Hand-Knotted
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Hand-Knotted Rugs
Hand-knotted rugs are the summit of the craft, woven one knot at a time on a vertical loom by master artisans who read patterns the way musicians read scores. Months, sometimes years, of rhythmic knotting translate artwork into a dense, supple pile of New Zealand wool and silk that shimmers with nuanced color shifts. The result is a textile strong enough to outlast generations yet refined enough for today’s most curated interiors. To own one is to hold a living piece of cultural heritage underfoot.
Knot-by-Knot Technique
Each design row is tied entirely by hand, locking thousands of individual knots around cotton warps for unmatched longevity.
KPSI & Clarity
Higher knots-per-square-inch (100–300 KPSI) sharpen motifs and lend a silk-like hand feel.
Materials
Long-staple New Zealand wool blended with Mulberry silk delivers both resilience and luminous sheen.
Time Investment
An 8 × 10 ft piece can require 3 to 6 months of continuous weaving - craft measured in seasons, not minutes.
Artisan Skill
2 to 4 weavers, often family teams, work in harmony to keep patterns perfectly true across the loom.
Design Freedom
From micro-gradients to sculpted reliefs, nearly any artwork can be rendered knot-for-knot.
Organic Character
Hand-spun yarn and subtle loom variations create the gentle abrash that machines can’t mimic.
Ethical Production
GoodWeave-certified workshops guarantee fair wages, safe conditions, and zero child labour.
Finishing Rituals
Rugs are hand-washed, stretched, and sun-dried to set dyes and relax the pile for an even lay.
Texture Options
Carving or selective low-pile clipping adds sculptural depth without sacrificing durability.
Investment Value
Limited production and handmade pedigree mean these rugs often appreciate as coveted heirlooms.
Easy Care
Regular vacuuming plus an occasional professional wash keep colours vivid for decades.
