O C H R E WILD collection consists of naturally dyed rugs that are made in Bengal using centuries old techniques. All rugs are made entirely by hand from the yarn making and dying, to the intricate weaving and through...
O C H R E WILD collection consists of naturally dyed rugs that are made in Bengal using centuries old techniques. All rugs are made entirely by hand from the yarn making and dying, to the intricate weaving and through to the finishing. Each rug is unique, sustainably created and ultimately, intimately connected to our shared earth.
Fibres:
GHICHA SILK – This tussar silk comes from a wild silkworm which has a varied diet, unlike the cultivated worm which only eats mulberry. Consequently, the tussar silk is richly textured and of a natural deep golden color that is derived from the ingestion of tannin rich oak leaves.
RAMINE – RAMINE – It is one of the strongest natural fibers, producing a silken thread, and known to be resistant to bacteria and mildew. It is also biodegradable.
LINEN – LINEN – Linen is organic, bio-degradable and recyclable. Linen is one of the few fabrics not to accumulate static electricity and it is also hypo allergenic.
Dyes:
TURMERIC – The turmeric plant belongs to the same family as ginger. It is a direct dye producing a golden yellow. However, turmeric is one of the more fugitive yellows and can fade rapidly in strong sunlight.
