Homemade charm with a handmade Kilim rug
In an era of mass-produced, identical, soulless products, there is something particularly charming about handmade goods, such as these Fair trade handmade Kilim rugs from Namaste. Hand-woven in India by skilled craftspeople using traditional production methods that have been passed down through generations, each handmade Kilim rug is slightly different, so each its own unique charm. The rugs are made from a mixture of jute and wool and come in a range of designs, including Birdsong, Inca and Diamond, and a selection of sizes. Each Fair trade, handmade Kilim rug is hardwearing and strong, so is an investment piece that will last for years, reducing the need to replace and therefore generate landfill waste. And when you buy a handmade Kilim rug from Namaste you can be sure that the skilled craftsperson has been paid fairly for his or her work, so your purchase helps small producers and their communities. So not only can you enjoy the beauty of a handmade Kilim rug in your own home this winter, you can rest assured that your money is not just helping a corporation fat cat enjoy a bigger bonus, but is helping traditional craftspeople keep their skills alive.




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Ethical Rugs
November 25, 2009
I found this shop http://www.uniquerugs.co.uk whislt stumbling, its also has a beutful selection of ethical and fairtrade contemporary ethnic rugs, including kilim rugs and unusual felt rugs from Krygizstan.
More Ethical Rugs
February 23, 2010
And if you still haven’t found the rug for you then what about at http://www.ethicalpath.org.uk/ep_shop/department/blankets-and-rugs/. All products sold by Ethical Path have come from ethical and fair trade sources.
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