January17th
Runner Rugs
Runner rugs are extremely versatile and serve many purposes in a home*. They provide a focal point or define an area of interest. They can also be placed in any room: in front of the kitchen sink, an entryway or hallway or flowing down a flight of stairs. And such rugs can be changed with the seasons or per your mood! Read More | Comments
December21st
Zebra Rugs
Reminiscing over 2011 and all the unique opportunities clients and friends have given me to create one-of-a-kind canvas rugs, I recalled in particular a black and beige stripe area rug painted for Frances. It was in fact, what many would consider a zebra rug, because of the flowing stripes. Traditional zebra rugs bring to mind the feel Read More | Comments
September7th
Many people who are looking for the best place to retire are taking a look at Costa Rica and specifically Costa Rica beaches. Costa Rica has two coasts and the translation of Costa Rica means Rich Coast. When I came to this country 34 years ago it was as a young woman in love with the tropics and looking for surf. I found myself on the Caribbean coast and met a young man who was starting up an ornamental plant business, with a farm on the beach. And so I stayed. Read More | Comments
June22nd
Mexican Décor Rug
A comment posted to one of our websites from an interior design professional was submitted inquiring about our canvas area rugs with an interest in a particular rug for a Mexican décor project. Specifically, our Mexican Tile in blue.
Often I am asked by interior designers about Read More | Comments
October23rd
Paw Print Canvas Rug
Upon joining a new group, Professional Women’s Networking Group, an interest group of the established Women’s Club of Costa Rica, I met a young lady who writes for the Tico Times and as we chatted about our respective careers, she offered to interview me for an article about my canvas designer rugs in the Tico Times. Read More | Comments
August18th
Painted rugs have been in use for centuries, popular during colonial times and commonly referred to as floor cloths. From their humble beginnings as a way to prevent wear and tear from shoes and boots, and to capture crumbs and dirt, painted canvas rugs are now a popular addition for just about any room of the home.
Durability: Canvas rugs are among the most durable. Take care of them and you can expect them to last for decades. This is perfect for high-traffic areas of the home, such as the hallway or the kitchen, as they won’t wear away by being walked on too much. They’re also perfect if you’ve got children or pets who don’t generally take care of your rugs! Read More | Comments
May5th
Because many people in Costa Rica are unfamiliar with floorcloths, more commonly known as canvas rugs, there is a question I am asked frequently: what goes into the making of a floor cloth? My answer is usually: lots of work!
Per a suggestion from a Costa Rica interior design professional whom I work with often in creating custom rugs, writing a brief overview of the various steps involved may be helpful for others perusing this website to learn how floorcloths are made. Read More | Comments
