Braided T Shirt Rag Rug

Making a braided rag rug usually involve sewing.
Braided t shirt rag rug. Also known as a swedish braid or amish knot rug this rag rug is stitched together with a little peg that can be made from wood or an old toothbrush hence the name. Lay a t shirt out on your work surface. Measure two inches up from the bottom of the shirt. If you want an oval rug then start with a long center and wrap the braid around in a clockwise direction.
In 17 days we visited 22 different states drove from coast to coast and back ate amazing food ate a little terrible food saw several lightning storms visited the place my husband was born spent some time with his sister s family camped on our property in montana and spent a. Repeat this process over and over until you reach the arm pit seam. The no sew woven version is something of a unicorn. 11 26 2011 i took 4 of my husband s old shirts that were in the rag bag headed to goodwill and cut them up into strips.
Pre coiling this braid will help you stay organized while you are sewing and will also give you an idea of how big your rug is going to be if you need to add or remove shirts. If you want a circle then start with a simple circle direction also in the clockwise direction. You can purchase the pattern and instructions here. Coil it somewhat gently so it doesn t pucker up into a braided t shirt bowl lol but try not to let any gaps show from one ring to the next.
I m keen to try this technique. Pin the braid together. Wrap the braid until you have gone around two or three times. Then cut across the shirt through the front and back stopping a couple inches before you get to the other side.
If you remember that you ve got a head start. The number of t shirts you have on hand will determine the size of your rug. Time consuming but kind of fun i have started my rug it is approximately 8 inches in diameter right now when coiled up. This rag rug looks very colourful made from a bright array of old t shirts.
Use these braided rugs in a small size as chair cushions or make larger pieces to serve as area rugs welcome mats or splash mats in the kitchen. July 10 2019 craftystaci.