Should a rug be finished with a dark border?
Making rugs with found fabrics can present challenges. I want my rugs to look cohesive and planned. I want the colors to coordinate with the rest of my decor. I do not want rugs in my house that look too homemade. I want them to look high quality, not garish or slapdash. This can be a challenge when you are using only fabrics that are available to you instead of picking out materials at a retail store.
I have a trick that helps me achieve those goals. It is the addition of a dark border along the outside final rows to finish my rag rug.
I am sharing examples of rugs both with and without their borders. I have already stated my preference. I will leave it you to decide whether you agree or not. One thing is for sure, the decision to add or leave off a border will dramatically change the final appearance of a rag rug. I hope this is helpful and that you feel more confident when you make a decision about edging your next project. It will make a big impact.
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I have a plan to break my rule once again in the near future. I want to make a rug that is the darkest color in the center and becomes lighter the closer to the edge it gets. I have not decided if I will make this a one color Ombre or work with several colors. I have an inclination to try this idea out with recycled denim. I like the idea of the indigo variation that a rug like that would have. But denim, while beautiful and durable can be difficult to crochet with.... but that is a topic for another day.
Let me know if you agree that the rugs pictured are improved by their border. Will you add one to your next rug?
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AuthorMy name is kc. I share ideas for craft projects that are environmentally healthy and accessible to people no matter what their budget. I get excited about upcycling {remaking old items into new). I also love to crochet and cook and am teaching myself how to use my new sewing machine. I write about all those topics, sharing things I make for my home and my family, and myself. If you have questions or suggestions about any of my posts, please leave a comment and I will happily respond. Thank you for visiting. Archives
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