ones are so nice. Sometimes I find sari material in the charity shop really cheap, hey would be good for this.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you. Sari material would be lovely, the colours are so vibrant 💕

[@Edangiolino]

@@BarriJayneMakes yes and the material is so soft.

[@cgilbert9329]

You’re creative!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you loads 😊

[@pianophoin7875]

Thank you i am from algeria

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Enjoy making your rug! 💛

[@kathysunshine699]

I am making my needle out of a small broken, plastic spatula from the dollar store,(has a hole for hanging on the handle) .....the darn rubbery end will not stay on..... so there you go a dollar well spent after all!😉👍

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Kathy Sunshine Fabulous! love finding ways to repurpose broken/unwanted items. 😊

[@merabalaji6665]

Tkq barri very clear i will try

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hope you enjoy making your rug, Mera 😊

[@merabalaji6665]

Barri-Jayne Makes i will try in small circle tkq

[@نورسالجنوب-ذ1ي]

جميل جداااااااااا 🌷🌷🌷

[@elizabethramos9231]

Buenos dias muchas gracias por compartir pero serias tan amable de explicarme los aumentos Dios te bendiga

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hello, This part of another tutorial might help you out. I hope it helps 😊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXSYaoCnlsqXga8si=BbRuRXlZPp_35XCN&t=500

[@michelemyankazt6657]

you can also use a large safety pin as your needle too.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

HI, Michele, that's just what I've used on occasions :-) It's amazing the things you can use, without spending a penny! :-) Happy crafting! Barri-Jayne

[@lyssamedana2224]

I was wondering about using a very large wool/darning needle as some of them come in massive sizes. Do you think that would be okay? Btw I thought the video was awesome, lovely and clear. Look forward to seeing more

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hi Lyssa, great idea! I would definitely give it a try, no harm in that 😊 Thank you for your lovely comment and happy crafting! Barri-Jayne

[@claudetedepaula904]

Agora sim um vídeo muito bem explicado excelente amei

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Muito obrigado. Thank you! Happy rug making 😊

[@mariadaconceicaosouza5986]

Tem traduçao brasileira????

[@patriciasweet9102]

take a flat handled toothbrush and make your own needle. Cut off the part that hold the bristles just right behind that. With a dremel and sand paper attachment. Sand form the softened point of the needle. The other end use drill bit and make an oblong hole "eye" of the needle. Smooth the pointed and and the hole. Toothbrush needle. Should be about 4 1/2" long. About 15min of work. Or use a popcicle stick to make one. Had hubby make me another one for a friend.

[@longyarn4288]

Great tutorial! Nice job showing the different materials that can be used. Make sure you don't put anything hot on the plastic rope or anything made from acrylic or polyester tho, it can, and will, melt! Uh yeah, personal experience. 😟

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you for your message 😊 oh yes, those wonderful personal experiences. As long as we learn from them 🙂 happy rug making!

[@connbach50b]

Thanks for your videos. Does the project work better with cotton fabric? I am using old rayon and it doesn't seem to look as neat and tidy as your project. Thanks!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thanks for your message, Jared. I tend to use cotton/polyester mix bedding for my rugs. I wouldn't worry too much about the look/neatness of yours, just continue with it and see how it turns out. If this is your first try, view it as your practice rug. I bet it will look gorgeous when you've finished it ☺

[@Cookingwithme15]

Very very nice friend

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you very much, Sandhya 😊Happy rug making!

[@merabalaji6665]

Wow great

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you, Mera

[@CraftwithPriya]

I am Indian

[@Kayenne54]

After weaving in the ends at the finish, as you just did, could you hot glue those final little bits to the back so they don't fray out or show up again if the item gets washed?

[@BarriJayneMakes]

How did I miss your message? It could possibly make a difference. I did find that onced washed, my whole rugs had a slight frayed effect, which looked quite pretty. And I couldn't easily find where I'd ended. 😊 Hope your rug turned out well 😊

[@Kayenne54]

@@BarriJayneMakes No problems. I once got a reply from some forum 4 years later. Person said "It just appeared today!! Where did it go in the meantime?" I'd forgotten my question by then lol. Re: rug bits; Probably there was no hot glue back in the day anyway; so the "fulling" and "matting" effect of washing sorted it out anyway. Not sure hot glue would survive, after thinking about it. I just did some handsewing for larger bits, left the rest.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

@@Kayenne54 😁 hope your rug last for many years 😁

[@valclowes5901]

❤️ Some sort of permanent fabric glue would hold better in laundry than the all-purpose sticks for a glue gun. Or even a couple of hand stitches after tucking in the ends, to hold them in place if it's slippery cloth like some synthetics.

[@vonreeves17]

Really Neat!👍

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you, von! 😊 Happy crafting! Barri-Jayne

[@morenagomes7607]

Top!!

[@Kayz6449]

Love these rugs they have the cosy homemade look . Could I use a darning needle to do this?

[@BarriJayneMakes]

It's great to be able to say "I made this" 😊 Although I feel a darning needle might be too pointy to make smooth work, try out different tools and see what works best for you. And enjoy 😊

[@robinmacpherson2598]

When you are adding a second knot , is it in the same space ? When you are going around doing one knot then doing 2 is the second one in the same space ?

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Robin MacPherson Hi, yes it is in the same space. Check my other video at 10min30s kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXSYaoCnlsqXga8 Hope it helps. Happy rug making! 😊

[@shellykearney7821]

Awesome ♡

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you, Shelly 😊

[@merrycmouse]

I have a ton of skinny "strings" of fabric, all different lengths and varying widths. Many are uneven widths across. Trimmings from squaring up fabric for quilting. Do you think they would work for a project like this or would they be difficult to work with since they are rather uneven?

[@BarriJayneMakes]

I would just go with the flow and see how it goes, starting with placemats and then maybe let it grow. I think it will make a fabulous raggity rug! Have fun! 😊

[@beautiful3385]

hi how are u my birthday is coming soon you so nice thank you I like handmade talab small round might

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hello Discovery World Hope you had a wonderful birthday! Happy rug making 😊

[@beneditacarvalho1662]

Muito lindo e interessante, amo vê o que você faz, pena que não é traduzido em português, pra intender tudo😥😘❤️

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you! I hope you will eventually learn. A friend can help you? 😘☺

[@trishadeakins7445]

You mentioned pulling the spine would make it more of a bowl shape. So could you do that and make a bowl cozy?

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Yes, you can make a bowl cozy or a even a basket 😊

[@suehuber7722]

Yep, and less often 2 knots per hole

[@jennifertomka9120]

Why do some people use a running strip and others do not? I’m just getting ready to start my first one and wondering the advantage/disadvantage of the running strip. Thanks!

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hi, there are different techniques to making a rug and this is the only one I've tried. I believe the 'spine' bulks it out and helps to make the rug sturdy. Enjoy making your rug! 😁

[@soniamariafiorillo5206]

Good...Brasil.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you sonia maria 😊

[@harryjesutlieff2689]

you should do a time lapse on a big rug

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Good idea, Harry! I might just do that one day. 😊

[@bettytarver2441]

Great video, No matter what I do, adding stitches, not pulling on spine. It still wants to curl up some. Any advise?

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hi Betty, I'm not sure what to suggest now. I would normally say don't pull the spine and add more stitches, but you've obviously already done that. The only thing is to maybe start again? If I lived near I would help for sure. I can only wish you good luck. Sorry I couldn't help 🍀🤞🏾

[@suehuber7722]

Dont pull as tightly

[@sweetlady1027]

Beautiful work. God bless you in Jesus Christ wonderful name Amen, Amen.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you, sweetlady102! Enjoy making your rug 😊

[@rubinakhokhar4390]

Very very very very very nice mem I love you😘😘😘

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you so so so so much, Rubina. Happy rug making! 😊

[@nancylee4027]

I wondered can you throw in dryer partially and then layout to dry or dry completely

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hello Nancy, if you put it in the dryer, you'll have to constantly take it out to pull to shape. I recommend drying flat on a towel. 😊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4bYe5WAlJujaNk

[@fairwz8461]

Thank yuo.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

You're welcome, hanny A.A! Happy crafting!

[@nancystrand1920]

Thank you.do you crochet as well?

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hello Nancy! No I don't crochet, but it is a craft that I definitely want to learn! 😊

[@EveChan1804]

What's the proportion from spine to the working yarn to start with when I I want to only use one roll of ribbon like your satin one? I guess the knots takes about 3 times the length ?

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hello. To be honest I can't remember. It was all trial and error. I'm thinking approximately 3 metres for the spine and 12 for the working piece. It will depend on the overall length of the fabrics. Sorry, I couldn't be more specific 💫

[@EveChan1804]

@@BarriJayneMakes Thank you so much for that quick answer! It's totally fine, it was the kind of answer to the propotion I'd suggest and I am used to when I crochet :)

[@BarriJayneMakes]

@@EveChan1804 you're welcome ☺️ Hope it all goes to plan 😊

[@galasheer9606]

How long are your strands of cloth are you using? also how are you getting the cloth threw the holes with out fighting with the knots of the strains being attached together. and also when your stitching, are you weaving under or over?

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hi Gala, the length depends on the fabric you're using. Sheets allows for longer strips, therefore attaching less pieces together. The shorter the fabric, the more often you have to attach. You can trim excess fabric after tying pieces together, give an extra tug and make sure the holes aren't too tight. With the direction of the weave, I can only suggest watching it over as it starts in one direction then continues in another and I can't really explain it in writing. Try this video to see if it helps kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXSYaoCnlsqXga8 Happy rug making 😊

[@revathibhaskar8170]

Very nice Madam

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you Revathi. Happy rug making! 😊

[@Kayenne54]

Hint for finding the end / edge of the masking tape again: I cut a small bit off the end of the piece I'm using, and pop it onto the end on the roll, kind of sideways so it sticks out. I place it on the underside of the sticky masking tape, kind of stopping the tape from adhering to itself for eternity. Then to unroll a new piece of masking tape, I just pick up the unstuck bit. You don't need a huge strip, just a small one will do. (And that is exactly what happens to me if I don't add a random piece to the tape before it adheres to itself and drives me crazy...) 😉😉

[@Kayenne54]

P.S. 1:43 this has happened to me so many times and it wastes so much masking tape when it tears away like that. Hence my "tab" on the end of the tape so it won't stick down for about a 1/4 of an inch, which I can then take hold of and peel the masking tape away evenly. Hopefully.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

thanks for the tip.

[@PalemoonTwilight]

💜💜💜

[@victoriaburdett4698]

Would T-shirt yarn work or is it too stretchy?

[@BarriJayneMakes]

You can use most fabric, as long as it's washable and not likely to shrink loads. I'm quite sure you can, (please don't quote me) but I'd avoid stretching it. Maybe make a placemat and see how it goes? Have fun making your rug! 😀

[@sadhanabankar1484]

nice

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Thank you Sadhana

[@Kayenne54]

What gauge is that crafting wire please? I tried to see off your video but couldn't.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

I think I used 1mm or 1.25mm Any stiff bendable wire will work.

[@spacemonkey8604]

I unfolded a paper clip.

[@suehuber7722]

Isnt this the same as crocheting?

[@BarriJayneMakes]

I cannot crochet to save my life 😅 For me this is more like the blanket stitch 😊

[@barbra429]

Can these be made in a rectangle shape?

[@BarriJayneMakes]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/rmGkiI2trLSHrNk yes they can!

[@barbra429]

@@BarriJayneMakes Thank you

[@niccolealdrich4890]

What guage wire are you using?

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hi Niccole! I use a 1mm gauge for some needles. You can use any thickness as long as it it sturdy. Paper clips or large blunt needles work also. Happy rug making! 😊

[@DuckieR6]

1st comment! Hi

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Hi DuckieRL, have fun making your 1st placemat 😊 Barri-Jayne

[@Taylormade09]

I'm using linen and it's fraying like crazy. I think I'll try a different material.

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Sorry to hear that, Celestiallovin. I hate when that happens, sometimes it even happens with some cotton mix fabric. You will usually get some fraying, try and remove most before starting your knots. Maybe cut the linen instead of ripping so that you're not wasting the fabric. Good luck with your rug! 😊

[@BarriJayneMakes]

Also watch my oval rug video, from 9mins to see how much fraying waste I get. It can be a bit annoying, but just persevere 😊