Galopalooza Horses
Galopalooza horses are a tradition in Louisville like no other. Galopalooza horses are made out of fiberglass and are decorated by some of the best local artists. Driving around Louisville you will these beautiful horses at schools, businesses, and many other places. There have been three years of Galopalooza (2004, 2009, 2015). In these years, artists […]
Master Rug Weaver – Mohtashem
In the 4th quarter of the 19th century, Kashan was the most important weaving center in western Persia, and Zufilkhar Ed Din Mohtashem was the region’s most renown master weaver. His popular rugs were some of the highest quality rugs characterized by a delicate style, color and use of imported merino wool. His rugs used […]
Fran Jasper featured in TOPS Magazine
Fran Jasper Frances Lee Jasper Oriental Rugs 1330 Bardstown Rd, Louisvillewww.francesleejasper.com Frances Lee Jasper Oriental Rugs sits in an 1890s firehouse on Bardstown Road. Fran founded the company in 1980 after earning a degree in design from the University of Louisville, and completing additional studies at Parsons School of Design in New York City. While still in college, […]
Is Scotchguard Protection Worth it?
We are often asked what does Scotchguard do to my rug? The shortest answer is that it gives you an added layer of protection from spills and dirt. The long answer is that it provides a layer of Teflon on the surface of the rug that will repeal most liquids, allowing spills to be […]
Hooked on Rugs
American Hooked Rugs The art & craft of rug hooking originated in England in the 19th century. Weaving mill workers collected the useless left over pieces of yarn, which were about 9 inches long They took these “thrums” home and used them to create rugs. Thus began rug hooking which then became popular in America […]
Article in the Voice Tribune 10/18/17
By Nancy Miller Photos by Jolea Brown Becky Terry was cocooned in a bubble of good karma when she made the decision to sell her house and move to another. “A couple walked into my house and said they wanted it. Just like that,” she says. As if that weren’t enough of an amazing stroke […]
Hidden Treasures
A years search finally comes to an end. After visiting many rug stores and walking away empty handed, a new friend discovered our Outlet at 1328 Bardstown Road, right next door to our main shop. Looking for an unusual sized runner for a new home, our client worked with our helpful staff to find a […]
Decorating the Fifth Wall – Voice Tribune Article
When decorating a home, most attention is projected to the walls for artistic expression, and yet, even the perfect painting or well executed collage can leave a room feeling incomplete. One need only cast their eyes downward, as the floor you walk on can be an ideal canvas for one of interior design’s most timeless […]
Moroccan Adventure
What’s it like entering this world of rug dealers as a 29 year old American born female with the last name that connotes more German heritage that anything closely resembling Middle Eastern origin…interesting. Thankfully I had my aunt by my side who was gracious enough to explain the difference between a sumac and an […]
Just returned from Morocco!!!
We have traveled and searched in the Souks in Morocco to find a unique collection of vintage rugs to introduce to Louisville. It was fun to be in Morocco with my niece as she brought a youthful perspective to our rug purchases. She liked the bright colors and unusual patterns and designs as well as […]