Weaving Shaker Rugs

Step back in history and learn how to make colorful patterned rugs using the 200-year-old techniques of the Shakers. Explore five historic Shaker village sites before developing a method to create new versions of these classics. Learn how to make 10 reproduction rugs, with full instruction on dyeing, the warp material, the weft materials, and how to weave, as well as instructions for weaving Shaker tape. Like all items used in daily Shaker life, these rugs are simple, perfect for the purpose they are meant to serve and are beautiful in quality.