Crochet Octagon Rug of Diamonds No 1034

Octagonal Rug Made of Crocheted Diamonds:  This pattern gives directions to crochet the rug pictured.  This is a beginner easy rug in single crochet.  Octagonal Rug made of crocheted diamonds which are made separately and sewn together and finished with a fringe. It is ideal in bedroom, or in front of the fire-place.   Each medallion measures 5 inches long and 2-3/4" wide. The finished rug is 35 inches.   A layout chart is included.  

This is a Mail Order pattern purchased through newspaper advertisements and catalogs.  This pattern was marketed by The Needlework Bureau as No 1034 in 1943. 

MATERIALS REQUIRED: 4 spools carpet warp NATURAL; 4 spools RED; 2 spools BLUE; 5 spools BLACK; Steel crochet hook No.3 American Gauge or No.11 Canadian