MAINE HOOKED RUGS

 

Traditional rug hooking as we know it today is an artform that many believe originated in New England and the Maritime Provinces of Canada.  Maine played an important role in this history.  For instance, a tin peddler by the name of Edwards Sands Frost of Biddeford created the first commercial patterns for rug hooking in the late 1800's.  Cushing dyes originated in the Foxcroft area about the same time and are still sold under that name to this day.

The rugs and patterns offered here are all created by Maine artisans to celebrate the tradition.  We offer an eclectic group of hooked items with each artist producing her/his own style and color choices.  Most of these rugs are one-of-a-kind. The material is usually 100% wool and most are hand dyed by the artist hooked on quality backing material (linen) and finished by hand so your purchases will last for generations with proper care. 

Please respect the time and talent of our artisans and do not copy their work.  Purchasing their items allows them to keep designing for your pleasure. 

Commissions will be considered.  Send an email to mail@mainehookedrugs.com  with details and we'll get back to you with an estimate.  Enjoy your visit and we hope you like what you see.  Be sure to check back often and click on the "Whats New" tab on the left as new products and artists will be added as they become available.  Ken's rugs are usually available to be viewed in person at the Handmade Papers Gallery at 113 Reach Road, Brooklin, Maine.

We never know what is next so to be notified when new rugs or artists are added or when classes are set up, click on the mailing list tab and sign up - you will be notified automatically. 

We DO NOT sell supplies online, only patterns and rugs.  If you are looking for wool, tools etc, visit our friends at www.searsportrughooking.com and tell them Maine Hooked Rugs sent you.

NOTICE:  Check out the "Classes" tab to find out where our artisans will be teaching.   Also check out the "On The Road" tab to see venues where Maine Hooked Rugs will be set up and you can see and buy the rugs in person.

The music on this site is provided by Paul Sullivan of Brooklin, Maine.  He is a Grammy Award Winning artist and friend who travels the world performing his music and as a member of the Paul Winter Consort.  These selections are from his latest solo CD "My Irish Soul".  Visit his website to learn more about Paul and his music - www.rivermusic.com .