Posts tagged: rug
Sled Coffee Table and Snow Track Rug.
By ChrisjobA coffee table that interacts with its rug. Absolutely precious.
The beautiful hardwood toboggan sits atop a fluffy white floor rug complete with runner tracks. It's pretty pricey, but perhaps a thrift store find, some white carpet, and some 2x4s pressing down glue on the carpet will make a nice DIY option.
Paint a Floor Canvas.
By Chrisjob
Oh my goodness, rugs are such a pain to purchase. They're either 1) crazy tacky, or 2) crazy expensive.
So, make your own. Begin with a preprimed canvas, and get creative. The result is a surprisingly durable floor covering that can be as graphic or demure as you design it.
Campana : Hopscotch Carpet by A/R Studio.
By Chrisjob
There's still something wonderful about being barefoot in the park. And, there's still something pretty dangerous, as well. So, just bring the sidewalk to you with the Campana Carpet. » READ MORE
How to Braid a NO SEW Rag Rug
By DIY Maven
Little House in the Suburbs has a nice little tutorial showing us how to make our very own no-sew braided rugs. It's a perfect project for the re-user/re-cycler, but if the idea of making a big ol' rug seems daunting, a trivet might be a great way to practice the technique.
DIY: Bind a Carpet Remnant to Make a Custom Shaped Area Rug
By ModHomeEcTeacher
When a project seems only do-able by a professional, it makes me want to conquer it that much more. Maybe it's because I secretly long to be a subcontractor or something. Anywho, carpet binding has always seemed to be something for which the DIY-er needs a professional. Well, not anymore! Watch this video.. » READ MORE
How to turn a Tea Towel into a Kitchen Rug
By DIY Maven
Ric rac lover Hannah was in a predicament. The space in front of her kitchen sink is an odd size, so finding a rug to fit the space had been difficult. She spotted a rug she liked on Plow & Hearth whose pattern was inspired by that of vintage tea towels. The rug was too big, but it did inspire this clever how-to. To replicate Hannah’s technique, you’ll need a tea towel, an old woven rug for backing, however Hannah also suggests using an old tow » READ MORE
The Stella Rug
By DIY Maven
This is a swooner! The Stella Rug, new from Hidden Art Shop, seems to have been inspired by lace, but it has been taken in a completely modern direction. Made of 5mm thick felted wool, the rug is 120 cm in diameter and will set you back a cool £350. (That’s about 47 inches and about $640 US.)
The Ethereal Rug
By DIY MavenThe Ethereal Rug is from Top Floor Designs and it makes me swoon. Via.
How to Turn a Drop Cloth into a Fabulous Rug
By DIY Maven
It’s hard to believe that this lovely rug began its life as a canvas drop cloth, but that's exactly the case. From the DIY Network’s B. Original, host Michele Beschen used assembled the following supplies and got down to business.
‘Canvas drop cloth
border webbing, fringe or other decorative trim
decorative upholstery fabric
medium-weight fusible web
iron
sewing machine
paint (optional)’
For the entire tutorial, head on over to the DIY Network. » READ MORE
Pebble Rug
By DIY Maven
Although the Pebble rug from 2Form Design may look like it’s made of real pebbles, it’s actually crafted out of 100% wool. Of course, if you have anything in the house that occasionally projectile vomits, you might want to choose a floor covering with less texture, ‘cause whatever gets between those pebbles is gonna wanna stay between those pebbles.
large wooden mat
By fakerolexwould anyone know where I could find a wooden mat exactly like this
but in a size of 5' x 8' ?
the crate and barrel mat is exactly what I was looking for but too small....maybe I will just buy a few of them...hmmm. what to do?
Fried Egg Rug
By DIY Maven
No doubt about it, sunny side up eggs are the happiest-sounding breakfast food option. So why not add a cheerful ovum to your decor with this egg rug from fredflare.com? ($24)
How To Treat Specific Carpet Spills and Stains.
By Chrisjob
Here's the skinny on specific techniques fo removing most carpet-staining culprits. (Read this post too!)
The "Housekeeper" from Club Femina suggests solutions for:
- Acid
- Alcohol
- Blood
- Butter
- Wax
- Gum
- Chocolate
- Coffee
- Crayon
- Gravy
- Mud
- Soda
And all sorts more...
6 ft. Round Everywhere Rug for only $32!
By ChrisjobI don't think I've ever purchased anything from Crate and Barrel, but I'm pretty sure I'll break the trend for one of these Everywhere Rugs for only $32.00 USD.
So states CrateandBarrel.com:
Indoors, outdoors, anywhere at all. Colorful high-performance polypropylene rug is waterproof, reversible and mold- and mildew-resistant. Just rinse clean.
- 100% Polypropylene
- Machine-braided and hand-sewn
- Reversible
- Spot clean or rinse
- Imported
Cartoon Carpets by Dan Golden.
By Chrisjob"Dan Golden is a New York based artist who has shown his playful yet sophisticated work in galleries for nearly a decade.
In 2006, born from a desire to reach beyond the art world, Golden partnered with interior designer Ford Lininger. Together, the two developed a line of luxurious, contemporary rugs based on Golden's art and launched the collection in Spring 2007."
These handtufted rugs come in four standard sizes, with custom sizes and schemes » READ MORE
15 Tips For Caring For Hardwood Floors.
By ChrisjobProper care of hardwood floors can be difficult under the everyday trample of a family and pets. Preserving the natural beauty of hardwood keeps your home looking crisp and is a crucial part of maintaining your investment and your home's value.
1. Get to know your specific type of flooring and finish, and rely on the manufacturers instructions whenever available.
2. Research the proper care for your particular finish. For example, never use paste w » READ MORE
How to paint an indoor/outdoor rug.
By DIY Maven
All home improvement stores sell big indoor/outdoor rugs. They’re cheap and they’re not attractive–dare I say ugly? Well, here’s a way to make one of those utilitarian things look fabulous.
What you need:
One indoor/outdoor rug. Mine is an Ozite, 6' x 8' rug in bark. It cost 12 bucks and I had a 2 dollar rebate. If this size is too big, you can cut them down with a scissors to any size or shape you desire–probably even puzzle pieces.
Pain » READ MORE
Gummi Bear Rug.
By ChrisjobMeet Simon. He's a rug, made of gummi bears. And to be honest, he kinda freaks me out. I think it's his 'claws.'
Simon is the work of LA and Taipei-based sculptor and installation artist Ya Ya Chou. Read more about Simon here, and then head to the candy store and create one of your own. Where you'll put it...? I don't know, but be careful! I don't imagine the candy or those creepy fingernails will survive the daily pound of your sneakers.
