Rug Chronicles: Exploring the World of Persian & Oriental Rugs

Persian Garden Carpet: Mapping Paradise in Weave

Persian Garden Carpet: Mapping Paradise in Weave

Step onto a Persian garden carpet and read how woven chahar bagh plans, water motifs and botanical detail translate garden design into textile. This piece explains materials, layouts and practical...

Persian Garden Carpet: Mapping Paradise in Weave

Step onto a Persian garden carpet and read how woven chahar bagh plans, water motifs and botanical detail translate garden design into textile. This piece explains materials, layouts and practical...

The Boteh Motif: From Persia to Paisley

The Boteh Motif: From Persia to Paisley

A classic Persian emblem, the Boteh traces a path from ancient cypress symbolism to Western Paisley. This article explores its origins, weaving techniques and practical styling and care advice for...

The Boteh Motif: From Persia to Paisley

A classic Persian emblem, the Boteh traces a path from ancient cypress symbolism to Western Paisley. This article explores its origins, weaving techniques and practical styling and care advice for...

Animal Motifs in Rugs: From Rams' Horns to Birds & More

Animal Motifs in Rugs: From Rams' Horns to Bird...

Rugs carry a visual language: rams' horns, birds and mythic beasts all transmit symbolic meaning. This guide decodes those motifs and shows how to recognise, interpret and place them within...

Animal Motifs in Rugs: From Rams' Horns to Bird...

Rugs carry a visual language: rams' horns, birds and mythic beasts all transmit symbolic meaning. This guide decodes those motifs and shows how to recognise, interpret and place them within...

Tree of Life Rugs: Symbolism and Persian Origins

Tree of Life Rugs: Symbolism and Persian Origins

A woven canopy of myth and craft, the tree of life motif links paradise imagery and everyday interiors. This guide explains Persian origins, regional variations and practical advice on choosing...

Tree of Life Rugs: Symbolism and Persian Origins

A woven canopy of myth and craft, the tree of life motif links paradise imagery and everyday interiors. This guide explains Persian origins, regional variations and practical advice on choosing...

A Minimalist Guide to Styling a Persian Rug

A Minimalist Guide to Styling a Persian Rug

A hand-knotted Persian rug can quietly anchor a minimalist room or create a rich focal point. This guide explains colour choices, texture and sizing to help you place a handmade...

A Minimalist Guide to Styling a Persian Rug

A hand-knotted Persian rug can quietly anchor a minimalist room or create a rich focal point. This guide explains colour choices, texture and sizing to help you place a handmade...

Weaving a Rug: How Long Does It Take?

Weaving a Rug: How Long Does It Take?

Handmade rugs often take months or years to finish, driven by knot density, materials and dye work. This guide breaks down typical weaving hours, stages and regional differences so you...

Weaving a Rug: How Long Does It Take?

Handmade rugs often take months or years to finish, driven by knot density, materials and dye work. This guide breaks down typical weaving hours, stages and regional differences so you...