Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Textile Arts

N50W5050 Portland Rd
Cedarburg, WI 53012
262-646-0300
wiquiltmuseum.com

Penny Rug Workshop

August 20, 2026/ 10:00-1:00pm

Explore the endless possibilities of playing with color and design while creating a one- of- a- kind decorative and fragrant balsam pillow. The technique involves cutting simple shapes from felted wool and stitching them to a dark wool background with a decorative blanket stitch. We will use this traditional stitching technique as well as beads and buttons to further enhance the designs. Topics covered will include stencil making, the use of different textures, patterns and wools, and the addition of other embellishments. The history of penny rugs will be discussed and examples of both contemporary and traditional pieces will be shown.

**The opening reception for the Ordinary/ Extraordinary Women portrait exhibit will be later that same evening from 5:30- 7:00pm. I hope you can join me!

For more informaion and to sign up HERE.

Experimental Rug Hooking with Hand Applique

Snow Farm
5 Clary Road Williamsburg, MA 01096
413.268.3101
info@snowfarm.org
snowfarm.org

September 24-27, 2026

In this workshop participants will create a small experimental piece exploring the combination of traditional rug hooking with hand appliqué. We will use wool fabrics as well as a variety of mixed materials. Participants are encouraged to also bring materials they have on hand- beads, buttons, and other embellishments, as well as a variety of fabrics and materials.

This workshop is suitable for those who would like to learn the technique as well as those with experience.

Hope you can join me!

*** Workshop is Full
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