Just found these cool hand-cut felt rugs via Design Sponge.

[posted by kris]

Urban Outfitters has a bunch of interesting (and affordable) rugs- perfect for adding a little bit of interest and texture to any room.

Most made from low profile cotton.

(shown left to right, top to bottom)
3x5 Peony Tree Printed Rug, $28.00
3x5 Silhouette Flower Printed Rug, $28.00
3X5 Inked Floral Printed Rug, $28.00
5X7 Zebra Printed Rug, $68.00
5X7 Paisley Printed Rug, $68.00
5X7 Zig Zag Printed Rug, $39.99

[posted by katie]

Today's the last day for DWR's Free Standard Shipping promotion. There's the option of saving a little dough on delivery, which will make whatever you buy a little more 'within reach' of your budget.

"Originating from a rug proposal for No. 10 Downing Street, Christopher Farr's Tide Rug has a (politically) neutral background with boldly colored lines that add a sense of spaciousness to larger rooms. The rug's name refers to the sculpted lines that are created by ocean currents in the sand. Like all Farr's designs, Tide is hand spun and handtufted of fine wool and manually dyed in small batches to create rich tonal nuances in the strands. It's guaranteed to grow more beautiful with time as the wool's natural lanolin emerges and invigorates the surface, creating enhanced luster over the years. Each rug is signed by the designer and numbered. Made in India."

Hand-spun wool; cotton; latex.

L 10' W 8'

[posted by katie]

I bet this feels really good to walk on.

"This rug is hand made and obviously not mass-produced which is precisely the reason we like it. Each is a 'one off' piece, entirely made by hand. Please note that due to this peculiar uniqueness, customer must be able to accept understandable variations that are normal for unique hand made works of art."

Custom sizes upon request.

[posted by kris]

This rug has a completely acceptable price tag (which is always pleasantly surprising).

"Toe the line with whorls, arches and ridges that ID abstract thumbprints. Neutral graphic in plush 100% bikaner wool handtufted in multi-tones of ivory, beige, dark brown."

5'x8'

[posted by katie]

Whether you're into the semi-decorative or not, rugs are a great way to add pattern and interest to a room.

Hand-tufted 100% New Zealand Wool
8mm/10mm cut and loop pile

8 x 10 ft

[posted by katie]

Even though this rug's pattern is barely there, and not at all 'pattern-y', there's a nice quality that adds some interest without distraction.

"Created in a colorway that's only available at DWR, the Grace Rug (1999) was named in honor of Angela Adams' great aunt. "I always thought my aunt Grace was very cool because she could whistle with two fingers," says Adams. Capturing a pattern that could represent a burst of light or sound (or Grace's whistle), the Rug's depth and texture is highlighted by Adams' use of color and thick pile. Hand tufted out of 100% New Zealand wool, the Grace Rug's 1" pile is soft and inviting. The edging is resolved without having to use a band, and the smooth cotton backing is attached using a natural rubber latex adhesive."

100% New Zealand wool; cotton monk's cloth; natural rubber latex.

W 8' D 10'($1699.00) or W 5' D 8' ($899.00)

[posted by katie]

Some of you might be a little tired of the pattern, but the size of this doormat somehow makes it likable. It would be perfect in front of sliding patio/glass doors...

"This beautiful Palazzo Extra Long Doormat represents the ideal blend of elegance and durability. Designed to take the worst that winter and mud season can dish out, this extra long doormat will help you keep your floors clean while welcoming your guests to your lovely home in style."

40"x18"

[posted by katie]

Just at five foot (diameter), this wool blend rug's crisp pattern will provide a monochromatic detail to whichever room you want.

"wool blend felt. imported. professional cleaning recommended."

Available in Truffle or Flax.
5'round.

[posted by katie]

Check out these rugs on sale- the only drawback is that the site doesn't specify the materials used, so before you buy you might want to ask them.

All prices below for 5x8 size (but larger sizes are available).

Item # M-41(Black/White Stripe), Sale: $301.50, Buy it here.
Item # ART-54 (Red Dot), Sale: $603.00,Buy it here.
Item # G-59 (Zebra-ish Pattern), Sale: $504.00, Buy it here.
Item # G84 (Green Modern Rug), Sale: $504.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]