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TROPICAL FISH RUG INFORMATION

 

FACTS ABOUT THIS RUG

 


Inspiration: 2 rugs were made, both sold. The colour is from the inspiration to found in watching tropical fish which do come in the most amazing colours. These 2 rugs are inspired by the quick and iridescent Barbs.

 

Size: 1200 x 600 mm (48 x 24 inches). 30 mm (1.25 inch) thick.

Weight: 3 kg (7 lbs).

 

Made: November 2004. 

No of Strands used: 100 strands of varied ply used to create a tighter density stitch. 

Yarn: Over 250 different wools used in this rug. A combination of 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 John. The tassels are hand knotted.