Download or read book Weaving Contemporary Rag Rugs written by Heather L. Allen and published by Sterling. This book was released on 1998 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Weaving rag rugs is an old technique that arose out of necessity centuries ago. This book brings rag rugs out of old country cabins and places them beside the best of contemporary crafts and decor. The book explores the fascinating history of rag weaving, then explains step by step how to weave a basic rag rug. Filled with scores of color photos of rugs from around the world, the book is a delight for weavers and nonweavers alike. 260 color and 30 bandw photos.