One of my favorite purchases from Lucy’s project was this amazing Taza rug from West Elm. It was soft and thick and well-made and, for this room especially, it had just the right amount of color and pattern (which is to say not too much, so that the pillows and art could be the stars of the show)!
(above photos by Julia Robbs)
I ended up ordering one for Margot’s room after we got home and have convinced a couple of friends to do the same. When I went to the West Elm site to send the link to the rug to my friend, I noticed just how many GREAT rugs West Elm has right now, and a bunch of them are 30% off (including my Taza rug!!).
Here are a few favorites I’m eyeing for some of our projects:
Have you seen any really special rugs around lately? I’m looking for a 10×14 or even bigger in a warm colorway. Tips are always welcome! :)
What size to you put in for Lucy’s LR? It looks larger than the 8’x10′
I’m pretty sure 8×10 is the largest size West elm sells of this rug
NM. they used to have a 9×12
Yes – it’s a 9×12. They might have some in that size in store if you’re willing to call West Elm!
Does it shed??
It does shed for the first few months but vacuuming a ton for the first few weeks helps curb the shedding! xo
Beautiful picks! Do you have any tips for keeping a small rug in place? The kilim rug in my foyer is all over the place, even with a pad.
Rug tape! Works very well in those slippery spots
http://www.amazon.com/Optimum-Technologies-Gripper-Runners-25-Feet/dp/B000209YT6
All of these rugs are so amazing! I’m honestly pretty obsessed with a good rug haha
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Love it! I was hoping there would be a rug round up in this post :)
I love Landry and Arcari’s rugs. Below is a link to their closeout oversized rugs. I ordered one of their closeout rugs and they shipped it for free. Their rugs are also very good quality.
http://www.landryandarcari.com/GalleryOverview.php?f=Discount-Rugs-5
I love the Kilim from West Elm and the colors in the Abstract Painting rug are amazing! Can’t wait to see what you choose! Happy weekend ~
LOVE your braided sandals. where do you find them?
They were from Gap last summer! xo
I love this rug but I’m hesitant to buy it because of shedding. Have you had any problems with shedding?
I too have love hate relationship with rugs… especially because they are such a big investment so there is so much pressure to get it right! Things like pillows are small decor objects seem easier to buy for me because they are less expensive and easier to swap out, but rugs…oh my! I’ve had good luck calling West Elm locations to see if there is a rug that I like online being sold with a deep discount for being a store model or returned item. I think it might be tougher for the size that you are after since I imagine that they use smaller sizes for floor models, but it’s worth a shot before paying full price ;)
Jenny I’d love to know if the Taza rug sheds much? About to pull the trigger on the runner!
Hi Emily – it does shed for the first few months, but slows down pretty quickly with frequent vacuuming! Worth it if you ask me! :)
Your makeover for Joanna’s sister on Cup of Jo was AMAZING! Thanks for your great finds and inspiration.
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Nice picks! It looks amazing and inspired me. Like your combination of rug and the whole space color in matching.
Lately i’m totally in love with moroccan tile pattern – looks great on rug, or wall.
Was there ever info on the floating cabinet? Would love to know!
I, too, would love info on the floating credenza…need this for my entryway. ♡
I love the rug you picked for Lucy’s house – so cozy and plush, and I love the colors!
Looks great. Would like to have such a big rug.
I would love some sort of rug buying guide – I’ve read that they are not great to buy online, but I see so many that I’m interested in on One King’s Lane, for instance… I’m not sure where to find comparable rugs in brick and mortar stores, aside from the chains like West Elm… Advice? Or is there a guide already out there?
Love them rugs. Wanted to share with you some of the rugs I discovered online too. They look amazing.
check them out http://mymoroccanbazar.com
Hi Jenny! We just bought the beautiful Taza rug and love it, but I’m a little stressed because it sheds sooo much. It is all over everyone’s clothes and I keep finding tufts of fibers all around. I’m vacuuming like crazy with my Dyson, but I have to ask if the shedding ever really ends. I worry because we will be having a crawling baby in a few months and I don’t want him to turn into a furball/eat the fibers. I hate to think of parting with the rug, but priorities. Thanks for all the great posts!
Hi Jenny,
Esalerugs.com has a huge selection of oversized rugs, this one is one of my favorites.
http://esalerugs.com/red-12×16-aqua-area-rug-33125314
Great things you describe here