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Wool and mohair carpets last a long time and Julia takes great pride in the fact that
hold their colour well. “Often clients bring a Shuttleworth Weaving uses the “exhaust”
favourite 20-year-old carpet in for a wash and method of dyeing. This means a small
clip, and after a little loving care, it looks as good amount of dye is used, which is fully
as new,” enthuses Julia. “While the quality raw absorbed into the fibre, leaving the water
materials are expensive, the luxury and longevity completely clear afterwards and ensuring
of our carpets translate into excellent value.” nothing enters the natural filtration
system or pollutes the environment. This
Bespoke carpets designed to your takes time and intention — a process that
specifications are a Shuttleworth specialty. cannot be rushed.
“Our skilled team of spinners and weavers will
happily design and hand-weave the yarn into While Shuttleworth Weaving mostly
the perfect rug for your space, whether it is an works with natural fibre, the soft,
intimate living room or a vast reception area. durable Polypropylene Range is ideal for
We custom-make any size up to an astonishing hardworking kitchens, bathrooms, and
eight metres wide and as long as your verandas. These rugs come in a wide
imagination or room requires,” says Rob. range of calm, neutral colours, with
bright flashes added if required. Not only
Julia oversees the enormous dye pots. do they feel good under your feet, but
“The challenge of getting colours just right is these rugs are resistant to stains and
a thrill,” she shares. Before the bulk dye and damage from humidity, easy to clean, and
yarn are carefully measured for the final piece, dry quickly. This makes them long-lasting
a sample hank is sent to the client to ensure solutions for high-traffic areas of your
they are happy with the colour. home or office.

In a world where authenticity, connection,
and quality are sought-after ideals,
Shuttleworth Weaving offers you the
opportunity to make a considered
choice that is unique, impactful, and
environmentally conscious. Each piece
is imbued with the beauty of the non-
industrial, natural surroundings, the sound
of birdsong, and the joy that everyone who
works in the hand-built studio feels while
executing their daily tasks.

“At Shuttleworth Weaving, we love the work
that we do – from working with designers
to create bespoke pieces, delighting
homeowners in our retail space in
Nottingham Road, to seeing our creations
adding soul and warmth to beautiful
places,” Rob concludes.

The showroom in Nottingham Road is
open seven days a week. A wide range
of ready-made rugs and throws crafted
using time-honoured traditional methods
are on display.

Rob and Julia are happy to meet you there
to discuss your specific needs or invite
you to the heart of the operation on top
of a hill just out of town to observe the
crafters at work, or, if you prefer, host an
engagement online.

Whatever you choose, rest assured that
you will bring a little of the Shuttleworth
Weaving landscape into your living space.
That is almost as soothing as a stroll in
the forest.

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