A plush pile wool rug with minimalist motifs

A plush pile wool rug with minimalist motifs

• New Zealand wool on wool and cotton foundation
• You may find traces of dried hay, grass, or straw in your rug as grazing sheep often collect plant matter in their coats. Remove gently by hand or with tweezers.
• Authentic wool fibers were used to weave this rug. Please note that when wool gets damp, it will smell like a wet sheep. This is the scent of lanolin, which acts as a waxy barrier against dirt and moisture.
• Plush pile (approximately 1″ high)
• 4.5″ hand-braided fringe. Fringe is not included in the overall dimensions above.
• Color palette: cream, espresso brown
• Dimensions: 2’6″ x 9′ (76 cm x 274 cm)
• As with all hand-knotted plush pile rugs, expect shedding in the first few months
• The shedding quantity and duration varies by foot traffic and rug construction
• Shedding is typical for most rugs for the first 6-9 months
• Due to its handmade nature a 5% variance in size, color and texture is to be expected.

The Collection

Hand-drawn in black and white, the Sketch Collection features beautiful silky shag rugs of hand-knotted New Zealand wool. Unspeakably soft, with a luscious plush pile that’s full of movement, these are rugs you’ll want to live with forever. You sink into them when you walk across, and several have a hand-braided fringe. As with all extra-soft and wooly shag rugs, these babies shed at first. Easy to use because they’re both classic and modern, this collection works in any style of home, and complements pretty much any color scheme.

The Design

These rugs feature simple, line-based motifs in a deep brownish-black. Our team reduced their designs to their most simple: they kept taking away and taking away, in an almost rhythmic fashion. Esquisse is a runner with an off-kilter modern central medallion.

The Material

Shag rugs for you to sink your feet into, the Sketch collection is woven of New Zealand wool, a premium wool beloved for its softness, shine, and long fibers. Like all wools, it has a hydrophobic layer which repels dust and dirt, as well as lanolin, which provides its trademark luster and protects the fiber from breaking or shedding. We mix it with Indian wool and hand-knot it onto a wool and cotton foundation for added durability.

The Maker

Our partner is a third-generation family-run weaving house in Bhadohi, India. They specialize in plush pile rugs, and their immense knowledge helped us improve construction for durability and less shedding. Their values are twofold: creating the highest-quality product and taking care of their team, supporting their weavers in whatever they need.

The Designer

Our in-house, all-star design team collaborates across three different countries. Based in Los Angeles, Istanbul, and Mumbai, they put a lot of thought into each and every collection they design. Starting with the weave itself, they determine material and technique, then create moodboards to capture the look and feel before starting to design. When designs are finalized, they conduct an extensive sampling process, perfecting each style and color before it goes to production.

• Dust and dirt that accumulate in your rug can erode the fibers over time. The best way to combat this is to take your rug outside and give it a good shake every couple of weeks. Depending on how large it is, you may need to recruit a friend to help. Also, be sure to get a rug pad-this helps to preserve your rug in spite of dirt.
• If shaking it out isn’t possible, you can vacuum it instead-just be cautious, and don’t use a rotary vacuum, because it can damage the fibers. Once or twice a month, use the suction attachment gently, from side to side. Once or twice a year, flip your rug over and vacuum the back. To ensure equal wear and protect against walk patterns, change your rug’s direction periodically.
• Vacuum on low power with a non-rotary (no spinning brush) vacuum or suction attachment only.
• Lightly vacuum the rug once a week
• Once a year, let it sunbathe. Hang it in the sun for a few hours when it’s hottest, and flip it over midway through, to expose both sides to direct sunlight. This sun-bleaching helps further sanitize the wool. It’s a natural method to bleach and deodorize it.
• Use a high-quality rug pad to absorb shock and reduce damage to the pile
• Due to the hand-crafted nature of our rugs, you can expect to see light shedding, matting, and signs of fiber and thread breakage over time. For high traffic areas, these effects may occur more quickly and easily.
• Spot cleaning instructions:
• Lightly dampen a paper towel or cloth with clean water
• Gently blot the affected area with your damp towel or cloth to dilute the stain
• If the stain persists, try using an unscented, citrus-free, clear soap to avoid bleaching the textile.
• Repeat this process until the stain is removed