Cheticamp Hooked Rugs

The Cheticamp hooked rug tradition and the artists in wool have distinguished themselves by the perfection of his/her designs and craftsmanship. The soft pastel colours, which are still hand dyed in the Cheticamp tradition, account for their popularity today. As you view the pictorial keep in mind that this is only a small selection of the abilities of these talented ladies which vary in age from 20 to 72. An accomplished artisan will take nine hours of concentrated work to complete a square foot block of his/her design. On average, there are eight to fifteen colours in various shades to a small design. As you travel through our site, if you see a pattern or design you wish to purchase, contact us concerning size, shape and design. Due to the intricate nature of these designs and patterns it is difficult to quote an inclusive price. Let us know your requirements and we will then be able to quote you a price. So, if you desire a mat, coasters, wall hanging or rug custom made to your specifications or traditional design, our contact page will direct you to our home. Elizabeth Lefort's mural, Canada's Centennial features 416 colours, 1,750,000 stitches or loops and covers an area of 66 square feet. As you see, these creations are labour intensive and require a great deal of time and energy. Enjoy browsing!