Rug from old things with their own hands - a selection of interesting step by step master classes with examples of photos

Rugs from jeans

Jeans make soft mats that are pleasant to walk on. They are ideal for placing near the bed, but not suitable for the bathroom.

Step-by-step instructions for making:

1. Cut jeans into scraps, removing thick seams.
2. Weave braids from the scraps and lay them out, forming a circle or an oval.
3. Connect the braids to hold their shape.

If desired, it is possible to use other options:

• Using a hook, knit the scraps like a thread and make a certain shape;
• weave the scraps in a braided fashion and stitch the edges, so that the rug does not unravel.

Rugs made of labeling are great to look at. To do this, they just need to be sewn on a solid base. Such a rug, you can decorate not only the floor, but also the interior of the car.

Also, an interesting option is obtained from the old belts. They must be sewn together, and the edges of the product should be trimmed.

Rugs from T-shirts

The technology of creating a covering of their t-shirts, a little more complicated, so to perform the work, diligence is required.

You will need:

• T-shirts cut into scraps (25 cm. in width and 3 m. in length). To get the right length, sew the scraps together;
• scissors;
• needle;
• self-adhesive tape;
• thread.

Step by step instructions:

1. We take five strips and lay them out lengthwise, another five we put next to each other, mirror type.
2. The edges of all the strips, fix on one tape, with a thread with a needle.
3. Take the first strip and tie it to each subsequent strip, until it reaches the middle.
4. Repeat the same, starting on the opposite side.
5. Tie the strips that meet in the center.
6. Then do the same with the opposite strip and so on to the end of the piece.
7. After one rug is done, start knitting the second one.
8. Finished parts knit together.
9. The size of the finished rug depends on the number of parts. It can be either small or large, depending on its purpose.

Rugs from scraps of fabric

From fabric scraps, you can make both a rug and a quilt. This option is great for a doormat.

You will need:

• dense material;
• thread with a needle;
• glue;
• self-adhesive tape;
• scissors;
• spray to protect the surface.

Technique:

1. From the fabric, cut the base of the required size.
2. A little longer than the length of the basis, cut the flaps with Velcro.
3. Connect the three flaps and weave braids.
4. Ready plaits, glued to the base and connect the thread.
5. Remove the self-adhesive tape and smooth the ends with scissors.
6. After it dries, spray it with spray.

Rug from twine

Such carpets are very easy to make. But their appearance, can decorate any room. At the same time, they have orthopedic and massage effects.

You will need:

• glue gun;
• twine.

Technique of execution:

1. Start wrapping the twine in a circle or square, gradually winding up as the size increases.
2. Glue a few parts to the desired size (parts can be different sizes and shapes).

Carpets of pantyhose

Performing work from kapron tights, is an uncomplicated process that everyone can cope with.

The necessary materials:

• kapron tights;
• scissors;
• String and needle.

Step by step instructions:

1. Cut tights in rings.
2. Fold the rings in half.
3. We twist a figure eight and put on your thumb and forefinger.
4. Repeat the same with the other ring.
5. Take off the resulting first loop and put it on the second, the action is repeated on two fingers.
6. Repeat until the necessary size braid is formed.
7. Several braids sewn together form a rug of a given shape and size.

Carpet made of pebbles

You need to take a rubber mat, pebbles and sealant. We glue the stones with sealant on the mat and wait for them to dry completely. Such a product is ideal for the bathroom. Also, with his help, you can perform foot massage, bringing the owner a real pleasure and relieving fatigue from the feet after a hard day's work.

Sock mat

These floor coverings look very original. They are suitable for any room and even for children's games.

Necessary materials:

• socks;
• hoop;
• scissors;

Technique

1. We cut the socks into strips.
2. Put the strips on the hoop, dividing it into four parts socks.
3. The lines taken as the basis, cross in the center of the hoop.
4. We take a new strip and fix it to the base, slipping below and above the other lines.
5. If the strip comes to an end, attach a new one to it and continue the same steps.
6. The circles are pressed tightly, cut and knotted when finished.

If desired, you can knit braids from the socks, and then form them into any shape and stitch them together. Such carpets are very comfortable and soft, especially if they are made from woolen socks.

As you can see, it is not difficult to make a rug yourself. If you want, you can decorate your home and make its interior original. And the materials for its creation, you can find at hand. After all, for sure you have at home unnecessary jeans, t-shirts or socks. Well, if you have decided to make a great cover, then you can gather the necessary material in advance and when everything is ready, begin to create a rug.

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