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Primitive Quilts and Projects Magazine

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Monday, August 15, 2011

Learning to hook! (And a giveaway!)






Hi,

I'm Leah! I'm the office manager for Primitive Quilts and Projects Magazine. I thought maybe I should learn how to make this kind of stuff, since I'm supporting all of you wonderful primitive lovers :) So I'm starting with a Woolen Willow hooked rug, called "Crow." I thought I would be able to You Tube "how to rug hook," and this is what I came up with... YIKES!!! So I am about to get a professional lesson from my awesome aunts, Gretchen and Jeni :) I will keep you posted with my progress!

Also, we are overdue for a giveaway! Anyone who comments between now and next Monday... we'll throw your name in a hat and draw a winner! The winner will receive a pattern for a quilt or wool applique!





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81 comments:

  1. CRAFTY STITCHERSAugust 15, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    please enter me, I love wool projects.

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  2. KimAugust 15, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Please enter me. Also if you go back to YouTube and search "rug hooking Deanne Fitzpatrick" you will find some fun and instructional videos.

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  3. GayleAugust 15, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    Hi Leah - Sounds like you're learning about rug hooking from the pros, so I have no doubt that you'll be an expert in no time at all! I'd love to be entered for your giveaway!

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  4. Sassafras and WinterberryAugust 15, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    I'm so glad to hear that you are joining us in our love of rug hooking! Best of luck on your project. I'd love to be entered into your giveaway!
    Thanks

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  5. AnnaAugust 15, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    I'd love to be tossed in a hat...a very cute hat!

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  6. krisgrayAugust 15, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    After your lesson maybe you can post some pointers. I've met a few rug hookers but I've not done it yet either.

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  7. ihook2August 15, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Rug hooking will be so much fun when you get the "hang" of it. Love those Woolen Willow patterns too.
    Pam

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  8. Lauralee @ The Eclectic StitcherAugust 15, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    Rug hooking is something I've never learned, but now that I have the magazine, I would love to give it a try. Good luck with your lessons ;o)

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  9. DeborahAugust 15, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    Love wool projects. Thanks for letting me enter.

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  10. AnonymousAugust 15, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    I'm a rug hooking newbie, too. Thanks for the giveaway!!

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  11. WoolenSailsAugust 15, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Once you get started, you will be addicted, lol.
    I like to switch projects, so I hook, punch and quilt.
    It is also fun to do the same pattern with different mediums.

    Debbie

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  12. LindaAugust 15, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Keep practicing....it does get easier with more consistent loops! Gene Shepherd's videos are very good...he has a CD also.

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  13. JulieF1962August 15, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    I tried hooking a rug once, but I guess I just prefer quilting and cross stitch. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  14. Sandy FAugust 15, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    Throw my name in the hat. I would love to learn how to rug hook, by I do not need another addiction! LOL

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  15. DianeAugust 15, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    good for you-hope you like hookin'-and thanks for a giveaway-fun, fun!

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  16. AnneAugust 15, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    I'm so glad to see you struggling. Misery loves company. LOL Rug hooking and punch needle are two crafts that just don't want to be friends with me. Love your magazine!

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  17. merumoAugust 15, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Please enter my name in! Love your magazine!!

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  18. ana s.August 15, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    I got started to work with a friend who did rugs. My rules are to design my own rug, use only recycled fabrics, and have fun. I found a closet full of woolens at local thrifts and have several projects in the works. Fun hobby.

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  19. The Wool CupboardAugust 15, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    You will love your rug when it is finished. I still cherish my first rug nearly two decades later! Please enter me in the giveaway, please!!

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  20. ColleenAugust 15, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Good luck with your rug hooking adventure!
    Please enter me in the giveaway...after all, who doesn't love a giveaway!

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  21. cindyAugust 15, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    i am learning too!! please enter me in your giveaway.

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  22. Linda August 15, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    It's on my list to learn to do!!! Can't wait to see your progress!

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  23. Robyn of Robyns NestAugust 15, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    I just love a giveaway, I get very excited & I don't know why, I never win! Perhaps it's just the thought that this time might be when my luck comes in (fingers crossed)

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  24. BeckyjeanAugust 15, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    Would love a chance to win a pattern!! Good luck with the hooking!!

    Becky

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  25. AnnAugust 15, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Love, love the magazine. Good luck with your hooking adventure! ~Ann

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  26. JajaAugust 15, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    Please add me too! What fun learning somthing new, that is always a good thing. Jaja

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  27. LaurieAugust 15, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    thanks for a chance to win - laurie

    llsbaskets@comcast.net

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  28. HeartsdesireAugust 15, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Rug hooking is wonderful. With excellent teachers such as your aunts, you'll be hooking in no time.lol
    Thanks for the giveaway. BTW You have a fabulous magazine.

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  29. KimAugust 15, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    I'm really looking forward for the updates on your progress! I'd love to be entered for the giveaway.
    Blessings,
    Kim
    http://teaberry-cottage.blogspot.com/

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  30. GrammyAugust 15, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    I LOVE your magazine and just found your blog. I am in heaven :) Good luck with your rug hooking!

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  31. marieAugust 15, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    Thanks, would love to win a new woolie pattern.

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  32. AnonymousAugust 15, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    I'm a new hooker too...can't wait to see your finished piece! Please enter me in your pattern giveaway...I'm a new subscriber to PQ&P's and LOVE it!!!!
    patti

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  33. MaryAugust 15, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    I am thinking maybe I should learn too. Keep us posted with lots of photos on your journey.

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  34. pauletteAugust 16, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    Nothing like a new hobby!! Looks like fun! Thanks for the chance to win a pattern!
    Paulette

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  35. BillieBee (billiemick)August 16, 2011 at 1:42 AM

    Count me in the mix. I've never sewn a wool project.

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  36. UnknownAugust 16, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    Hi I am new into wool but loving every minute of it....

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  37. DeniseAugust 16, 2011 at 6:14 AM

    Another thing that I want learn...one day!! :)
    Thanks for giveaway!

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  38. kerrynjaneAugust 16, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    I just found your magazine on the Buggy Barn site and came here to subscribe right away...this looks like the next direction my quilting needs to take b/c I'm so tired of all the short cuts and "easy" quilts out there. Looking forward to getting it in my mailbox....but wouldn't winning a pattern get me started on the right foot? Pick me!!

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  39. LoriAugust 16, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    I have a half started hooked project. The burlap backing really bothered my nose so it has sat in a box for a few years now. I look forward to seeing your hooked rug!

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  40. allcountyAugust 16, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    First --- Love the magazine. I am a wan-a-be rug hooker. I love wool and anything about it.
    Karin E :)

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  41. Stray Stitches (Linda G)August 16, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    I love the magazine - always read mine from cover to cover. Thanks for the opportunity to enter your great giveaway. I would love a new wool pattern :)

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  42. DeeAugust 16, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    looks likea fun little adventure

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  43. WinonaAugust 16, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Well, since I have no clue how to do this, I'll just say, looks like you are doing a great job. LOL Have fun, that is the most important thing about crafting.

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  44. UnknownAugust 16, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    Enjoy learning to hook, it is a great form of art. I have been at it for about 5 or 6 years.

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  45. SherillAugust 17, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    I'm just learning about your magazine! It looks verrrry interesting!
    Have fun learning to hook!

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  46. AnonymousAugust 17, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    Leah,
    I love, love, love the new magazine and I love to quilt and do wool applique, too but I do not know how to hook a rug either....I do love the finished look of a hooked rug.....good luck !
    Maureen

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  47. ~Laurie~August 17, 2011 at 12:56 AM

    Would love to win a pattern!! Thank you :)

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  48. LeeanneAugust 17, 2011 at 3:29 AM

    Oh, yes please count me in!

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  49. Robyn of Robyns NestAugust 17, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    I like most looooove a give away !

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  50. DebAugust 17, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    I just learned about your website last night in my spinning class! Would love to win a pattern from you!

    Deb S.

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  51. MommarockAugust 17, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    I have never tried a wool project before. I can't wait to see how your project turns out. i love bloggyland, and all the wonderful projects.

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  52. yorkie momAugust 17, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Count me in! Would love to win!! gougeonathome@charter.net

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  53. SheilaAugust 17, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    I adore wool so would be extra please to win and thanks for the chance.

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  54. AnneAugust 17, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    Good luck with your project, Leah. I would love to win a fantastic pattern! Thanks.

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  55. hueiseiAugust 17, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Please count me in!!
    Thanks :)

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  56. JuleeAugust 17, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    Throw my name into the hat! Love the new magazine and thanks for the great giveaway.

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  57. GillAugust 17, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    Please may I enter your giveaway?

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  58. VickieAugust 17, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    What a great giveaway! I love primitive stuff! I have only hooked two things but I love it! I have been trying to build my wool stash but it is slow going so I can try it! Thanks for a chance to win!

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  59. SolstitchesAugust 17, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    I've only just discovered the magazine which brought me to this blog.
    Would love to enter the giveaway please.
    Thank you.
    Margaret

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  60. Marcia W.August 17, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    I have never made anything with wool and now have some wool fabrics to use....so please enter me into this giveaway.

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  61. BeckyAugust 17, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    Good luck with the rug hooking! Please enter my name in your giveaway!

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  62. RosaAugust 17, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    Good luck with the rug.

    Would love to be in that hat.Thanks for the chance!!

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  63. JanetAugust 17, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    Hooking seems to be the new rage. Thanks for a chance at the giveaway.

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  64. UnknownAugust 17, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    Oh Pick ME!!! lol
    I would love to be signed up...
    I posted your magazine on my blog... we get it at Deer Country Quilts where I work!!!
    THanks for an awesome publication!!!
    KimV

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  65. MelodyAugust 18, 2011 at 4:52 AM

    So glad news of this giveaway led me to your blog. A fabulous prize - I'd love to win.

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  66. KelliAugust 18, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Hi Leah - I'm glad that you are "going primitive!" And thanks for all your hard work to make this magazine a success!

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  67. Michele TAugust 18, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Count me in for your giveaway!!

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  68. pam DoergeAugust 18, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win. I LOVE your magazine!

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  69. Me and My StitchesAugust 18, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    You are a step ahead of me - I want to learn to hook, but haven't tried yet! I'm sure you will have it mastered in no time. Love your magazine - I just showed mine to my aunt who will be a new subscriber in the near future!

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  70. LKDrumAugust 18, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    I'm excited about your giveaway. I love your magazine and visiting your shop is always a "must do" when we are traveling in your area. I would love any pattern you include in your giveaway. Thanks so much! Lana

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  71. Sue TokashAugust 18, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    I haven't yet learned to hook. I just took the leap into needle punching and found I really love it. Honestly I love wool applique and the thought of slicing all that beautiful wool just un-nerves me. Thanks for a chance at the give-away.

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  72. SueJeanAugust 19, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    Hi Leah. Please enter me in the drawing. Best wishes on your rug hooking. It is on my list of things to learn.

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  73. BethAugust 19, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    One of our guild members introduced your magazine to the guild this week. Everyone LOVED it. I know I can't wait til mine comes in the mailbox! Great job!!!

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  74. LeahAugust 19, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Thank you all for the encouragement! I am about to post another picture of my progress :) Lori - try monks cloth instead of burlap. That is what we use. It's softer and will probably last longer!

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  75. JoanneAugust 19, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    Leah - way to go on your hooking - once you get that "loop" down - the rest is easy! You have some great teachers!

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  76. LynAugust 20, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    I've never tried to hook; looking forward to seeing future posts on your progress!

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  77. Linda KAugust 21, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Thanks for the chance to win! Haven't tried rug hooking yet, I'm a little bit overwhelmed already with quilting and wool applique ideas and projects to keep be busy....well, ....forever!! But I could be tempted.

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  78. AnonymousAugust 21, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    Hi! I love the new magazine. Excellent quality and lots of great projects!!

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  79. KimAugust 22, 2011 at 1:46 AM

    Don't worry it will look better when u get more done! Love the magazine and everyone of the projects! Keep up the great work!

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  80. SheilaSAugust 22, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Hey-great start! I started a rug about 5 years ago and it still isn't done! Great Magazine!

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  81. Kathleen CAugust 22, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    I'd love to try some wool applique. I've done lots of traditional needleturn applique and some with buttonhole stitch, but never with wool. The colors I've seen are very appealing, particularly because I love folk art.Thanks for this introduction to your blog and your products.

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