PAO Thoughts

Rugs have their own unique personality. They have the ability to transform the feel of a space, changing the dynamic with one key element. Often one change makes a big impact. Paige has seen this through the years by switching up her personal collection of rugs throughout her house. While the furniture remains the same, she’s achieved all different looks by switching her carpet styles from antique to modern and back again! Which one is your favorite? We can’t decide!#whyknot #modernmix Zebra Hide Antique Oushak (current obsession!) Modern Moroccan- currently residing in a guest bedroom! Modern Tibetan, a forever favorite...

Beige- a pale sandy fawn color or grayish tan. French in origin, meaning natural wool that has been neither bleached nor dyed. It has come to be used to describe a variety of light tints chosen for their neutral or pale warm appearance. Soothing neutrals before spring brings its burst of color. Beige tones layer together for a warm inviting space.#whyknot

Tuareg Mats originated from the Tuareg nomads, a smaller sect of the berber tribes that inhabit the Sahara of Northern Africa. The techniques of making these Mats have existed for thousands of years. The materials of palms and reeds can be found in their surroundings, making the production very convenient. Leaves create the base of the mat while using leather from camels or goats to create the decorative shapes and symbols. A Tuareg mat is a timeless piece of Moroccan art for the floor or hanging on walls.

New Year Neutrals Ikat Velvet Pillows 24x24, multiple patterns available Large Afghan Kilims in neutral colors Vintage Moroccan Beni Ourain highly collectible with figures White Cowhide available at PAO Vintage Turkish Kars Runners, 4 available, each around 3x12 Handmade Tibetan Bandana Rug 4x4 White Afghan Runner Stacks of vintage natural wool rugs

Pantone color of the year: Very PeriPurple is the color of royalty, authority and power. It was not used very often in antique Persian rugs but it can represent peace and wisdom along with spirituality. In ancient times purple was a symbol of status and not readily available. This made it very expensive to produce as it primarily came from snails. In the late 1800’s a purple aniline dye was discovered by William Perkin while trying to create synthesized quinine. This was the first synthetic dye, making purple more available. Enjoy our deep dive into the color purple and the...