The Story: Kilim
We’ve just launched our first kilim cushion collection and I want to share a bit of kilim history and explain why these beauties are so special. Design lovers and textile enthusiasts may have heard about kilims, but what’s the 411?
In essence, a kilim is a handwoven, pileless textile that is made using a flat weaving technique. It originated as a Turkish heritage rug craft but they’re also made in many middle eastern and south asian countries.
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So, what’s so cool about these cushions?
1. THEY'RE VINTAGE
Each of our kilim cushions started out in life as a rug. They’ve seen some things and they’ve got some stories to tell. This also means that every one is quite literally one-of-a-kind. Occasionally we’ll have a few different cushions that are made from the same rug but even then no two are exactly the same.
2. TEXTURE, TEXTURE, TEXTURE
They were originally handwoven from wool, hemp and cotton and have a beautiful nubby textural feel that is simultaneously soft and hardwearing. Like a fine wine, these only get better with age!
3. THE STORY
The rugs (and by extension, cushions) are pieces of art, with each one telling a different story. The artisan would traditionally weave symbols and motifs in the rug design in order to tell a story or evoke a feeling.
4. A REAL PERSON MADE THIS
From rug to cushion they’re 100% handwoven, handstitched, handmade. You can’t help but admire the craftsmanship and artistry of each piece.
5. REUSE, REDUCE, RECYCLE
FINAL THOUGHTS...
