When you see a beautiful handmade carpet in someone’s living room, it looks simple—just a carpet.
But honestly, there’s a story behind it. A journey. And in Bhadohi, every carpet carries an emotional story to the world.
Today, we’re taking you to Bhadohi workshops, weavers homes, and looms, where the magic happens. Let’s go to the looms of Bhadohi Rugs International, where artisans are weaving carpets.
STEP 1: Design-Artwork on Paper, Heart in Hands
The first phase of making a handmade carpet is design.
Bhadohi designers create traditional motifs, mandala patterns, Mughal florals, and modern geometric shapes.
It sometimes takes 5-15 days to create a single design. Currently trending worldwide are:
- Minimal Modern Patterns.
- Persian-inspired floral motifs.
- Boho-style tribal designs.
- Scandinavian pastel rugs.
These designs then go to the next stage of weaving.
STEP 2:🧶Yarn Preparation – The threads get ready
After the design is created, the yarn process begins. The yarn can be made of wool, silk, cotton, or bamboo silk.
This Yarn:
- It is Clean.
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Contain dye (natural or chemical dyes)
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It dries in the sunshine.
You will be surprised to know that every shade should be a perfect match because one mistake can spoil the entire look of the carpet.
This is the reason why the finishing of Bhadohi Rugs International is of international standard level.
STEP 3: Weaving- The Soul of Bhadohi
Now comes the most magical phase: weaving.
On Bhadohi looms, every knot is tied by hand.
An artisan can weave just 4–6 inches of carpet in a day—imagine how much patience that requires!
Two styles of weaving are popular:
| Weaving Type | Known For | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Hand-knotted | Best quality, longest life | 2–6 months |
| Hand-tufted | Faster production | 7–20 days |
This is the stage where a carpet transforms from a thread into a work of art.
For weavers, this is not just work, it’s a legacy.
Step 4: Trimming & Washing – Finishing Begins
After weaving, the carpet is removed from the loom. Then begins trimming and carving.
Here, artisans smooth the carpet so that the design and texture appear perfect.
Then the carpet is washed—sometimes with natural pond water, sometimes by machine.
Purpose of washing:
- Remove dust and dye excess
- Soften texture
- Bring natural shine
The carpet is left in open sunlight for 3–10 days to dry.
Step 5: Binding & Final Touch
The next step is:
- Edge binding
- Latex backing (if tufted)
- Quality checks
- Final brushing
A Bhadohi carpet is ready when:
✔ The colors are perfect
✔ The texture is smooth
✔ The design is sharp
✔ There are no loose threads
Every carpet passes 3–5 QC checks before export.
Ready for the World: From Bhadohi to Homes Across the Globe🌏
Once the carpet is finalized, it is packed and sent to shipping houses—
to America, Germany, UAE, UK, Japan, and Australia.
Today, Bhadohi carpets are being decorated in:
- 5-star hotels 🏨
- Luxury villas 🏡
- Modern apartments
- Cultural art galleries.
But their hearts always remain in Bhadohi.
Why Bhadohi Carpets Are Special?
Bhadohi carpets aren’t just floor decor—
They’re a perfect blend of:
✨ Craftsmanship
✨ Tradition
✨ Patience
✨ Creativity
✨ Culture
Every carpet comes with a story.
And when a buyer places it in their home, the story is complete.
🪔 Final Words
If you have a handmade Bhadohi carpet in your home—
consider yourself in possession of a piece of art.
On which:
- The hard work of a weaver
- The perfection of an artisan
- The history of a design
- And the spirit of Bhadohi culture is enshrined.