Crochet/crochet rug

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Expert: Marla - 6/9/2009


Question
I have one of my grandmother's old crochet (maybe crochet rag) rugs that has a hole in it.  Can it be repaired and if so can you recommend someone to mend it for me?

Answer
Hi Kim!
Thanks for asking. It probably can be. I know how much it means to you.  I repaired an afghan recently that a strand had broken, and was unraveling.  It doesn’t look the same since I don’t have anymore of that dye lot, but it won’t unravel now. What you could do is ask your local dry cleanser if they know anybody who makes repairs. Maybe at your senior center there may be someone who could do it. Then check with you craft store to see if an employee or someone they know may be experienced in doing this sort of thing. You could also check to see if there is anyone who does alterations because they may have experience in crocheted or knitted clothing. Hopefully you will find someone with a loving touch. Good luck!

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I have crocheted many doilies, I enjoy working with crochet thread. I have crocheted numerous afghans. But I have little to no experience in the afghan stitch, or hairpin lace. If you have a question pertaining to a pattern in a magazine, book or leaflet, please include the name and # of it, and the page or pattern #. There is a slight possibility I may have that pattern, and can refer to it. Nearly all of my crochet magazines, leaflests, etc are over 5 years old. Many are from the 80's and before. Although I have crocheted sweaters and slippers,I don't feel I have done enough of them to really give good advice as to assembling the pieces, but can give advice on the type of stitches.

Experience

I have been a crocheter for over 30 years.

Organizations
American Legion Auxiliary

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Education/Credentials
BS in geography

Awards and Honors
At a county fair one time I did win a crochet contest, and another time at the county fair I reccived a crochet award. and a few times I have won a "high points" award in crochet.

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