Karakter Shuttle Rug

Thu Apr 17, 2025RugsKarin CarlanderKarakter ApS

SHUTTLE RUG

SHUTTLE RUG

Designer Karin Carlander, 2023

Weaver and textile artist Karin Carlander interprets classic techniques as the backbone of her creative process. For the Shuttle rug, Carlander decided upon paper yarn because of its crisp and delicate expression.

Although challenging to work with, the inflexible plant-based material has its own personality and can withstand being dyed in colours. Carlander utilises the paper yarn’s resilience by dying it in hues that bring attention to its unique texture.

DESIGNER

KARIN CARLANDER

Weaver and textile artist Karin Carlander interprets classic techniques as the backbone of her creative process. Two new designs – a rectangular rug woven from paper yarn and a fringed throw in alpaca wool – showcase this craftsmanship in contemporary pieces for the home.

When it came to the Heddles throw, Carlander selected alpaca wool from the Andes mountains. These thin, glossy fibers were woven into a luxurious blanket that features a subtle ridged design. Along the throw’s edge, a delicate fringe invites a closer look at the construction process, which sees the loom’s warp and weft working together.

“This analogue way of creating is a collaboration between my loom and the material,” says Carlander. “The way threads and colours perform is new and unexpected with each material. Even after so many years, the craft continues to surprise me.”

Weaver and textile artist Karin Carlander interprets classic tech- niques as the backbone of her creative process. Two new designs -a rectangular rug woven from paper yarn and a fringed throw in alpaca wool - showcase this craftsmanship in contemporary pieces for the home.

For the Shuttle Rug, Carlander decided upon paper yarn because of its crisp and delicate expression. Although challenging to work with, the inflexible plant-based material has its own personality and can withstand being dyed in colours. Carlander utilises the paper yarn's resilience by dying it in hues that bring attention to its unique texture. Intended to be used as a single rug placed independently, or used in tandem with Carlander's other designs for Karakter, the Shuttle Rug is the perfect addition to a living room or dining area.