Big Stitch Crocheted Alpaca Rugs!

Just about this time each year, our old drafty home begs for super cozy area rugs.  Each time I step out of bed I think of how happy my feet would be if they landed on a soft, lofty rug, and each time my daughter and I read books in front of the fireplace I think of how nice it would be to have the warmth and comfort of something hand made beneath us.  I've been determined to make these rugs myself for years, but only if I could find the super bulky and natural yarn I was seeing in my mind.  Imagine my excitement when we found the perfect yarn for my fantasy rugs!  Our Big Stitch Alpaca Yarn creates the softest, loftiest rug your lucky toes will ever step on.

The Big Stitch Alpaca Yarn is grown and handcrafted in the USA.  The Alpaca that makes up 70% of this amazing yarn is gathered from local farmers and then spun together with 15% wool and 15% nylon by a tiny mill in Ohio.  Each skein is called a  "bump" and is approximately 140 yards long. 

Two bumps make the small gray rug (approximately 42-inches across) and four make the large rug (approximately 70-inches across). 

If you'd like to try your hand at creating one of these cozy crocheted rugs you can find the pattern right here.  Enjoy!  -- Page

P.S. Stay tuned for our Big Stitch Knitted Rug!

Comments

[Erica]

I just love your alpaca rug! It is beautiful!
Erica

[Christina]

love--and can't wait for the knitted rug. now I can knit my bedroom rug rather than braid. thank you!

[Sarah M]

Those rugs are lovely. The living area is beautiful, too!
Question: Why are the skeins called "bumps"? I've never heard of that before.

Sarah M

[Hannah]

Oh! They look Fabulous!

[saara]

Just beautiful, would be so great in our cold winter....

[brie.]

awesome! thinking of where i could use one of these? haha

[Aimee]

I love that knitting basket in the top photo.

[kelliinkc]

Could the knit one be rectangular by chance?!

[Megan]

Beautiful. I wish I knew how to crochet!

[Sarah @http://agirlintransit.blogspot.com/2011/03/]

These look so cozy! I just want to curl up and take a nap on one! Whoever made this did an amazing job.

- Sarah
http://agirlintransit.blogspot.com/

[purl bee]

Sarah M,
A "bump" is the term used by the mill as a unit of measure. A bump is a standard 40 ounces or 2.5 pounds.

Thanks for the great question.

[Jane]

This is an amazing rug. I am continuously inspired by your amazing projects! Excited that this was milled in OH!

[{gemmifer}]

This is a fantastic project! I can't wait for the knitted rug, because that's my thang... I'm not the best crocheter, but I can knit 'til the cows come home.

[jordan]

Yay!!! i've been thinking about crocheting a rug for a few months now but haven't got around to it. Thanks for this great pattern and thanks for coming up with more crochet patterns!!!!

[jordan]

Well, now i'm sad i just saw the price of this yarn... yikes!!! Any suggestions for a more affordable yarn?

[petra]

This is such a lovely pattern, simple and elegant. I am considering to try this one in the cascade magnum and while this is a slightly thinner yarn (hahaha, thinner in this context is slightly hilarious) , the color choices are more versatile. I clearly see multiple rugs in my future :-)

[Dotty]

I love these!! Such a good idea. How long did they take to make?

[Mavis Pakier]

I love the crochet rug! Can't wait to see the knitted one and perhaps make it.

[nicole]

Would LOVE to make this (knitted version) for someone out there...anyone want to buy some yarn and we'll get started!

[erica K]

That looks so cozy! My kids are playing on the floor right now. It would be so nice for them to be sitting on that.

[pamela]

These make me REALLY want to learn to crochet. Love the texture.

[Robyn]

I have been dreaming of crocheting rugs for years - just waiting for the right yarn to come along! How do you think these will wash up? I'm thinking they would be great in the bathroom, but would definitely have to hold up to frequent(ish) washing...

[purl bee]

Hi Jordan-

Cascade Magnum doubled would be a more affordable alternative. You might need to use a slightly smaller hook so it would be best to do a swatch before you got started.

Here's a link to the yarn: http://www.purlsoho.com/purl/products/item/650-Cascade-Yarns-Magnum

Thanks for your question!

- Molly

[purl bee]

Hi Robyn-

These rugs can be spot cleaned but are not machine washable.

Thank you for your nice comment!

- Molly

[heidi]

Can you tell me anything about the corn on the cob print in the back, it is fantastic!

[Julie]

Hi Molly,

Beautiful rugs, I am also going to try making the large one but am among the ones who cannot afford the big stitch alpaca (really wish I could). How many skeins of the Cascade Yarns Magnum would I need to make this?

Julie

[purl bee]

HI Julie-

You will need to double the Magnum so you will need double the total yardage as well.

For the small rug you will need 5 skeins of Magnum (one of which should be rolled into 2 separate balls.) For the large one you would need 9 skeins (again one of these skein should be rolled into 2 separate balls.)

Thanks for your question!- Molly

[Diane]

Do you have a knitted version of this rug made with the Big Stitch Alpaca? Love the crocheted one but would be interested in viewing the knitted version as well. Thanks, Diane

[purl bee]

Hi Diane-

Thanks for your question. We have a knitted version coming soon!

[Kellen Amado]

O tapete é magnifico, aliás todo seu trabalho!

[Judy Hall]

I love these rugs!!! What size crochet hook did you use?

[purl bee]

Hi Judy-

We used a size S crochet hook. You can find the entire pattern here: http://purlbee.squarespace.com/big-stitch-alpaca-rugs/

Thank you!- Molly