custom carpets
The custom process allows our clients to create, by hand, a carpet that fits their individual needs. Our years of experience can help facilitate the selection of pattern, scale, weave, and materials. The goal is to actualize a carpet that reflects the unique character and style of the individual.

  • design
    Choose from hundreds of existing patterns, or bring us a design idea we can
    help you translate to a carpet.

  • size
    Custom carpets can be ordered in any size or shape. Looms are large enough
    to accommodate rugs up to 24ft x 30ft.

  • color
    Hundreds of yarn colors are available to choose from. Tweed colors together
    for added texture.

  • knot count
    Knot counts range from 40 to 150 knots per inch. The higher the knot count
    the thinner the rug, and the more detail we can achieve.

  • materials
    Our custom carpets are woven with Tibetan wool, Chinese silk, hemp or a
    combination of all three.

Lawson Watercolor
This is an example of a recent project we did from an original watercolor painting. This carpet was designed by Karen Lawson, of Lawson Design Studio, and woven by Dorje handwoven rugs.
Watercolor painting
    Karen Lawson asked us to turn her watercolor painting into a carpet. This was a complicated
    project since we had to mimic the brush strokes and copy the subtle variation in color.
Computer rendering
    A computer rendering was created to show layout of color, pattern, and scale. The ribbon design
    is silk, and the remaining field color is wool.
Carpet graph
    A graph was made of the carpet indicating every knot of the carpet. Each box translates to an
    individual knot of the rug.
Computer rendering of corner sample
    Once the layout is finalized, it is time to weave a corner sample. A computer rendering of the
    sample is designed to show all the colors used in the final rug.
Woven corner sample
    The woven corner sample arrives in approximately 6-8 weeks. We always recommend ordering
    a corner sample first to avoid any disappointments.
Finished carpet
    This is a photo of the final carpet. It measured approximately 12ft x 12ft.

    For more information on this custom carpet, contact Karen Lawson at Lawson Design Studio.
    (206)780-1768.



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