The ‘Rya’ or shag pile rug has come to be synonymous with hip 60s and 70s style, their bright clashing colours and patterns a must for anyone who is inspired by the era. Traditionally made in Sweden, where Rya, means simply ‘Rug’. 

Finding original rugs and wall hangings is proving more and more difficult for the vintage buyer, or maybe the thought of a 50-year-old rug isn’t appealing to you, or you need one to work with a specific interior scheme? 

I am proud to announce that I will be soon working in collaboration with Estelle Bilson of 70s House Manchester, a luxury British wallpaper and lifestyle boutique to design and create a series of shag pile/Rya style rugs to the 70s House Manchester collection. 

Estelle is a fellow skilled artisan creative with a huge passion and flair for 70s style from homewares to fashion. With over 50k followers on Instagram, Estelle has brought the 70s era to life through her incredible collection of 70s homeware dating back to antiquing since she was a child. 

These rugs will be custom made on a bespoke basis and available to purchase through 70’s House Manchester later in 2021

Follow Estelle on Instagram here and view her boutique here

(Image c/o @70shousemanchester)