Patchwork Rugs

Can't decide which print, colour or motif to incorporate into your rug? We got what you need! Because a patchwork rug has everything in one. What exactly is a patchwork rug? A patchwork rug is characterised by different patches of fabric with all sorts of different prints, patterns and palettes. The name patchwork is therefore derived from the English 'patch', which simply means 'piece'. Putting all those different patches together creates a unique rug where you discover a small work of art every time. Looking for a patchwork rug? Find them here in all kinds, colours and sizes!

Patchwork rugs are versatile, surprising and original

How are patchwork rugs made? The technique behind these cheerful rugs was actually born out of a kind of need. In the 18th century, many households were struggling. To stay warm, many families had to make ends meet. Literally, in this case. To make warm rugs, people knotted together old pieces of textiles such as clothes or curtains to create a new whole, consisting of this patchwork. How did the technique behind patchwork rugs originate? After WWII, the craft of patchwork grew into a worldwide hobby. What baby didn't get a patchwork blanket from its neighbour or sugar aunt? Luckily, you can also enjoy the splendour of patchwork later in life. Crafted into a vintage patchwork rug. A rug patchwork has the unique ability to brighten up any room. The different colours, patterns and designs stand out but effortlessly find their place in any room.

Several variants of the patchwork rug

What is possible with patchwork rugs? There are several possibilities in the patchwork spectrum. To start with, patchwork rugs in a colour theme. This means that the rug contains different shades of the respective colour or consists of a unique mix of colours. Think of a rug patchwork with all different colour combinations such as grey with ochre yellow or sea blue with old pink. We also have patchwork rugs that really contain patches of different designs such as baroque, stripes, parts of rose kilims rugs or prints of Persian rugs. How to combine patchwork rugs? To do the rug justice, it is best to combine the busy rug with plain furniture. The contrast between the furniture enhances the strengths of both components and creates an interior in which you are constantly discovering new things. In addition, the combination with jute or hemp rugs gives a surprising effect as quiet, authentic materials are combined with colour and print. In short: you will never tire of a patchwork rug!