The Rug Hookers Bible: The Best From 30 Years Of Jane Olsons Ruggers Roundtable

THis was not my kind of book since I do mostly primative hooking and almost no shading. If you like shading It would be very good.

This is a fine book, informative, thorough, well illustrated. I have only one complaint about it, and that is that the old-fashioned way of hooking rugs is not included, ie, the so-called primitive method, done using a shuttle hook and thin strips of wool (usually from thrift shop clothing). There is no discussion of this fine old method, and I would have liked to have that included. Otherwise, an excellent book, great for ideas.

Fast delivery but was disappointed in book. Thanks.

Lots of valuable information. Glad I purchased it.

My friend has been doing rug hooking for some time now and it has always facinated me. Last year, she started me with a small kit and I have made 4 different rugs since. Since I have not been able to attend a class nor have had much time to get together with my friend, I thought it was time to get a book to better understand rug hooking and to know if I am doing it properly. This book has been very helpful with easy to understand instructions and pictures.

This is the most awesome, complete and clear rug hooking book you could find. Gene Shepherd its absolutely amazing!!! The book is full of close-up pictures showing all the basic techniques, step by step, with detailed explanations. A bit of history is also included as well as different styles of hooking the same motif. Theres a big section with directions, color photos and diagrams of the most common designs in rugs, like flowers, fruits and landscapes. It also includes a pattern of roses in original size. Its a wonderful book, full of tips and lovely designs. If I had bought it earlier Id have saved a lot of money, this is by far the best Ive read. If you want to buy just one book this is the one!

I am collecting books on rug hooking and this one is a favorite. It has lots of pictures and information for all levels of expertise. You wont be disappointed with this book.

This is a great, step by step, instructional manual. The directions are easy to understand and the many pictures really show whats supposed to happen. This book has helped me more than the rug hooking classes Ive taken.

Excellent resource book for the beginner to expert rug hooker. Highly recommended.

Having done minimal rug hooking and not having time to attend classes, I thought from the reviews that this book might be just what I needed......and it is! Very clear instructions, excellent photos and illustrations!