In my explorations of old embroidery books, I came across a number of rug designs in a book from 1880. While they were intended as inspiration for woven carpet patterns, I realized that a blackwork design could also show off the dynamic beauty of the geometry.
Cross stitch pattern from JEDxStitch featuring the corner of a rug with flowers! This floral pattern incorporates Smyrna crosses and counted satin stitch to create a wonderfully textured finish. Inspired by early 1900's linoleum rug catalogs.
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Note from the designer: Inspired by the warm carpets that would be found in ancient castles, this design is stitched, tapestry style, with the cross stitches covering the entire fabric. To emphasize its design as a rug, a fringe has been added at each end (instructions for fringe not included).
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