Welcome to Homespun Rug Hooking!
My studio is located in the capital of Iowa; Des Moines.
I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interior Design from the University of Kentucky. I have worked in commercial design and facility management
over twenty years.
About seven years ago I took a beginner class in rug hooking from McGown Teacher Janet Angotti and hooking and working with wool fabrics has been my passion and interest ever since.
I am a certified McGown Rug Hooking Teacher. I attend the yearly McGown Teacher’s Workshop in Ripley, WV. I am a member of the Living History Farms and Fibers of the Heartland Pearl McGown Chapters in Des Moines, IA and Between the Rivers, Independence, IA ATHA Chapter.
I enjoy trying various sizes and types of hooking, so you will see a variety in my work. I also teach beginner rug hooking classes in Des Moines, IA.
Most designs on the site are my own and I would welcome any custom design requests or color changes. If you see something you love, but not in your favorite color scheme or size, I’ll be happy to work with you! I will also custom dye wools for you.
Thanks for your Interest!
Enjoy!
Pat
Accomplishments
Two blue ribbons for rugs entered in the Linn County Fair; Linn County
Iowa; 2004
First prize in the rug category; Meade County Fair; Meade County
Kentucky 2005
My Assistants
My rug hooking assistants and top critics are our miniature schnauzer, Lucia and our Llewellin Setter; Daisy.
Lucia loves to try out all the rugs I hook to make sure they are soft and comfortable. She loves to help rip-up recycled wool goods and she makes sure to hide her best treats in my stacks of wool. Daisy just camps out on the soft rugs.
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