Rugs. Would it be a bit crazy for me to say that they make a space? Probably not because I think I’ve already said it. Grand (and true) statements aside,Ā isn’t it fittingĀ that the items that make a space, are often the ones that are the hardest to actually make yourself? (I’m looking at you Scando furniture and Kilims). But apparently not for some. In a truly unexpected and lovely gesture, recently my boyfriend’s mum sent us this amazing patchwork rug that she made.Ā All the way from down under no less! The shipping alone would have been eye watering.
Turns out, Margaret sewed this patchwork style rug using pieces of thick KilimĀ she had in the form upholstery fabric samples. Genius right? In order to put it together, first she sewed a blanket stitch all the way around each rectangleĀ so that they wouldn’t fray too much, and thenĀ sewed it all togetherĀ along the blanket stitch. Time consuming but worth it right? Love!
Photos by Nicola Lemmon
If you’re lovingĀ colourful home projects like this one, check out this flower project and these easy cushions.
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omg that IS genius!! even second hand rugs are expensive! *off to ebay to find upholstery samples*
Lindo tapete Geneva, sem falar do trabalho artesanal de sua sogra, que o torna ainda mais especial.
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That’s so thoughtful of her! And an amazing creation too
Ooh! Lovely! I might have to try this!
I agree entirely that a rug can really make a space and have been on the hunt for one for my living room for quite some time now – I just can’t seem to find one that suits the kind of style I am trying to go for. Really impressed that Margaret MADE this particular one. It’s absolutely beautiful.
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Amazing!! We’re decorating our living space with a Southwestern theme, and I totally agree that rugs make the space!
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This rug is so pretty! Your boyfriend’s mum made and amazing work! Really really beautiful!
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Wow !
This rug is amazing.
Totally in love with it.
xx Julia
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Wow, amazing! Thanks for sharing!!!!
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Love the colours! Love the idea! You are one lucky girl!
That rug is adorable…the colors blend so well together
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What a fabulous idea…it look super. Happy Nesting!
This camera view is amazing – need to trie it out and I LOOOOVE your Blog š
amazing!!!
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Beautiful!! Loved your sandals btw
Lots of love, xx
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Beautiful!
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I love your sandals! š Where’d you get it?