This is from a while ago, actually- back around the time I made merguez wontons in turkey phở. The leftover merguez mixture- after a day or two in the fridge to get extra sausagey- was the base for a pasta sauce with the last of the local heirloom tomatoes, garlic, onion, herbs, and white wine. I reduced it to a rich thickness, and tossed in a bunch of Israeli couscous. Just ridiculous. If ...

... the feel this would bring to a space, though it is pricey! Price: $41,938 Dealer: Paris 2) Swedish Kilim This Mid 20th Century Sweedish Kilim is described as "a Kilim with a modern twist." Already known as great way to bring exotic color into a space, we love that this textile does so in such a modern way! Price: $3,500 ...

... up destined for a new home.  Rightly so, along with some great deals to be had there were some beautiful, high quality rugs!   Above:  A Kilim with very fine weave. Actually a very colorful carpet measuring in the vicinity of 9' x 12'.  Extremely affordable at a bargain price of $350! Above:  ...

... wool rug with a faint, cream-colored floral pattern. It's a great rug but it's SO damn boring...and square. I'm looking for something a bit more colorful and have been obsessing over kilim rugs. Here are a few photos that have been fueling the fire. The image directly below is from one of my favorite blogs, The Brick House. Love it! I can't remember where the image under ...

... (and the phantom pains of other defunct shelter magazines of yesteryear). Let’s distract ourselves with pretty things found on the magical interwebs by sheer luck. I was on Yurdan.com looking for kilim rugs and instead found this amazing vintage inspired necklace! The woven silk braid combined with the stones and rustic gold branches would look amazing paired with a simple silk camisole or ...

... ;margin:0px' src= height=140 width=112/> Atelier Task Table Lamp - $299.00 <img class=\'rss image'\ style='padding:0px;margin:0px' src= height=140 width=112/> Kilim Small Ottoman - $595.00 <img class=\'rss image'\ style='padding:0px;margin:0px' src= height=140 width=112/> Hamilton Upholstered Sofa - $2,545.00 <img class=\'rss ...

... Tour #1 Now it's time for--the front hall and dining room! This is the view from the end of the hall with the dining room. I think the vestibule door is about ten feet high. This kilim rug is hanging over a salvaged bookcase just as you come into the hall from the vestibule. I've had it for over 20 years and it used to be on an armchair in the corner of the living room in the first ...

Source: Restoration Hardware - handwoven kilim ottoman. The textures and the rough-hewn fabric appeals. I can't see paying $995 retail for it. I wonder how hard it would be to construct a basic wooden frame, pad it with foam, buy some legs, and cover with a cool fabric. It's got to be easier than say, recovering a couch or an armchair.