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CHRISTMAS RUG INFORMATION

 

FACTS ABOUT THIS RUG

 


• The design is inspired by the colours associated with Christmas and with winter and warmth in mind.
• Size 1900 x 900 mms (75 x 36 inches). 30 mms (1.25 inch) thick.
• Weight 7 kg (16 lbs).
• Made October 2004.
• 100 strands of varied ply used to create a tighter density stitch.
• Over 300 different wools used in this rug.
• Mixed Fibres 70% Wool, 30% mixed fibres eg cotton, silk, acrylic, lycra.
• The body of the rug is hand knitted on handmade needles - made by Rachel. The tassels are hand knotted.