COMMISSIONS

Many people ask me to design and then make a rug for them -- usually for a special occasion (wedding, anniversary, etc.), a beloved animal companion, or because they've been thinking about an idea for a rug for their home. The process is simple: I have a discussion with you about the theme, size, colors and any other details you have. You may send me photos to add details about the commission, and I make a set of drawings. If needed, I make one more drawing incorporating elements from the first set. After the drawing is approved, I take it from there. Drawings never deliver more than a basic composition. The variations in available wool, and the spontaneous nature of primitive rug making require that the client trusts my skill and history as a rug maker to create the finished work.

Commission Process: My method is to first discuss the rug with you (motif, size, colors, etc.). If you want to go forward with the commission, a $100 nonrefundable downpayment is sent. Then I make a set of drawings that I send to you, usually by email. I may make one additional drawing based on your feedback. When the drawing is approved, I put the project in my schedule and a 50% down payment is required. When the rug is complete, I let you know and a payment of the remaining balance due plus shipping (minus the 50% downpayment and the $100 drawing fee) is due. 

Reproducing a Rug I Have Made: While I most often design and create rugs that are completely one-of-a-kind, I’m happy to work in a similar theme again, but because there will be variations due to the nature of a handmade piece, making an exact copy is impossible. That makes every rug all the more special and unique.

Please don't hesitate to get in touch with me about any ideas you might have. Check out the rugs on the Rug Archive page. They're grouped in categories and might give you ideas for your own rug. No two rugs are ever alike, so copies aren't possible, but similarities can be used and the result will be a one-of-a-kind piece of your own.

ZOE

This commissioned rug was a joy to work on. The client sent several photos of Zoe and I worked out some drawings. There were some changes along the way — the border is a bit different than originally planned, colors are more varied and balanced — the end result makes me very happy. It measures 27” high by 45” wide, will be used on the floor, and is made with hand dyed and as-is wools.

Below is a gallery of a few of the commissions I’ve made. Many are animals, both ones that have passed on as well as current members of the family. It’s a lovely way to remember beloved animal companions. Others are geometric or just ideas that clients want to see rendered in rug form. Thank you to all who have brought me commissions — they are challenging and fun and rewarding.

SELECTED COMMISSIONED RUGS