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Hand-Loomed Rugs & Pillows
2019

Hand-Loomed Rugs & Pillows

Some of our beloved rugs are back in stock, so we thought we'd share a bit more about what goes into the process of making what we consider to be pieces of art. 

Our rugs can take several weeks or even several months to make, depending on the size. Each rug or pillow is hand-loomed by a single artisan, using techniques passed down through the generations in a family-run workshop in Peru. Each piece is therefore a unique work of art.

The process starts with the flocks of sheep found in the highlands of Puno City. Their wool is used for the 100% wool yarn, which is hand-dyed in small quantities using water-based dyes. The highly-skilled weavers then work on a traditional loom to hand-make each piece with care.

There are four main types of rugs. While our rugs are hand-loomed, others are machine-made, flat woven/handwoven or hand-tufted. We recommend that our hand-loomed rugs are spot-cleaned with natural, dye-free detergent.

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Holidays With Makelle Ahlin
2018

Holidays With Makelle Ahlin

We first stumbled upon Makelle Ahlin’s Instagram account long ago (@makelleahlin.and.thelostboys), and we quickly grew fond her three mischievous (and simply adorable) little boys, Grizz, Boone and...

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Young Poets Society Inspiration
2019

Young Poets Society Inspiration

As flowers begin to blossom again this spring, our imaginations are running wild with what the future may hold. This collection celebrates the uniqueness of every dreamer, from poets to dancers and...

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