DIY Chevron Rug
One of my favorite parts of my most recent project has to be the rug I made. From the very beginning of the project I kept talking about how I was going to make the rug, blah, blah, blah then the time came to actually make it and I freaked out a bit, but in the end it really was super easy.
Here it is in all it’s glory:
You will need the following supplies:
– 2 yards of fabric. I went with this fabric .
– One 6 x 9 dropcloth. I picked mine up at Lowes for $10 bucks
-5 x 8 Rug Gripper that I found a couple rows down at Lowes.
Before you do anything make sure that your fabric and drop cloth is wrinkle free. I went to town with my iron and spray starch.
I started this project a million different ways and kept having bunching as I was trying to attach all the layers, but I finally found a great solution.
Find a piece of free flooring in your home and start layering your pieces.
I laid down my rug gripper first and smoothed it out, then the drop cloth and smoothed it out and finally my fabric right side up and smoothed it out.
Then with everything nice and smooth I lifted up my fabric half way to expose the drop-cloth.
Then sprayed my drop cloth with Tacky Glue Spray. I let it sit for a couple of seconds and the slowly placed my fabric back on top smoothly out the wrinkles and bubbles as I went along.
I then turned around and did the other half of rug the exact same way.
With the drop cloth and fabric secure I then flipped the rug over again with the rug gripper and started to place pins to secure it.
* I thought of using spray glue here also, but with the holes in the rug gripper I thought it would just be a big tacky mess.
I placed the pins about 4 inches in from the edge.
Now it was time to finish up the job. You need to fold over some of the fabric to the back in order to cover the rug gripper so that it doesn’t get stuck in the machine and you can get a nice finished edge. We used the peaks in the chevron as our marker so that we sewed a straight line.
* Because the fabric is 2 yards and the drop cloth is 6 x 9 and the rug gripper is 5 x 8. You will have to cut some pieces of excess fabric along the way.
That is it! You are now all done!
In my research online people that had painted on drop-cloths to use them as rugs recommended to apply poly gloss to protect it. I tried this out on a small piece of extra fabric and it turned a bit yellow so I didn’t do that step.
I would recommend picking up some Scotchgard to protect the fabric from spills and stains.
All in the all this project cost $55
$25 for the fabric plus shipping
$20 for the rug gripper
$10 for the drop cloth
I already had thread at home for the the sewing machine and the spray glue.
If you haven’t already you can check out the rest of room here.
* I’ve gotten a couple of emails/comments asking about the weight of the fabric I used. This fabric is on the heavier side. I added the drop cloth because I wanted added weight to it. I would say the weight of the fabric I picked is about the same as the dropcloth.
I used a normal needle on the sewing machine.
I thought of using fusible interfacing, but it would have been more expensive than spray glue that I already had. If you don’t mind ironing on the floor and have interfacing available then totally use it. I think it would work well.
With the three layers once it’s sewn up it’s actually really sturdy. It stays in place really well and with the scotchguard you have added protection.
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Wow. This is probably the most awesome thing i've seen lately. I NEVER thought to DIY a rug, and am always astounded by how $$$ they are, and therefore continue to use rugs I dislike! I have visions for my office….Thanks for the tutorial!
-Kim
that's pretty incredible and I love how you make it seem so easy 🙂
Wow, I thought you bought that rug. I didn't realize you made it! Awesome!
Amazing! I would have never thought to make my own rug, and you make it sound like something I might actually be able to do. And the apartment looks FANTASTIC by the way.
wow! this is prob the easiest way to get my own chevron rug…i always like when i have seen others do it, but this makes it look good and acheivable….well done!
Thanks so much for sharing about the cookies! My husband is going to be so excited when I surprise him with them.
That is amazing! Did you have to use a bigger needle on your machine? I might have to try this.
one of the best DIY I have seen in a long time… i love it and am going to have to try it. really i have no more word for how fantastic I think this is…AMAZING!!!
just checked ikea's website and they have rug grippers for under $10 don't know how the quality is but drops the price down a bit…
You are seriously my diy hero! This is gorgeous!
Hmm, just one more reason for me to drool over the interiors section of the fabric store – I never have anything to reupholster, but I might have to make a rug!
The room as a whole looks beautiful, by the way. Lucky sis!
oh i LOVE IT!
i could use some of your skills…
your blog is adorible by the way
Wowza. I love it. I may have to steal this for my bedroom!! Awesome job.
get diy idea! Such an affordable option, you givnig my all kinds of ideas 🙂
and adding stain resistant is perfect
Unbelievable! I have seen DIY chevron rugs done with spray paint but this is awesome!! How smart are you? Fabulous job lady!!
very cool idea… have a nice one!
i wish you had accidently made two identical rugs and were desperately trying to get rid of 1…I would be a sweet friend and take it off your hands.
It turned out sooo great. You did a fantastic job & I will be making one someday. When "someday" rolls around I'll be sure to email you some pics!!
<3
Jen
Camila, the rug and room look great! You did such a good job!! Daniela and the girls are lucky ladies! Come to DC soon!!
ps. Aleene's Spray Glue would be better if it was Aileen's hehe.
This is absolutely brilliant and probably my new favorite DIY project ever!
Totally AWESOME !!! I am so inspired to create a rug with fabric now, you rock my world girl !!!!
xoxo
Kate
Everything looks so amazing! You will have another UES project soon 🙂
Love it. Nice pictures too. I would never have thought to use fabric like that for a rug. Now my mind is whirling with options. I'm going to do one for my ever in-progress office. :))
That is amazing! I had no idea that a rug could be DIY'ed. Plus it's beautiful and doesn't look like a DIY project.
Wow, as everyone else has said! This is great, love the way it looks in the room. I got a kick out of the opening paragraph of this post! 🙂
Janell
Wow, as everyone else has said! This is great, love the way it looks in the room. I got a kick out of the opening paragraph of this post! 🙂
Janell
I SOOO wish I had seen this sooner! I have been agonizing because I couldn't find a rug that matches the decor for my craft room. This would be perfect!
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!
Could you use fusible interfacing instead of the glue, since you've got the iron out anyway? Looks great and I may steal the idea for my son's room.
One of the best diy ideas I've ever seen. This one will be copied by the masses. How generous of you to share the idea.
Camilla, I bow down in admiration! Hats off to you, girl. It looks FANTASTIC!
Such a great DIY- I am totally going to have to try this with some fabric I love- you are always coming up the best ideas!
You are pretty amazing. I am so impressed with your design prowess! I love your taste. I spend 90 minutes this weekend going through your blog and have found so many great things through you!
Thank you for sharing!
This is very impressive. Looks awesome!
Awesome! I may do this as an inexpensive way to freshen up my apartment!
Awesome tutorial.. I am going to try to do this in my house! THANK YOU
Girl, you are UH-MA-ZING! I think it's a brilliant idea, and it looks fantastic! Kudos on another killer DIY!
Wow! Awesome project. I might have to try this one.
This is a really great DIY! We're going to be getting a new house soon and this is certainly something I'm going to do! For like every room in my house!
might have to steal this idea — it turned out amazing!
Wow I can't believe this one. What a great DIY. You can change your rug with every season. Really well done.
wow great diy!! i've never thought about making a rug but it looks great! and there are soooo many more cool fabric options compared to rugs!
Love it Camilla! Let us know how it holds up. Great idea!
I would love to try this…I have an obsession with Chevron.
I am so amazed! I can't wait to do this now… my mind is whirling with runners and new kitchen mats.
This is an awesome post!!!! I need rugs for my new house! Instead I will be making some! I am soooo excited!
BRIL-LI-ANT. Seriously. I LOVE IT! What a clever idea! I can't wait to recreate it one of these days. Go you!
Brilliant! Now I want one!
Impressive, my dear. As always.
That is so clever! I'm definitely going to try this one day.
You are a genius!! I would never have thought of this!! It looks absolutely perfect and I love the design. I will definitely try this!!
Karena
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It looks incredible Camila — I'm so impressed!
I'd think an outdoor fabric would be a good choice for this kind of project as well…maybe you could even skip the Scotch guard?
that is pure genius!! i have been searching for just the right rug {that didn't break the bank} for our bedroom – and i think i just found my answer!!! i will definitely be attempting this, thanks so much for sharing! i am a new follower and i even blogged about and credited your genius-ness!! 🙂 Check it out!
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Are you kidding me?? this is so amazing!!
Incredible idea! I cannot wait to try this at home. Now if only I can find a large plot of unoccupied floor space…
fabulous. best DIY project i've seen in a LONG time, plus i love the choice of fabric you went with!
fabulous. best DIY project i've seen in a LONG time, plus i love the choice of fabric you went with!
um…this is pretty dang awesome!
Awesome except for the Scotchguard. It's DEADLY toxic.
Camila this is AWESOME!!!! I am beyond impressed.
What a great DIY. I have been looking for options for our dining room rug since it needs to be at least 12×15. I never thought about using fabric to create exactly what I need. And I can piece together several pieces to get just the size I need.
I love this project! Thanks so much for this, I'll be linking.
Love, Love, Love this!! We featured you at Someday Crafts, so come on over and grab a button!!
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Oh my goodness! I was thinking of even just using a plain drop cloth in one room – but this takes the vote! Love it! Did you use an indoor/outdoor fabric? I think that is what I will try to do as we have a dog, kiddos, husband – well, you know how it is! Thanks for sharing!
So excited to cover some yucky carpet. Thanks for the inspiration.
this is really impressive! would like to try in my home office, i need a weird sized rug. anyway, love the fabric and the finished result!
OMG! This is totally awesome! Love the chevron print you chose, fabulous job.
Where was this a few weeks ago before I spent $500 on our new living room rug?
Good news is I still need a rug for the dining room & I def. think I'm going with this idea!
Amazing! I can't wait to go and make my own! This is going to be exciting.
Love the rug! Cannot believe you did it yourself (I only say that because I cannot do anything like that – at least I do not seem to have the patience!)
Love the rug! Cannot believe you did it yourself (I only say that because I cannot do anything like that – at least I do not seem to have the patience!)
this is absolutely amazing. i have been scouring for the perfect chevron rug and never thought to just make it! ahhhh brilliant. thanks so much 🙂
so brilliant! i saw this posted on Apartment Therapy and hopped on over here. Very creative.
this is fabulous!
love this rug idea!!! i'm featuring you in the next week or so!!
Wow, I most definitely have to give this a try!
Um, you are my hero! Now I will make a gabillion rugs!
Such a wonderful idea! I would make it for my home. But I have dog and cat. Could I vacuum that rug? Or wash it in the washing machine?
Thank you!
Mara
BEST IDEA EVER.
SERIOUSLY!
I have been so afraid of all these painted tutorials because I fear they’ll look a bit too homemade in person. But this is perfection. And you don’t have to stop at chevron or an easy to recreate pattern. I am THRILLED to try this!
i love this. my question is… i have this gross faux oriental rug i got at target years ago that i absolutely hate. i’m thinking i want to try to re-cover it this way… do y’all think it would work if i used the fusible iron spray, etc? it’s a regular-pile area rug…
Hi there
I just came across your post while searching dropcloths in Pinterest :). I love your idea and had been considering something similar for our living room. My question is have you thrown this in the wash? I have washed dropcloths before so it should fit.?.. I have a dog and I find that unless the rug is small enuff to be washed I avoid em b/c they always end up smelly no matter how many vacuums they receive. Also wondering I the use of a thicker carpet padding under would make it more heftier? Thanks for the help 🙂
How did you get a 6×9 rug out of just 2 yards of fabric?