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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Sep 02 2022 : 2:33:25 PM
 
I keep forgetting to show you this Amish Rug my girlfriend in Iowa sent me for my birthday. She lives close to an Amish and Mennonite Community in Kalona, Iowa. She knows how much I love anything made by the Amish as I have been to Kalona and I love the town and the folks. It was like Jeez maybe 2009 I was there and bought an old quilt made out of men’s dress jackets. It is just a wonderful little community.
Anyway, the rug was made with double knit fabric, I use it in my side of the bed. I like it because it is so colorful.
It looks easy to make for the Farmgirls that like to use their sewing machine.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple !!
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| Jokamartell |
Posted - Sep 06 2022 : 12:01:13 PM
What a beautiful piece! :) I love all the bright colors!! :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
| MaryJanesNiece |
Posted - Sep 05 2022 : 1:43:31 PM
That is such a neat rug. And has even more meaning because it was a handmade gift. Love all the bright colors.
Krista |
| levisgrammy |
Posted - Sep 05 2022 : 03:25:45 AM
Beautiful rug and what a pretty gift!
~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured." 
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
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| Red Tractor Girl |
Posted - Sep 04 2022 : 08:26:30 AM
Debbie, that rug is beautiful!! I to love all the colors in it.
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
| windypines |
Posted - Sep 04 2022 : 02:23:21 AM
My mom and grandma used to make those rugs. They used polyester material. That was what the ladies pants used to be made out of.
Farming in WI
Michele
FGOTM June2019
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| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Sep 03 2022 : 6:09:34 PM
I agree; black on the back and I would probably use a variegated on the front. Not sure if I will make one or not; I'm still trying to get some UFOs out of the way. It sure is tempting, tho.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Sep 03 2022 : 6:04:10 PM
Oh, well that is good to know that the fabric is still available. Judith are you thinking about making one? I think I would have used black thread on the back, as I think it would look better.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple !!
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| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Sep 03 2022 : 5:49:15 PM
I had the same thought about finding double-knit fabric. Thrift shops might be the best idea, cheaper and keeping microfibers out of the environment for a while longer, but I googled "polyester double-knit fabric" and lo and behold it is still available.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Sep 03 2022 : 1:08:13 PM
You are welcome Judith. My friend thought about making one for herself and wondered if she would have any trouble getting polyester knit fabric. We thought perhaps goodwill or thrift stores. I am guessing they chose the polyester as it stands up and holds well. If my friend does make herself one I will send pictures.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple !!
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| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Sep 03 2022 : 1:01:34 PM
It looks like it is squares of fabric folded diagonally into triangles then stitched down into rows on a backing. Being double-knit it isn't likely to unravel and will wear well, not to mention being washable and soft on bare tootsies. Ingenious! Great Pictures; thank you bunches Debbie.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Sep 03 2022 : 12:15:04 PM
  
Judith here are a couple of pictures close up. They did see it with a treadle machine as they invited my friend to got to their home to pick out a rug as they were all at her house. This was very unusual to be invited to their home but they know my friend well as she buys from them a lot.
Hope this helps Judith.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple !!
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| Dreamer42 |
Posted - Sep 03 2022 : 10:05:20 AM
Oh Debbie, that's beautiful! I too, love all the colors!
Dreamer42
Farmgirl Sister #7038 |
| churunga |
Posted - Sep 02 2022 : 9:12:21 PM
Strange to see an Amish rug made with a sewing machine. Probably a treadle.
Marie
Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Sep 02 2022 : 5:38:41 PM
I will do that for you tomorrow Judith. Thank
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple !!
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| Wanda Sue |
Posted - Sep 02 2022 : 5:13:16 PM
So pretty, I have never seen anything like it!!
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677 |
| StitchinWitch |
Posted - Sep 02 2022 : 4:38:53 PM
Love the colors. Would like to see a close up to see how it is made.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
| AndreaPA |
Posted - Sep 02 2022 : 4:03:35 PM
Very pretty and looks like it feels good on your feet!
Andrea
Farmgirl# 8166
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| katmom |
Posted - Sep 02 2022 : 4:01:01 PM
Oh my stars! Kool rug!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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