Eggshell-Blue Dhurrie from Sitapur with Woven Motifs and Stripes

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Eggshell-Blue Dhurrie from Sitapur with Woven Motifs and Stripes

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Name: Eggshell-Blue Dhurrie from Sitapur with Woven Motifs and Stripes
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: SCA70
Price: 65.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Specifications

	SCA70
	Pure Wool
	56 inch x 27 inch
	Weight 1 kg

Delivery and Return Policies

	Returns and Exchanges accepted within 7 days
	Free Delivery

Easy Returns

Return within 7 days of
order delivery.See T&Cs

Fully Insured

All orders are fully insured
to ensure peace of mind.

100% Handmade

All products are
MADE IN INDIA.

A Touch of Tradition

Introduce a vibrant and authentic touch to your home with this meticulously handwoven dhurrie. Originating from Sitapur, India, a region renowned for its rich weaving traditions, this piece embodies the artistry and skill passed down through generations. The dhurrie is a testament to the enduring appeal of classic design, offering both visual interest and a sense of cultural heritage.

Artisanal Craftsmanship

Every aspect of this dhurrie speaks to the dedication of the artisans who created it. Crafted entirely from pure wool, the rug boasts a soft, comfortable texture underfoot while ensuring durability and longevity. The weaving process is a labor of love, resulting in a unique and characterful piece that stands apart from mass-produced alternatives. The tight weave provides a resilient surface suitable for a variety of settings within your home.

Design and Aesthetics

The dhurrie’s design is a harmonious blend of traditional motifs and contemporary color palettes. The soothing eggshell-blue base provides a calming backdrop for the intricate woven patterns that adorn its surface. Horizontal stripes in various shades of grey, white and red add a dynamic rhythm, creating a visually engaging composition. Interspersed throughout the design are stylized motifs in black, orange, and yellow, adding pops of color and depth. The eye is drawn to the central design element, a larger, more complex motif that anchors the composition and adds a focal point. The edges of the dhurrie are finished with elegant fringe, adding a soft, decorative element.

Versatile Decor

This dhurrie is incredibly versatile, seamlessly integrating into a variety of decor styles. Its size is perfect for adding a touch of warmth and personality to smaller spaces such as entryways, hallways, or cozy reading nooks. It can also be used as a statement piece in larger rooms, bringing texture and color to your living space. Its relatively flat weave makes it a practical choice for high-traffic areas, while its soft wool construction adds comfort. Whether your style is bohemian, modern, rustic, or eclectic, this dhurrie will effortlessly enhance your home's aesthetic. The subtle color palette works well with both neutral and vibrant color schemes, offering a flexible foundation for your interior design.

From Fiber to Finery: Unveiling the Craftsmanship Behind Handmade Rug Creation

A carpet serves as a textile floor covering and can be seen in almost all Asian homes. European nations also are fascinated by their beauty and thus hand-knotted carpets are in great demand all over the world. A carpet typically consists of an upper layer of fabric and backing attached to it. Carpets can be made in any color by using dyed fibers. Different types of motifs and patterns are fabricated or embroidered on the fabric to beautify the floor. Indian craftsmen make carpets in such a way that every piece bears designs with attention to detail. Bright colors and high-quality fabric are used for their production.

Hand-knotted carpets are made using different types of techniques such as the Turkish knot (symmetrical), Persian knot (asymmetrical), Jufti Knot (tied around four warps instead of two), or Spanish knot (solo warp symmetrical). Common materials used in the making of the finest carpets are cotton, silk, wool, and jute.

1. Wool collection and processing

This is the step in the carpet-making process in which the best quality raw wool is imported or bought from the market. It is then cleaned and any unwanted particles are removed by washing it thoroughly. Now the clean wool is dried in the sun for two to three days.

2. Woolen yarn spinning

Spinning involves a process called carding which is either done on carding rollers run by hand or with the help of a carding brush. This wool is now spun into yarn by spinning it on a spinning wheel, also called a charkha. The thickness of the yarn depends on the type and quality of the carpet to be made.

3. Dyeing yarn

After the yarn is obtained, it is then dyed into different colors as per the requirement. The dyed yarn is now allowed to be sun-dried for at least two days.

4. Designing

Designing a carpet is time-consuming and the most important step. The size, designs/patterns, and colors of the carpet contribute to the overall look of the carpet. The artisan first draws the design on paper and then copies it on graph paper.

5. Weaving (Hand-knotting)

Weaving involves two important parts; weft (dyed yarn) and warp (reeled yarn). The warp yarn is loaded to the vertical loom and the graph paper containing the carpet sample design is put in front of the weaver. Each weft yarn is knotted to each warp yarn by hand. In this way, the whole carpet is weaved and the desired pattern is obtained.

6. Washing

The carpet is now sent for washing multiple times with water and cleansing agents to remove dust and dirt from it.

7. Clipping and Binding

Now any protruding knots and extra threads are cut off using scissors and clippers. Now the craftsmen ensure that all four sides of the carpet and weaves are locked by stitches so that the carpet remains intact and strong.

8. Final washing and drying

The carpet is again washed and dried for the last time to make it appear absolutely neat and clean, ready to be put for sale.

Handmade carpets are often more expensive than those made by machines. It takes a minimum of six months to complete one carpet and this elaborate process involves around 20 - 25 artisans working at the same time.

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