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Halcyon Rug Wool Crochet Rug

Halcyon's oval rug looks almost like a braided rug but is so easy and so much faster. You can make one in a weekend. Once you've tried the technique you'll want to do squares and rectangles too. (for your own designs plan on needing 9 oz/sq.ft). Three strands of heavy rug yarn are used on a size P or Q hook.

Item Number: 0010000P.
Price: $4.95/ea.

Related items: Crochet hook, size P or Q
Approximate Size: 22 x 32"
Suggested yarns: Halcyon Yarn's Signature Rug Wool
Yardage needed: 198 yds each of three colors

Halcyon Rug Wool Knitted Rectangular Rug

The unique look of this rug belies the simplicity of its structure. Just basic knit and purl stitches are used, making it easy enough for beginning knitters. Yet it's stylish good looks will entice the more sophisticated knitter. The rug is well suited for the living room and bedroom as it is for the kitchen. Made with Halcyon Yarn's Signature 3 ply rug yarn. Your rug will be both attractive and withstand the test of time. Knit 3 strands of yarn as one on 40" circular size 15 needles.

Item Number: 0010001P.
Price: $4.95/ea.

Related items: 40" circular needle size 15
Approximate Size: 3' X 5'
Suggested yarns: Halcyon Yarn Signature Rug Wool used triple.
Yardage needed: 15 skeins - 975 yds

Halcyon Yarn Knitted Carpet Clutch

Clutch in three sizes made with double-stranded Halcyon Yarn Signature Rug Wool.

Item Number: 0010002P.
Price: $4.95/ea.

Related items: Size 17 knitting needles, crochet hook
Approximate Size: 9"X10, 11.5"X13", 13.5"X16"
Suggested yarns: Halcyon Yarn Rug Yarn Item 1
Yardage needed: 2 skeins of two different colors for small, 3 skeins of two different colors for medium, 4 skeins of two different colors for large

Desert Squares Block Weave Rug

A Classic Halcyon Yarn Pattern - first introduced in 1982 Summer Handwoven and a hit ever since. Easy to weave and fun to use to create your own original.

Item Number: 0010003P.
Price: $4.95/ea.

Related items: 4 Shaft Loom - at least 40" wide with 5 or 10 dent reed. Three Ski Shuttles, Tapestry needle and needle nose pliers
Approximate Size: 38.5 x 66.5"
Suggested yarns: Halcyon Yarn Rug Yarn Item #1
Yardage needed: 2 skeins of eight different colors for and 20 skeins of background. 1300 yds. 8/4 or 10/4 Linen Warp used double

Aurora Borealis Rug Pattern

The Aurora Borealis Krokbrad is fun to weave because of the exciting color interplay. The flow of colors quickly build and intertwine. The rug is one-sided. You'll need almost 8 oz. per square foot for this Krokbrad style woven rug.

Item Number: 0010004P.
Price: $4.95/ea.

Related items: 4-shaft loom, 37" weaving width, 4 or 8 dent reed, 3 ski or rug shuttles.
Approximate Size: 3' X 5'
Suggested yarns: Linen 8/3 warp, Halcyon Yarn Rug Wool for weft
Yardage needed: 8/3 warp tripled 1250 yds, Rug wool see pattern for colors & amounts

Spinning or Project Bag

This sweet little felted bag is a perfect size for keeping your spinning tools together and conveniently attaches to your wheel. You could also use it as a small project bag or a fun mini purse for a child.

Item Number: 0010005P.
Price: $4.95/ea.

Related items: Knitting needle size 13, tapestry needle, Chebeague button (or 1" button).
Approximate Size: 9" X 8"
Suggested yarns: Halcyon Yarn rug wool, Bartlett Bulky.
Yardage needed: 2 skeins( 1 sk of 2 different colors)

Halcyon Yarn Rug Wool

Prices for 4 oz skein:
$9.95/sk.
$9.15/sk., 8 or more.
$7.75/sk., 50 or more.

Prices for 55" strand:
$0.40/ea.

Item Number: 00110100.
Halcyon Yarn Color: 101
Fiber Content: 100% wool
Gauge: 2.5 on sz 11 to 13
Yards per Pound: 260
Weight: Super Bulky
Wraps per Inch: 7
Yardage/Unit: 65
Tabby Sett: 4
Twill Sett: 5 to 6

True colors can't be shown on monitors, to insure color accuracy you may want to look at samples. Here are the Rug Wool Sample Cards:
Item#: 2300120c. Halcyon Rug Wool Desert Brush.
Item#: 2300110C. Halcyon Rug Wool Desert Sunset.
Item#: 2300130C. Halcyon Rug Wool-Maine Coast.
Item#: 2300140C. Halcyon Rug Wool Maine Woods and Meadows.
Item#: 2300150C. Halcyon Rug Wool Sample Card Set (all 4 cards, save!).

About: Halcyon Yarn Rug Wool

Our Halcyon Yarn exclusive, rugged and stylish 3-ply wool rug yarn is spun and dyed in the finest spinning mills and dye houses in America. The durable wool fiber is perfect for beautiful, durable rugs. This yarn is available in nearly 100 colors, and the broad color palette is great for tapestries, hooked, knitted or crocheted rugs. Our rug wool is also easy to hand-dye with Earthues Natural, acid or Country Classic dyes for more subtle coloration. Finally, it is mothproofed for longevity. Weavers -- Recommended Warps 100% Worsted Wool Warp (Item #110 or #111), 100% Linen Soft Finish Warp (Item #112). Recommended Sett: for a weft face weave Tabby: Use the 2, 3, or 4 ply warps doubled or tripled at 4 epi. Use the 5 ply single at 4 epi (5 epi with beater weights). Twill: Use the 2, 3, or 4 ply warps doubled at 5-6 epi. Use the 5 ply linen doubled at 4 epi or single at 5 epi. Suggested Weft Amounts: Plain weave: Allow 1 - 1.5 skeins per square foot. Twill and Boundweave: Allow 1.5 - 2 skeins per square foot. These weft allowances will be adequate for a tight, firm weft faced weave. Rug Punchers & Hookers Allow 2 skeins per square foot. Knitters & Crocheters Knit at 2.5 st = 1" on size 11 - 13 needles. Crocheters, allow up to 2 skeins per square foot using 1-3 strands together with a size O or P hook.

Crochet Rug Kit #4 (brick, rust)

Create the look of a braided rug by crocheting and felting a rug using Halcyon Yarns's rug yarn. Kit includes 9 skeins of rug yarn and a Q crochet hook. Colors: 105 & 107 2X3 ft

Item Number: 0011050K.
Price: $69.95/ea.

Crochet Rug Kit #2 (denim, navy)

Create the look of a braided rug by crocheting and felting a rug using Halcyon Yarns's rug yarn. Kit includes 9 skeins of rug yarn and a Q crochet hook. Colors: 120 & 122. Finished size 2'X3'

Item Number: 0011200K.
Price: $69.95/ea.

Crochet Rug Kit #1(denim, lupine)

Create the look of a braided rug by crocheting and felting a rug using Halcyon Yarns's rug yarn. Kit includes 9 skeins of rug yarn and a P crochet hook. Colors: 122 & 118 Size: 22 in X 30 in

Item Number: 0011220K.
Price: $69.95/ea.

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Paul Baines 24 " Weaving Stool - Cherry

It is amazing how comfortable the Baines weaving stool is. Fits your bottom like an old pair of jeans and it is a very comfortable height for most looms. Available in additional woods beyond cherry and maple on request at higher price. Hand-rubbed oil finish. Seat width 16.5" depth 12" , legs 22" wide, depth 17"

Item Number: 8804002C.
Price: $320.00/ea.

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Paul Baines 24 " Weaving Stool - Maple

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Weaver's Project Sheets - Set of 10

The colors worked so well in that jacket fabric... What yarn/sett did you use and what did you do to change the draft when you wove your Mother's favorite table runner? Find out in an instant! However you choose to file them these project record sheets can record the the information to do it again and to learn from the experience. Includes spots for the 4/8 shaft draft, tie up and treadling as well warp & weft calculations worksheet and a spot of honor for the sample.

Item Number: 52000000.
Price: $5.95/ea.

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Leclerc Holds-All for Winding

Place the Holds-All near your loom or work space to store all the multiple accessories and fibers. So many tools in one convenient and good looking piece of furniture. It is designed to allow you to fasten a hand bobbin winder onto it, or use it as a winding station and doubling stand. It also contains a spool rack that holds up to 10 spools or bobbins. Maple. Dimensions: Width: 34.5 in Height: 31 in Depth 11.5 in Weight: 20 lb..

Item Number: 62638010.
Price: $235.00/ea.

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Schacht Winding Station

Schacht's sturdy winding station is designed to accomodate all your winding tools: ball winders, swifts and bobbin winders. Cone & spool rack for up to 8 cones or spools.30"w, 35.5"h, 18"d. Weight 17 lbs. Table top width 8". Extension arm for umbrella swift extends 19"-22" and can be at an angle. Counters and winders are not included.

Item Number: 64050500.
Price: $261.00/ea.

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Wraps per Inch Tool

A Wraps per inch(WPI) measures the number of times that a yarn can be aligned in gently adjacent rows within 1 inch. This will determine the gauge (thickness) of the yarn. Includes a WPI Reference Knit-Kard.

Item Number: 64890100.
Price: $9.99/ea.

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Double Fringe Twister

A handy gadget for all your fringing needs — rugs, scarves and afghans. Simply secure a few strands to each clamp and twist. When you have the desired amount of twist, carefully remove the clamps, let the yarns twist back on themselves and knot.

Item Number: 68092000.
Price: $19.95/ea.

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Quadruple Fringe Twister

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Leclerc Fringe Twister

Item Number: 61030300
Price: $20.00/ea. (Base price, see dropdown menu)

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Magnifying Pick Glass with Rule

You'll find this tool useful for examining weave structures or checking your consistency at the loom. The 5X magnifier makes it easy to count individual threads.

Item Number: 68040000.
Price: $9.95/ea.

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Mighty Bright Vusion Magnifier & Light - Silver

Vusion is a light and magnifier on two fully adjustable arms. It has 2 large LED lights that never need replacing, an optical grade lens that distributes light evenly, a detachable magnetic cradle for use as a free standing light and is powered by 3 AAA batteries (included). Silver.

Item Number: 88031010.
Price: $24.99/ea.

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Mighty Bright 4" Hands Free Lighted Magnifier

Mighty Bright hands free round frame with lighted 4" lens, 1.5X power lens with 3X power insert lens, sharp distortion free view, cushioned braces and adjusable tie and is powered by 1 AA battery (included) Black.

Item Number: 88031020.
Price: $14.99/ea.

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Sett Tool

Many weavers give a cold shoulder to the sampling process, warping their loom and crossing their fingers that everything will turn out just right. Next time, before throwing such caution to the wind, needle-weave a sample on this handy Sett Tool. Cut the two samples off the sett tool (one each-front and back) and you can keep one as is and wash the other to test for shrinkage or bleeding. The Sett Tool measures 3" overall and comes with a needle and directions.

Item Number: 68090000.
Price: $9.95/ea.