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Needlework - Latch Hook

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Overview

Wooden handle, metal stem, with hook at the end and a small extension (latch).

Historical information

Latch hooking is an easy and versatile rug-making technique that involves using a special tool called a latch hook to knot short strands of yarn through a rug canvas. Latch hooking is used to make rugs, wall hangings, cushions, and other decorative items.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-124-2026.217
Item type
Needlework Equipment
Themes
Art and Design
Leisure
Material
Metal
Wood
Inscriptions and markings

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Contextual information

Latch hooking involves using the tool to pull yarn through the holes of a canvas. The process is to wrap a strand of yarn around the hook, insert it into a square of the canvas, and then pull the hook back out. The latch catches the yarn and knots it in place. This process is repeated row by row until the design is complete

Keywords
sewing
Needlework Equipment
Primary significance criteria
Artistic or aesthetic significance
Social or spiritual significance
Last modified
Thursday, 30 July, 2026
Completeness
83
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