I usually don’t post here on the blog on Fridays. I keep the day open so I can paint, work on projects, go shopping, and not be tied to the computer. But, I have so much to share about the kitchen, the pool, my upcoming art sale, and other house projects, so I’m taking some time to get a post up! And, today, I am sharing the rugs I picked for the kitchen.
First of all, I found the most perfect kilim rug from my favorite source for vintage kilim rugs, THIS Etsy shop, for the area under the sink. I wasn’t looking for a rug that was 11′ long, but when I did the measurements, it would perfectly fit along the cabinets under the window. I was worried it might look like overkill, but I love that it spans the floor from the range to the sink to the dishwasher to the trash. The places that get the bulk of the drips and spills are all covered.
And, best of all, it is gorgeous and coordinates with the cabinet color better than I imagined.
I felt like the colors would work well with the cabinet color (Waypoint’s Painted Sage), but I didn’t realize the bluish-green would be such a close match. I actually gasped when I opened it and rolled it out next to the cabinets. Chef’s kiss!
The little birds and flowers are my favorite part…
When I share the kilim rugs I’ve used throughout this home, I get lots of questions about care and maintenance. One reason I love these rugs is they are so low maintenance and forgiving when it comes to spills, stains, pets, kids, traffic, and life happening. You do not have to be precious with these rugs because they are wool and very well constructed. When we do get a stain or spill on one, I just blot it with a wet cloth and, if needed, I’ll clean it with some gentle dish soap and blot again. Otherwise, I’ll just run a vacuum over it and it’s good to go.
To extend the life of all of my rugs, I use a rug pad underneath. It adds a bit of cushion and provides some grip to keep rugs from shifting.
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For the eating area, I went to an old favorite – braided jute. I love using braided jute rugs because they are neutral, hard-wearing, soft underfoot, and very forgiving with spills, crumbs, and stains. I have literally hosed off a braided jute rug on the driveway before when one needed a thorough cleaning. Instead of going with a rectangle braided jute rug, though, I opted for this charming scalloped rug from Rugs USA.
The rug adds just enough to anchor the table and define the eating area without competing with all of the decor.
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Just beautiful.
The rugs complement the room so well.
Do you have a problem with the cats scratching excessively on the jute?
Oh my goodness Marion, that rug is the icing on the “kitchen” cake! Not only is it beautiful, but it’s perfect! Thanks to to you I’ve been a Kilim Home Rugs fan for a long time. The kitchen is beautiful! 💚
I think the hutch needs maybe the back painted the same green as the cabinets or maybe the whole thing. A way to carry the color to that side of the room. It’s very white/brown right now. This isn’t to say that the whole kitchen isn’t lovely. It is.
Agree the kitchen is absolutely lovely but also strongly agree that some of the green, which is SO RICH and WARM, needs to be carried over to the dining area.
Love the Kilim. It looks great. I fear that you’ll find those scallops on the jute curling up and impossible to keep flat. 🙁
Your kitchen and everything you have done to it and purchased for it, is just awesome! Love it! Bet when you walk in there in the morning the light flows thru the kitchen and you here the angels sing.😄
I’ve been waiting to see that runner in place, and WOW. Chef’s kiss indeed!
Are all your lower cabinets the same color blue ? In these pictures looks like the cabinets by your sink look more black whereas the cabinets by your range look blue.
Omg Marion. Its all soooo gorgeous!!! Not surprised tho. You have the best style. You know how to mix traditional and vintage in the most yummy way. Love everything you do.Love love love the colors you chose!!! The rugs are so pretty and tie it all together. Thanks for sharing your new home with us 😘
Thank you for this post on rugs! We had been searching for a while for a 10 x 14 for our family room and we finally found one we liked via your link and were able to use the discount code!
We aren’t remodeling but this will give the room a nice lift.
I wonder if you’ve ever considered floorcloths for your home. There are a lot for sale on Etsy and you can even have them made to fit your style. I have them in my kitchen and love them because they clean beautiful, add pattern and are never a trip hazard.
Good to know. The rugs are beautiful, but my inner rehab therapist self looks at them and thinks, “trip hazard!”. It’s nice to hear that there are safer options.
Kris, immediately I thought I’d trip over the corners of the kilim and scallops of the jute rug. It might only happen once, but that’s enough to call it quits for anyone over 70! The rugs look terrific for photos, though.
I treat patients who have fallen all.the.time. My mantra is to ditch the rugs. I love the look of them, but if you have mobility/balance/vision issues, and especially if you have low bone density, it’s smart to find other options. Broken bones are challenging to deal with, but a bigger concern is hitting your head and sustaining a brain injury and yes, it’s pretty common. Several of my patients have been in their 50s, BTW.
Hopefully I’m not commenting twice–my last comment seemed to get lost. SuzAnne, falls are very, very common and you can be in your fifties and sustain serious injuries, so prevention is important. I tend to feel torn, as I love the look of them, so it was nice of Patricia to share a safer option. BTW, while broken bones are serious, even more serious is hitting your head and sustaining a brain injury, and yes, it happens all the time.
I can’t get the kilim rug link to work. Thanks.
The blue green in that kitchen runner is an amazing match to your cabinets. Very pretty.
I have followed you for years and love what you do. it is so much fun to see the things we like together. I have only a thought. I love your kitchen except for the white shelves.
Perhaps it is different in person but from the pictures it looks too cluttered to me. Too many objects too close. It detracts from the beautiful hutch. Just my opinion. The kitchen is a dream.
I thought the same thing actually. That hutch and table are so gorgeous!!!
Marian,
Your rug is just incredible ~ I said, “oh, my gosh!!!!” It is just perfect and pulls everything together. Of course it does, you chose it!
I have a problem and need a rug for my eating area and it must be 6’ x 8’. I have looked for years and cannot find the type you have in that size anywhere. I can find plush rugs etc that size but not one suitable for the space I have. Help 🙂 If anyone knows I’d love some help.
I can’t wait for your next post!
Happy 4th!
Cynthia
Ok. There’s no SMELL for the internet. We have 3 vintage wool rugs and they all smell like wet dog when it gets humid or warm. One was so bad, I took it out to the driveway, SOAKED it in oxygen, rinsed it 4 times and let it dry 3 days in the sunshine. It was wool, well made and I already knew it was colorfast. This week it got super humid and guess what smells?? That rug! Please please tell me how you all manage vintage wool rugs and their musty odor. It’s not in your face, but it’s not fresh either.
Sorry you’re having that trouble! The rugs I’ve purchased were a bit musty out of the package, but they certainly don’t smell like wet dog or anything unpleasant. Maybe try a vinegar solution? That is good for removing odors. Also, it might just be the wool. Sometimes the wool itself smells like wet animal when it gets wet because, well, it’s made from an animal!
Oxyclean not oxegen
I have fallen in love with your blog. Binge~ reading.
Love all of it, Marian.
As much as I love love love the look of area rugs and larger rugs please be advised of the tripping hazzards. On mother’s day i caught my big toe undera large area rug and down i went. Surgery with a rod and five pins my arm is healing. So please be careful. At least if you trip you can grab the counter.
As much as I love and admire scatter rugs and room size rugs please be aware of the tripping hazzards. On Mother;s Day I tripped on a large area rug. Down I went. I had surgery for a broken arm with five pins and one rod. At least If you trip you can grab the counterI hope no one trips.
I don’t have a comment about rugs. But I did notice what appears to be some knives in the Repousse pattern of flatware by Kirk in one of the pictures. This was my Mom’s pattern, and I have lots of pieces — thanks Mom!! I love it, but it is so hard to find. Also, as a side note, her maiden name was Parsons. What a coincidence.
Yes, that is my family’s pattern and I inherited it. You can find pieces on eBay and Etsy.
The author beautifully captures the essence of these rugs, highlighting their charm, durability, and unique designs. The combination of vintage aesthetics with modern functionality is truly captivating. As someone who appreciates timeless pieces, I am inspired to revamp my kitchen with one of these exquisite rugs. Thank you for sharing such a delightful piece!