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Floor cloths were started by sailors' wives in 17th century France. The thrifty, creative women used old sails to create beautiful floor coverings. According to a recent story by Kim Cook, the sturdy ...

Braided rag rugs have been around for centuries, and with good cause: they’re an ideal use of upcycled fabric, and they’re so sturdy that they can last a really long time. Since you’ll likely be ...