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Recycled Jersey Rug Of Happiness

Crochet rug made from old jersey tops

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/recycled-jersey-rug-of-happiness • Posted by Delicate Stitches

I'm something of a magpie and can't throw anything away if I think I can re-use it. So, I have a lot of stuff! I've been meaning to make a rug for my studio since I moved in a year ago and I finally got round to it. I cut up all my old jersey tops and then used a 12mm hook to crochet this rug, based on a doily pattern.

You will need

Project Budget
Almost Nothing

Time

9 h 00

Difficulty

Nice & Simple
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Description

I'm something of a magpie and can't throw anything away if I think I can re-use it. So, I have a lot of stuff! I've been meaning to make a rug for my studio since I moved in a year ago and I finally got round to it. I cut up all my old jersey tops and then used a 12mm hook to crochet this rug, based on a doily pattern.

Instructions

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    Gather your materials. I used four vests and 8 t-shirts.

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    Cut your jersey into strips. I like to work from the bottom up in a long spiral.

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    Wind your jersey into balls and admire.

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    Find a doily pattern you like, try ravelry for a good selection and start crocheting.

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    Keep going

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    Weave in any loose ends. Place on the floor and walk over it in bare feet. Admire.