Choosing a Berber Azilal rug for a sunny garden

A garden in the sun tells you this time about the Azilal Berber carpet . Azilal carpets are Moroccan handcrafted pieces originating from the Azilal province, located in the High Atlas Mountains. Hand-woven by Berber women in this region, these carpets are distinguished by their colorful geometric patterns (diamonds, lines) and their generally ecru background. Each carpet tells a story, reflecting the traditions and beliefs of the Azilal tribe.

Discovering the Azilal Berber carpet

The making of these rugs begins with the careful harvesting of wool from local sheep. The artisans then wash the wool in the river using soapwort plants and leave it to dry under the stars overnight to ward off the evil eye. The pure wool rugs feature brilliant tones thanks to the use of local flowers and vegetation for dyeing.

Azilal rug designs often consist of simple geometric shapes, with the extravagance of a denser pile. The colored, undyed wool used on the surface creates a shiny, fabric-like feel.

These rugs are not only prized decorative objects, but also living witnesses of Berber history and culture, bringing an authentic and artistic touch to any interior.

How to make the right choice of an Azilal rug?

Choosing your rug is above all a question of taste: the patterns, the color, the dimensions, but it is also a set of characteristics which will testify to the quality and authenticity of your rug.

Wool : Authentic Azilal rugs are made from natural wool from sheep raised in the region. This wool, used in the manufacture of Azilal Berber rugs , is soft, thick and may have natural variations related to artisanal manufacturing.

Traditional Weaving : Azilal rugs are hand-woven, resulting in visible knots and a unique texture. The knots may be irregular, as each artisan has their own weaving style. Genuine Azilal rugs have irregular edges and are often hand-fringed.

Patterns : Genuine Azilal rugs feature geometric patterns inspired by nature and Berber life, often asymmetrical and stylized. Each Azilal rug is a unique creation, which means that the patterns may vary slightly from one rug to another. The colors of Azilal rugs are usually derived from natural dyes made from plants or local minerals. The true colors of Azilal rugs may have small variations, which is a sign of the use of natural dyes and the handmade work.

Weight and textures : An authentic Azilal rug is soft due to its thick wool. This rug is heavy due to its dense weave and the natural materials used, sourced from Morocco. Each Azilal rug has irregular details that are part of its charm and unique character.

Origin : An Azilal rug comes specifically from the Azilal region in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco and is made by local artisans by hand in small workshops.

Price : Choosing an Azilal rug means opting for a generally expensive piece, due to its artisanal manufacture with natural materials.

When purchasing this type of Berber rug , it is recommended that you turn to specialist retailers who can guarantee the authenticity of your rug, as is the case at Un jardin au soleil .

Choose the Azilal Berber rug for a warm and unique interior

Adding an Azilal rug to your interior decoration also means choosing to support many Moroccan artisans in the hand-making of unique rugs. Azilal Berber rugs are unique pieces, ideal for a unique and refined decoration. This sheep wool rug is robust, which will allow you to keep it for many years. Browse our selection of rugs directly from Moroccan workshops.