Crocheted Loop Stitch Rug Pattern

Sheer Brilliance : This pattern contains direction to crochet the rug pictured. This is a bright and colorful rug, crocheted using in 6 colors. It is completed using the loop stitch, giving it textural interest. The finished rug measures 22 x 27 ... of course it wold not be too difficult to increase the size, as desired. Instructions are included to make the loop stitch, in case it is not already in your skill kit, as well as a full page chart for the color layout. The pattern is vintage American Thread.

Materials: AMERICAN THREAD "AUNT LYDIA'S" HEAVY RUG YARN 7 - 70 yd. skeins Moss, 4 - 70 yd. skeins each Watermelon, Chartreuse and Peacock, 3 - 70 yd. skeins Orange, 2 - 70 yd. skeins Old Rose;   Aluminum Crochet Hook Size J;   Tapestry Needle

GAUGE for Foundation: 3 sts = 1 inch 6 rows = 2-1/2 inches