Fabric selected should be high quality, even weave 100% cotton or cotton blend, such as those sold for piecing quilts. Yardages given are based on fabrics 45” wide.

1. If the fabric is not pre-shrunk, it should be gently machine washed and dried before cutting. Straighten your fabric by pulling it across the bias. It may be necessary to lightly press the fabric.

2. Fold the fabric in half, short end to short end, as many times as possible. while still being able to cut through all thicknesses. Strips should be at least 2 yards long, in order to avoid too many ends.

3. Cut fabric into 3” wide strips. For quick results, a rotary cutter and mat may be used to cut several layers of fabric at one time.

Gauge is not important; your rug can be a little larger or smaller without changing the overall effect.

A sewing needle and thread is also required.