Hookie Rug Workshop with Kath Shepherd

Hooky and proggy rag mats were a common sight in working-class homes in the North East of England and Yorkshire until the mid-20th Century.

Made from old sacks and recycled fabric they were an economical option to keep feet warm and toasty in an era before fitted carpets were the norm.

Join Artist Kath Shepherd to try your hand at this traditional textile technique of Hookie Rug-making. Draft out a design and complete a small sample piece to take away. Please bring along old woollen jumpers (pre shrunk) , tweeds, old t-shirts to transform into something gorgeous!

This is a day long event, so please bring lunch with you.

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