A flatweave rug of hand-carded wool

A flatweave rug of hand-carded wool

• Hand-carded all-natural wool on cotton foundation
• Flatweave: approximately .6" thick (14-15mm)
• 3" hand-knotted fringe. Fringe is not included in the overall dimensions above.
• Color palette: moss green, bone beige, warm vanilla beige, tan
• We recommend you pair this piece with a rug pad for comfort and longevity
• Due to its handmade nature a 5% variance in size, color and texture is to be expected.

The Collection

Subtle, sophisticated, and soft: what more could you want in a rug? Inspired by our bestselling Halo Rug, the Matta rugs are woven with luxurious hand-carded wool. Hand-carding requires skill and attention, and we use a kilim-style weave to show off the yarn's natural texture.

The Design

In this piece, a blend of New Zealand wool and European wool creates a natural abrash effect from cream to beige to brown. Its touch of color comes in from the cotton warp, shining through the wool weft. Vava's bright grassy green grid reminds us of fuzzy graph paper.

The Material

This rug has a handwoven weft of New Zealand wool, a premium wool beloved for its softness and long fibers, which we mix with European wool for strength. Artisans separate the curly wool into like tones, which adds subtle movement to each area of color. Because undyed wool is relatively unprocessed, less of its lanolin is stripped out, making it both stronger and softer and ultimately, even more luxurious. In this collection, it's handwoven onto a cotton foundation for further durability.

The Maker

Our partner is a small, family-run operation based in Bhadohi, with an in-house spinning mill, dying plant, weaving unit, and washing unit. They're invested in researching new weaving technologies, especially when it comes to improving environmentally-sound practices.

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.

• Vacuum on low power with a non-rotary (no spinning brush) vacuum or suction attachment only.
• Professional cleaning recommended as needed.
• Rotate your rug on occasion to ensure even wear over time.
• 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
• From time to time you may spot tiny flecks of dried hay or grass woven within the fibers-traces of the grazing pastures where the sheep once roamed. These can be removed by hand or with tweezers.
• Because this rug is made from natural wool rich in lanolin, it may release a subtle sheep-like scent when damp. It's simply the fiber's natural character, and it will disappear once dry.