Rug “California Whale Watch” textured and reversible wool blend rug runner 58”x29” gray, midnight blue, cerulean blue, bits hot of burnt orange

Here we have a rug that reminds me of the Pacific Ocean. Just off shore on a whale watch looking at all the dark gray and blue water and anticipating those moments when the whale finally surfaces breaking through the dark water. Lots of texture and nice weight helps it lay flat. Here you have dark gray, midnight blue, cerulean blue, with bits of burnt orange, caramel turmeric gold, and little bits of lighter khaki. This is a nice long runner nearly 5 feet long. 58”x29”. This is a “banded rug” which means it has a full band of one fabric and then a full band of another all the way across. Great size for in front of a fireplace or entry or in front of the kitchen sinks.

I love how the patterns repeat in this beautiful rug. It will look beautiful in all designs...a farmhouse, industrial look, bohemian, country, shabby chic, in a nursery on the floor or as a wall hanging in your home office.

They are good sturdy rugs that will hold their color. Simply shake the rug to remove most dirt. The rug can also be washed in a washing machine, and I recommend hanging to dry. Sometimes I throw mine over a door to dry. I started making rugs 30 years ago. I use 12 strands of heavy duty cotton warp per inch. This keeps the rug from falling apart like some rugs you might buy at a retail store. Also, these rugs don't fade when used inside. They will keep their color for years to come. They are also reversible.
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I work in my home-based studio in beautiful Southern Illinois. The handcrafted items in my shop are constructed with natural fibers (wool, linen, cotton) as well as synthetics such as double knit polyester and upholstery fabrics). I don't like to let any fabric go unused! I also like to use vintage fabrics and other vintage finds (chenille and heirloom bedspreads, blankets, etc. ) I make all of the rugs in my shop. I source some of my fabrics from Pendleton® Woolen Mills, a six generation family-owned company that has been in operation in the USA since the early 1900s. I also use socks that are new but didn't quite make the grade of perfect straight from the factory. The socks have been a fun addition over the past year and I've made many nice soft, thick and heavier rugs in some of the most gorgeous color combos. Most of the time the rugs I create are hot one or two-of-a-kind, which means you will have something that not every one else has. I do have a custom listing in my shop where you can choose your own colors, the number of rugs needed and “some” sizes. I also make memory rugs from your loved one's clothing and other personal items that are textile in nature (think favorite blankets, housecoat, sweat pants,etc) see other items in my shop at www.Etsy.com/shop/vintageyoungun