Our Story
Rooted in Swedish textile tradition and craftsmanship, Vandra Rugs carries forward a legacy of excellence, innovation, and dedication to handwoven artistry
Vandra Rugs was founded in 2005 and originates from the textile company EMTE Textil, who had a close relationship with the well-known design house Svenskt Tenn. Established in the 1940s by Professor Edna Martin and textile designer Margit Thorén, EMTE Textil collaborated with a vast network of weavers across Sweden to create textiles and handwoven rugs. Their work was highly regarded by leading architects and interior design firms of the time.
“Vandra Rugs honour tradition while embracing innovation, crafting rugs with artistry and dedication.”



Barbro Thessing took over the company in the 1980s, expanding the product range and establishing close collaborations with renowned designers. Today, we maintain a strong relationship with Sweden’s leading weaving experts, including Borås Textilhögskola, for technical expertise and product development.

In 2005, Cia Attling, Marie Wallenberg Olsson, and Larissa Boden took the brand in a new direction by moving production to Ukraine. Over time, the collection grew beyond its original focus on cotton to also include wool rugs, allowing for more variety in materials and design. This opened up new opportunities to work with more designers and helped shape Vandra Rugs into what it is today.
The Vandra Rugs weaving atelier was established in southern Ukraine in 2007. In the summer of 2022, due to the Russian invasion, it relocated with its weavers to the Carpathian Mountains in western Ukraine. Today, around 45 weavers are involved in production, making the atelier one of the region’s key exporters to the West. Vandra Rugs takes pride in its skilled artisans and their dedication to quality and exceeding client expectations.

Bespoke service
Our bespoke service allows you to customise rugs to suit your specific space. Select alternative colours, materials, textures, patterns and finishes beyond our collections. With our expertise, we can guide you in creating a rug that enhances and complements the space.