The Beni Ouarain Carpet
Soo different than Persian rugs, and yet elegant and sophisticated in its own way. These beautiful “White Giants” have a simple geometric design on a background of undyed natural sheep wool.
Beni Ouarain rugs are handwoven…
Emily’s House Rug Shop on 204 Battersea Park Road!
So happy to share this news!
We have reached our new destination with Emily’s House London; I opened my very own carpet shop on 204 Battersea Park Road! No sharing space, no warehouse,... a proper single brand carpet shop!
Is this the…
20 Best Handmade Rug Shops In The UK
So pleased to be mentioned as 1 of the 20 best handmade rug shops in the UK!
https://www.wovenrosa.com/journal/20-handmade-rugs
Is been over 10 years ago since I started Emilys House and my passion for rugs has grown ever since! The collection…
How our Extra-Large Rugs Fit In With Current Colour Trends
We’re very proud of our collection of (mostly) new, extra-large, handwoven pile rugs and kilims. At an average size of 250 x 350cm, they work particularly well in living rooms and bedrooms, where they can cover vast areas and help to add notable…
How to use rugs in the bedroom – including our favourite decorating secret.
The bedroom is the one room in the house where having something cosy underfoot is appreciated in every season, even the hot months. For those of us who love nothing more than the look of hardwood floors, whether that’s in the shape of beautiful…
Rug Arrangements – 5 different ways to approach living room rugs
There is an art to arranging rugs in a living room, and it’s all about forging a relationship with your furniture. We’ve done a lot of experimenting to save you the bother, taking into account various different lounge seats, from L shaped…
How to Make Your Bedroom Cosy and Snug This Autumn
With the colder weather closing in and one of the hottest summers in history behind us, it's time to think about transitioning our homes from bright and breezy to warm and snug. Autumn presents the perfect opportunity to pack away the garden…
We’re Moving – Back to London!
We’re Moving - Back
With two opposing worlds luring, and questioning which direction to take, it helps to pay attention to the heart. As much as I like the tranquil Tetbury countryside, with a name like Emily’s House London, I can't hide…
Interview with Katrien Vermeeren – Rug Expert & Founder of Emily’s House London
What developed your passion for rugs?
My parents had 2 furniture shops in Belgium. I’d spend all my weekends roller skating and playing hide and seek with my sister in the beautifully made up beds and sleek leather sofas. As a child I…
How To Tell If a Rug is Handmade
To the untrained eye, it can be difficult to identify the difference between a handmade, hand-knotted, and machine- made rug. To help ensure you are purchasing an authentic handmade rug, we've put together this guide to help you recognise the…