Rug Workshops

DESIGN: A RUG TO CALL YOUR OWN 

This workshop will allow you to create your very own bespoke rug, handmade to order in northern Afghanistan, following the design and size of your choice. From a simple idea to a complex brief, our rug workshop will help turn your concepts into a reality. Our in-house designer will accompany you and take your initial idea, sketch or painting to digital artwork to hand-crafted production, through a process blending creativity, ancient skill and new technology.

Rug weaving is at the heart of Afghanistan’s heritage. It is one of the only places in the world which still produces high quality handwoven rugs, but four decades of conflict have isolated the artisans from the rest of the world. By producing your rug in Afghanistan with ISHKAR you will help spread awareness about the country’s rich and unique craft traditions while generating more employment for Afghan artisans at a time when economic opportunities are desperately needed.

Please email us at contact@ishkar.com to discuss your requirements and for more information on our rug workshop offering, pricing and possibilities for bespoke commissions.

Who is this workshop for?

This is a creative and unique workshop aimed at anyone wanting a more interactive experience of creating a bespoke rug, whilst supporting one of the most luxurious and rich craft traditions in the world. Our rug workshops are also a great gift to offer your loved ones, for a house move, as a wedding present, or to mark a milestone such as a birthday or anniversary.

What does it entail?

This workshop will allow you to create your very own bespoke rug, handmade to order in northern Afghanistan, following the design and size of your choice.

How much does it cost?

The final price, which includes design assistance and rug production, will depend on the size and design complexity of your rug. Please email us at contact@ishkar.com for more information and to discuss your requirements.

What is the format of the workshop?

The workshop takes place over a 2/3 hour session led by our Creative Director to determine the concept design of your rug. We will start with an introduction on rug weaving history, techniques and processes in Afghanistan, and talk a little bit about the different styles the rug could take. The rest of the session will be used to formulate a design proposal for your rug. Once a design has been agreed on, ISHKAR will translate that into a final technical drawing which will be later on shared with the rug weavers for production.

How large can the rug be?

As production is entirely made to order, the rug can be made up to any size you wish over 1.4m x 2m.

How long does production take?

The rug will take a team of three weavers up to 4 months to weave, and 1 month to quality control, finish and ship.

How can I find out more information about this workshop?

For more information on this workshop, please email us at contact@ishkar.com to discuss your requirements.