Felted Wool Rugs, by Way of the Himalayas

French design meets Himalayan craftsmanship in Muskhane's line of soft, plush felted wool rugs, which are warm, durable, and washable.

Based in Kathmandu, the French design house Muskhane makes sustainable and fair trade felted wool rugs handcrafted by artisans in the Himalayas using sheep's wool, water, soap, and natural dyes. Muskhane felt rugs and accessories are available through San Francisco-based Lotus Bleu, including a number of custom designs, the result of collaborations between Muskhane and Lotus Bleu's owner, Jeannie Fraise.

Photos by Janet Hall for Remodelista, except where noted.

Above: The Muskhane Two-Tone Square Rug is available in 55-inch and 79-inch squares. Currently on sale for $228 and $334, respectively, at Lotus Bleu. Image courtesy of Muskhane.

Above: The Muskhane Border Square Rug is offered in several vibrant colors with a natural oatmeal border. The 79-inch square rug is $475. Small mats are also available.

Above: Soft sophistication for a child's room, Muskhane rugs in a playful polka dot. The 79-inch diameter Muskhane Polka Dot Round Rug designed specifically for Lotus Bleu is $525. Image courtesy of Muskhane.

Above: The Striped Muskhane Wool Felt Round Rug is designed exclusively for Lotus Bleu. It measures 79 inches in diameter; $525.

Above: The rugs are offered in vibrant solids in both round and square shapes. Image courtesy of Muskhane.

Above: The Muskhane Round Solid Rug is available in a 32-inch or a 47-inch diameter and costs $100 and $150 respectively. Image courtesy of Muskhane.

Above: The Muskhane Polka Square Rug offers earthly oatmeal tone with the choice of several colors of polka dots; $325 for the 55-inch square size.

Above: A collection of the Muskhane rugs on offer at Lotus Bleu in San Francisco.

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