How to Make Rugs from Cotton Fabric on a Loom?

Gather cotton fabric, a loom, warp thread, scissors, a shuttle, and a measuring tape

Wash, dry, and press the cotton fabric

Cut the cotton fabric into long strips

Join short strips into longer continuous strips

Set up the loom with a strong warp

Secure the warp evenly across the loom

Thread the fabric strip onto the shuttle

Weave the cotton strip over and under the warp threads

Pack each row tightly with a beater or comb

Continue weaving until the rug reaches the desired length

Keep edges even while weaving

Tie off the final row securely

Remove the rug from the loom

Trim loose ends

Fold or stitch the edges if needed

Press the finished rug flat

Repeat the process for additional rugs

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