The Odd Man Out Rug
The creative artisan that wove this gorgeous piece has a wonderful gift to re-imagine traditional motifs and turn them on their heads!
Sourced directly from Quality of Life Association by Softwinds of Trade.
Pattern + Colour: stripes and geometry, grey, yellow, orange, yellow
Size: 134cm x 76cm + 4cm fringe at each end
Materials + Technique: Handspun, natural hand-dyed cotton, handwoven on a loom
Ethnic Groups: Hmong, Lao, Khmu
Region: Xieng Khouang, Laos
Social Enterprise Partner: Sourced from the Quality of Life Association (QLA) in Laos. QLA is a not for profit association that supports unexploded ordnance (UXO) accident survivors and families and people with disabilities living in Xieng Khouang province, by providing support services including livelihoods training in weaving techniques and design, natural dye, and sewing.
Care Instructions: Gentle wash or hand wash in cold water with mild soap. Do not soak. Line dry only. Iron as needed.