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Woven Legends is a pioneer in the return to natural dyes and handspun yarn. Established in 1980, we created an unprecedented model of cooperation for art and commerce to flourish in Eastern Turkey. Our production of handknotted carpets and tapestries extends to India, Romania and China.

 
RugMark is working to end illegal child labor in the carpet industry and to offer educational opportunities to children in South Asia. We are pleased to be a sponsor of the New York International Carpet Show.

     Haynes Robinson is nationally renowned as a designer of innovative new products. Haynes has traveled the world establishing carpet productions and now introduces a premiere line from Iran. Sahar was conceived as a synthesis of modern design and primitive culture -- the designer's rare sense of color and pattern fulfilled by artisan weavers of Qashqa'i tribes in remote southern Iran.  His "form from color" approach uses color as the fundamental design element and allows the utmost flexibility in expression and interpretation.

 
 Founded in 1994, the Tamarian company has grown to become one of the leading importers of Tibetan rugs in the United States. One of its principal achievements is its extensive range of over 200 program designs. These include contemporary, traditional and transitional lines.  In addition, Tamarian is one of the leading producers of custom Tibetan rugs, providing an essential resource to retailers and the design trade for special orders.  Custom rugs can be made in any size, color and design that the imagination can conceive.

At Kooches the integrity of each carpet is the primary concern. All the painstaking steps made in their extremely labor intensive production are made with the intent to make the best carpet possible. The same fantastic wool, expertly created vegetable dyes, and gentle hand processing is used for all of the company’s knotted and woven carpets. Kooches’ expertise in developing unique weaves and textures enables the production of five unique knotted qualities and five different woven qualities. Tom DeMarco is the design force at the firm, which was launched in 2002 and debuted at the 2007 New York International Carpet Show. He has over 20 years experience including numerous years at Odegard, Inc. and Tufenkian Tibetan Caarpets.

     John Kurtz, designer and producer of New Moon, is a nationally recognized expert in the complex field of Oriental rugs. Through his PBS series, John has introduced millions of viewers to the world of Oriental rugs. Each rug in the collection is an original design. A trained artist, John sketches and paints eachrug design before they are handwoven in Nepal from the most spectacular materials in the world -- handspun 100% Tibetan wool and, in a select few, luxurious Chinese silk. As a founding member of the RUGMARK foundation, New Moon works to abolish illegal child labor. New Moon was founded in 1993 and is a small, family-owned company dedicated to the highest standard of design and workmanship.

 

 

     We are based in Los Angeles and are third generation rug producers and weavers from Afghanistan. We started our production in 1997and specialize in decorative reproductions using hand-spun wool and natural dyes.Our goal is to recreate the old classic decorative rugs and add our own personal touch. We are currently working on line of contemporary rugs which are designed by one of my brothers Jawid Ahmadi.

 

 

 

Yayla, founded in 1980, has almost from its inception been dedicated to two principles:  
First, the creation of the highest quality rugs possible using all traditional materials, 
hand-carded, handspun wool and all vegetable dyes.  Secondly, a global vision 
whereby Yayla folds all of its profits into educational work in the communities in 
which it produces rugs.

 

CARAVAN RUG CORPORATION info@caravanrug.com  

Experienced dealers in prized antique carpets for many years, Caravan Rugs introduced the Bamyan Collection – superb handmade reproductions of fashionable 17th and 18th century carpets with palettes that reflect today’s taste. Patterns reflect classic designs that decorated princely palaces along the legendary Silk Road. Crafted by skilled Afghani weavers, these rugs use time-honored techniques, such as handspun mountain wool rich in lanolin and enlivened by vegetal dyes.  Showrooms are located in Los Angeles and Atlanta and there is a national network of Caravan dealers. Designers have access to the company’s expertise and custom weaving capability for their projects.

 

 

 
 

 
    Building on three generations of experience in the rug industry, Azad USA has established a reputation as the quality importer of Oriental rugs from around the world, including Iran, Pakistan, Turkey, China and Europe. They also sell magnificent silk carpets. Located on the West Coast, with operations in the Middle East, Europe and the United States, Azad USA provide the trade with fine quality rugs at highly competitive prices, meeting the needs of designers and retailers with hand woven masterpieces that represent both traditional and contemporary styling.

PACIFIC COLLECTION tloom@qwest.net  

The Pacific Collection was established in 1997. Our lines are hand-woven in the villages around Central and Northern Afghanistan with hand-spun wool using natural dyes and traditional weaving methods. Our designs are re-creations of highly collectible antique rugs such as Heriz, Feraghan Sarouk, Bijar, Oushak, Sultanabad, Tabriz, Serapi, and other tribal weavings. They are made in sizes 3x5 through 12x16 feet.

THE CREATIVE TOUCH www.creativetouchrugs.com

The Creative Touch specializes in high-end antique reproductions of Persian designs and selected examples of the remarkably refined Moghul carpets from India. These carefully studied designs represent their true origins by using handspun wool and natural vegetable dyes. The Samsun Collection is a work of art reflecting characteristics of the 16th, 19th, and early 20th century Tabriz, Tabriz “Vase”, Safavid, and Hadji Jalili carpets. Zara represents the mystical, primitive looks of the 19th century Bakshaish, Mahal and Heriz carpets.

TIBET RUG COMPANY www.tibetrugcompany.com

Tibet Rug Company emerged in 1991 with a clear vision to unite indigenous Tibetan weaving techniques with contemporary design & create a versatile collection of truly unique area rugs. Hand-spun and hand-knotted in Nepal from the finest hand-carded 100% Tibetan wool, Tibet Rug Company’s award-winning rugs are borne of pure craftsmanship. Distinctive color palettes and original patterns appeal to a broad range of North American tastes.  Rugs are programmed in sizes from 2x3 to 10x14 plus 8’ and 10’ runners, rounds and custom sizes.

TIBETANO info@tibetano.com

Since its start in 2000, Tibetano has made an indelible mark in the ever changing Modern rug industry. With designs that are both contemporary and timeless. The company is represented in some of the top showrooms in the country. Innovations in color, along with prolific product development, position Tibetano designs at the forefront of the rug market. Since its start in 2000, Tibetano has made an indelible mark in the ever changing Modern rug industry. With designs that are both contemporary and timeless. The company is represented in some of the top showrooms in the country. Innovations in color, along with prolific product development, position Tibetano designs at the forefront of the rug market.

J.D. STARON www.jdstaron.com
 

J.D. Staron Galleries creates and imports unique floor-coverings for all types of projects. Their design studio offers services to designers and decorators who want to customize a carpet from an existing library of patterns, or to develop something completely new from cutting edge materials and textures. The goal is to offer rugs and tapestries that express innovative weaving techniques, coloration and texture, yet are not isolated from the rich history and tradition of rug weaving.  Trade-only showrooms are located in New Canaan and at 969 Third Avenue in New York City. Each of their creations is made under the company’s direct supervision. 

ASHA CARPETS www.AshaCarpets.com

D&K WHOLESALE  www.dkwh.com 
The company offers running lines in handknotted and tufted carpets from India, with a broad range of looks 
from Mir designs to contemporary patterns. D&K Wholesale also offers one of the largest selections of older  
pieces in the US, featuring beautiful Kerman, Tabriz and Sarouk carpets, among others, in unusual sizes 
and oversizes up to 19' x 43'.
OTHER LINKS THAT YOU MIGHT FIND USEFUL: 

www.icoc-orientalrugs.org 

International Conference on Oriental Carpets (ICOC): Excellent educational source for conferences, exhibitions, tours; you can buy beautiful and useful reference books on Oriental rugs. The next destination event is in Stockholm with tours to Copenhagen and St Petersburg, Russia, mid-June 2011.

www.acor-rugs.org
American Conference on Oriental Rugs: every two years in the USA. Great exhibits and hands-on discussions about mostly tribal & village rugs.
www.rugidea.com
A useful trade site for modern Persian handmade carpets.
www.spongobongo.com
a huge site, with an amazing amount of content related to mainly antique Oriental rugs of collectible quality.
www.rugandcarpets.com
A trade site for carpets from various countries.
www.HALI.com
The leading magazine on the art, history and business of Oriental rugs. Exquisitely produced in London.
www.hf-usa.com/domotex 
Organizers of major trade fairs including Domotex, the vast carpet shows, in Germany and Dubai.
www.oriental-carpets.com
A good site for finding oversized carpets.
www.madayancarpets.com
This company in Zurich has many antique carpets for sale.
www.jozan.net
A rich and varied platform for just about everything in the Oriental carpet world.
www.ORRAINC.com
A trade association, Oriental Rug Retailers of America, whose members are dedicated to high standards of business practice.
www.RugInsider.com
An excellent magazine serving the Oriental carpet industry mostly in the USA; a reliable source of up-to-date trade information.
www.RugArt.org
This site focuses on carpet weaving in Iran, including artistic, historic and cultural aspects. Other related articles appear, such as 'Rugs in Orientalist Paintings.'
www.RugNews.com
A newsy site with current trade events and personalities in the modern carpet industry.
www.naturalhomerugs.com 
Direct importer and manufacturer of natural fiber area rugs in sisal, seagrass. bamboo and jute. 
www.OrientalCarpets.com
The website of Paul Shaper Productions, a company that offers essential marketing and design services to the carpet industry, such as calendars, postcards, direct-mail, etc.
www.ambiencesoleil.com
A French company specializing in interior design, contemporary and traditional Oriental carpets and contemporary sofas.
www.homelinen.co.uk
A source of home furnishing linens, luxurious window treatments and table covers.
www.astoundinginteriors.co.uk
Professional luxury & contemporary interior design for kitchens, bathrooms, residential & commercial, nightclubs, bars; services include web design, illustrators, branding, logos. Based in Kent.