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What to Send a Rug Manufacturer in Your First Enquiry
Five details to put in your first email to a handmade rug maker, and why price can wait until there is a sample on the table. With a checklist you can copy.
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I write practical notes from rugs, exports, buyer development, ERP systems, money, books, and founder discipline — lessons from mistakes, working ideas, and reminders worth keeping.
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The Evolution of Carpet Designs: Insights from Amit Jain, MD of Pequra
How carpet design has evolved from Persian and Mughal patterns to minimalist, bold and eco-friendly rugs, with notes on Pequra’s kids’ carpet collection.
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Embracing Change: The Evolving Tapestry of the Handicrafts, Carpets, and Rugs Industry
How the handicrafts, carpet and rug industry is weathering change — the challenges, the resilience, and where the craft goes next.
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Embracing Opportunities in the Evolving Global Currency Landscape
As I promised in my previous article about "The Changing Landscape of Global Currency" we will discuss opportunities in the current scenario, so here it is...
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The Changing Landscape of Global Currency
For decades, the US dollar has been the world's leading reserve currency, dominating international trade and finance. However, recent developments have raised questions about the dollar's position…
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7 Unique Benefits of Handmade Carpets
Handmade carpets are a beautiful and unique addition to any home. They are often made using traditional techniques and patterns and can last many years with proper care. Here are some of the…
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What’s the Difference? Modern vs. Contemporary Design
Modern design refers to an era that has passed, while contemporary design is all about the now and the future.
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Different Carpet Types – A Beginner’s Guide
There are different types of carpets to choose from when you are shopping for a new floor covering. It also depends on which area you are choosing a carpet, It's for indoor or outdoor or for the…
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Custom Rugs: What No One Is Talking About
I would rather not set out to avoid the real issue while giving the fundamental subtleties. In this way, here’s the response; mats that are modified in light of your necessities and thoughts.…
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3 Reasons to have Good Business Strategies
A business strategy is basically a documented plan mentioning how a company is setting out to reach to its business goals. Therefore, these strategies include different types of main principles,…
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Colors that don’t just look good
When we all think of our dream home we imagine it to be something that would match our style. Some like it modern and contemporary while some like it as vintage and simple. A lot of times our…
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11 Compelling Reasons Why You Need Carpets & Rugs
In the past and even today, carpet is very popular with homeowners all across the World. Carpet is the most practical, fashionable, and versatile choice of flooring out there, as it also accounts…
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I write to document what experience is teaching me — so I can think more clearly, avoid repeating mistakes, and share practical lessons with people building real businesses.
These are not polished theories. They are working notes from real life, real business, and real decisions.