ABOUT HANDKNOTTING
Originating in Tibet, this weaving method
wraps yarn carefully around two warps and a temporary rod. Once the rod is covered with loops, a cut is made to form a pile. Composed of thousands of individual knots, it requires highly skilled artisans
and time, making them
very high quality and long.
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ABOUT HAND-TUFTING
Hand-tufted rugs are created with strands of wool punched through the backing using a handheld tufting tool. Once the design is complete, a layer of backing is applied to secure the tufts, and the surface is sheared to reveal a soft, even pile. The pile can be sheared into various heights and patterns, allowing for variations in both feel and design and creating a hardwearing, soft finish.
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ABOUT FLATWEAVE
On horizontal looms, artisans pass the weft yarns carefully through the warp, beating them tightly into place to form a strong, flat surface to create a tactile, versatile flatweave.
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DESIGNED BY
Pelican House
Pelican House is a full-service design studio that exists to connect its clients with artisans via the power of leading design.
We believe in creating uniquely personal collections for the world's top designers, and their customers, providing them with both cachet and a fresh, escapist experience.
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Our Ethical Partnerships
We see ourselves as creative mediators between our buyers and artisans based in Nepal and India. Our model is driven by their creativity, and we are committed to preserving their past, present and future. We want to elevate their talents via our uncompromising approach to design, and tell their story at scale via the quality, reliability & robustness of our global supply chain.
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