Artisan Craftsmanship

Himalaya Carpet Nepal is dedicated to exceptional craftsmanship and eco-friendly practices, creating handmade carpets rich in Nepali heritage. Our hand-knotted rugs blend vintage charm with modern elegance, crafted from natural fibers like Tibetan Highland wool, silk, hemp, allo, and nettle. Using lanolin-rich Tibetan Highland wool, our carpets gain lustre with age. With 60 to 300 knots per inch, each rug is a handcrafted masterpiece, taking 12 to 20 weeks to complete. Our artisans carefully hand-card, spin, and dye each piece, ensuring vibrant colors, luxury, and sustainability. Whether for elegance or a unique accent, our collection offers carpets that enrich any space with timeless beauty and cultural depth.

Carpet Making Process

Hand Picking Wool

The Selection of Premium Wool: Our process begins with hand-picked wool from Himalayan sheep, celebrated for its exceptional softness and resilience. We meticulously select only the finest wool and gently clean it to remove impurities, preserving the natural strength and quality of the fibers.

Commitment to Quality &  Craftsmanship: Every batch of wool undergoes a strict inspection for texture, strength, and consistent color. This careful attention to detail reflects our deep commitment to superior craftsmanship and ensures that the materials meet the highest standards before they are woven.

Enduring Beauty and Heritage: By focusing on premium wool, we create carpets that are not only beautiful but also long-lasting. Our rugs deliver exceptional elegance and durability, honoring Nepalese heritage and tradition in every custom or traditional design.

Hand Carding

Fiber Preparation: Hand carding is the crucial first step in our handmade carpet process. Using hand tools, artisans untangle and align natural fibers like wool and silk. This traditional method prepares them for spinning, ensuring the yarn is smooth, high-quality, and forms a strong, consistent foundation for every rug.

Quality and Durability: This manual process is vital for improving the yarn’s texture and durability. It guarantees each final carpet is strong, refined, and long-lasting. The method reflects a deep commitment to superior craftsmanship, with every individual strand crafted for maximum integrity.

Sustainable Craftsmanship: Our methods preserve heritage while using natural, eco-friendly materials, ensuring a minimal environmental impact. The result is a beautiful, durable carpet that expertly blends tradition, quality, and sustainability, making it a perfect choice for any home's interior.

Hand Spinning

Skilled artisans spin fibers into yarn using traditional spinning wheels. This manual process allows precise control over the yarn's thickness and texture, ensuring each strand is of consistent, high quality.

Quality and Durability: Hand spinning is crucial for achieving a balance of strength and softness in the yarn. This enhances the rug's durability and contributes to its luxurious feel, making it both long-lasting and comfortable.

Honoring Craftsmanship: This technique reflects the care and craftsmanship behind every rug, whether it’s a traditional wool design or a modern silk pattern. It preserves heritage while meeting the demands for quality and elegance in contemporary interiors.

Hand Dyeing

Our yarn is hand-dyed using traditional methods and vibrant Vegetable colors. We also utilize high-quality Swiss Chemical as per the customer's requirement for specific color needs. Our artisans carefully select the best sources to craft visually appealing colors while maintaining our eco-conscious approach whenever possible.

Customization and Artistry: This meticulous hand-dyeing process allows for the creation of completely custom color palettes and unique patterns. By expertly integrating rich, natural hues or specific chemical colors with intricate designs, we ensure that every single carpet stands out with its own individual aesthetic charm.

Hand Balling

After the dyeing process, Tibetan wool undergoes balling, a crucial step where the fibers are gathered into small, manageable balls. This prevents tangling, making the wool considerably easier to handle, store, and transport to the next stage of production.

Quality Control and Fiber Alignment: Balling is essential for maintaining proper fiber alignment after dyeing. Since Tibetan wool contains natural lanolin that can cause clumping, forming these balls ensures the fibers remain organized. This step also allows artisans to inspect the quality and consistency of the dyed wool.

Enhancing the Final Product: This preparatory step ensures a smoother and more efficient spinning process, directly contributing to higher-quality yarn for the final carpet. Proper balling lays the foundational groundwork for a superior, luxurious, and beautifully durable end product.

Hand Weaving

Our dyed yarn is skillfully hand-woven on traditional Tibetan looms by experienced artisans. This intricate process involves interlacing the yarn to create detailed patterns. Each artisan brings their expertise, that both the structural integrity and decorative elements are crafted with great precision.

Blending Tradition and Innovation: The result is a diverse range of styles, from classic Tibetan motifs to contemporary designs. This unique fusion of traditional techniques and artistic vision reflects our versatile craftsmanship. We combine age-old methods with modern design sensibilities to create carpets that showcase beautiful patterns.

A Testament to Quality: Our hand-woven carpets are a testament to our artisans’ exceptional skill and their commitment to quality. Each piece is a visually stunning and enduring work of art, reflecting the true essence of hand-woven artistry and enhancing any space with elegance.

Hand Trimming

After weaving is completed, the carpet’s pile undergoes a thorough inspection. Skilled artisans then use hand shears or electric trimmers to achieve a perfectly uniform pile height. This meticulous attention to detail accentuates the intricate patterns, creating a refined and even finish that significantly enhances the visual appeal.

Finishing and Reinforcement: Once trimming is finished, the carpet's edges are meticulously cleaned and reinforced to prevent any fraying. This crucial step ensures exceptional and long-lasting durability. A final comprehensive quality check is then performed to guarantee that each piece meets all of our stringent standards.

Enduring Quality and Craftsmanship: This entire process ensures our carpets offer exceptional aesthetic appeal and enduring performance. At Himalaya Carpet Nepal, we are dedicated to producing a product that combines timeless beauty with robust functionality, providing you with a product that truly stands the test of time.

Hand Washing

The hand washing process for our carpets is essential for their longevity. We begin by gently brushing each piece to remove loose dirt. It is then carefully submerged in lukewarm water with a mild, carpet-friendly detergent. Artisans manually agitate the carpet, ensuring a thorough cleaning while safeguarding delicate fibers and intricate designs.

Rinsing and Natural Drying: After cleaning, the carpet undergoes multiple rinses to eliminate all soap residues. It is then laid flat in a well-ventilated area and left to dry naturally, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent color fading. This careful drying helps maintain the carpet's vibrant colors and detailed patterns.

Preserving Craftsmanship: Our commitment to these traditional techniques guarantees each carpet retains its exquisite craftsmanship and visual appeal. This meticulous hand washing process provides lasting beauty and durability for years to come, ensuring your carpet remains as stunning as the day it was made.