The art of rug making is extremely physically demanding, requiring hands-on work that can take a toll on the body. Local rug maker Tim Eads learned to tuft rugs six and half years ago with a handheld ...

When a Canadian client was looking for an entryway rug that could stand up to heavy traffic, dirt, snow and gravel, she settled on a hand-knotted wool rug. Sound crazy? Not really, says Jenni Leister ...