To estimate where to cut the corners fold the point of the linen towards the corner of the hooked rug.
Rug hooking whipping edges.
After the edge of the rug is prepared folded and secured in place with some simple basting it is time to whip the edge of your hooked rug.
Jul 12 2012 how to whip the edge or a hooked rug.
It is my fold forward finish for hooked rugs.
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Cut a piece of cloth 10 cm 4 inches longer and wider than your latch hook rug.
Next with the rug facing up fold the raw edge of linen up to the outer edge of your rug as close to the last row of hooking as possible.
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This is a sturdy finish that will protect the edge of the rug for years to come.
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Then open the fold and cut on the fold line.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 alternately cutting the mesh and then folding and sewing that section until you have completed the entire rug on all four sides.
Jul 12 2012 how to whip the edge or a hooked rug.