oaxaca rug

This jewel-toned area rug will liven up any space in your home. Juan Contreras hand weaves it on a traditional Zapotec loom using wool to create a geometric diamond pattern in taupe and deep red.

Juan proudly continues with the art of weaving that he learned from his parents as a young man. He is involved in every step of the process — from shearing the sheep to dyeing the wool and weaving it into original designs.

Add a bold touch to your spaces with this graphic area rug by Bulmaro Mendoza. He crafts it in 100% sheep's wool colored with natural dyes, and decorates it using classic Zapotec-style agave designs. Born in Teotitlan del Valle, Oaxaca, Bulmaro Mendoza learned traditional Zapotec weaving as a boy from his parents. He now runs a workshop with them where they create textiles using local wool and organic dyes.

This bright and beautiful Zapotec area rug is created by Mexico's Juan Contreras Garcia. Artisans weave the rug from pure wool yarns on a traditional pedal loom in a colorful diamond pattern. Fringe accents both ends.

This delightful area rug is hand-woven on the traditional pedal loom using wool that is spun by hand and dyed with natural pigments. The rug features a motif of multicolored stars that is bordered in bright blue. Working to preserve the great textile traditions of Oaxaca, Mario Chavez creates the rug.

Though traditional in design, this stunning area rug has a color scheme that lends itself to contemporary home decor as well. Mario Chavez in Mexico crafts the rug on a pedal loom, working with wool that is spun by hand and dyed with natural pigments. The black and ecru flat-weave rug features knotted fringe at both ends. Teotitlán del Valle is a small village in the state of Oaxaca; the name Teotitlán come from the Nahuatl language and means "land of the gods".

This remarkable runner rug is the original design of Mario Chavez in Mexico. The Oaxacan artisan works with pure wool tinted with all-natural dyes that are obtained from local materials. The long, colorful runner features traditional Zapotec motifs in myriad colors on a body of red.

Gentle hills and sunny colors flow gently across an expanse of handwoven wool. Working on a traditional Zapotec loom, Maria Jose Artes shares the beauty of the Oaxaca landscape. Spring green, periwinkle blue and amber yellow meet tangerine orange in a cheery and beautiful accent rug.

Bring the vibrant spirit of Oaxacan artistry into your home with this exquisite handwoven runner by Mexico's renowned Ruiz Bazan Family. Crafted from refined wool yarns in a stunning palette of rich orange, deep navy blue, warm brown, turquoise and cream, this striking rug showcases traditional Zapotec geometric motifs, including eye-catching diamond medallions and bold arrow patterns that dance across its length. An eco-conscious choice for the discerning decorator, this runner celebrates centuries-old weaving techniques while embracing sustainability through the use of natural dyes, creating a timeless accent that honors traditional textile heritage and adds cultural depth and warmth to hallways, entryways or any space deserving of authentic handcrafted beauty.