Design: Over Dyed Area Rugs

Hello MBG readers! Brooke Jones bringing you an interesting trend, over dyed area rugs. I mean, who said old dogs can't learn new tricks? Over dyed area rugs are just that-- vintage rugs that have seen better days that are re-dyed in bright cheery new colors.
 

They almost look like abstract paintings for your floors, don't you think? These rugs would work great to update a traditional room or add a bit of history to modern spaces: a win-win no matter where you use them! Here are my favorite picks from ABC Carpet & Home:

{images via ABC Carpet & Home}





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19 comments

  1. omg I absolutely love this idea! I think I'll try it.
    hope you have a beautiful weekend, darling!

    caroline @ patagonia gifts and jewelry

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  2. I just LOVE over dyed rugs, I am actually looking to use some for my office. Such perfect balance of fresh and classic

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  3. What a cool idea! I so want to try this now.

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  4. a teal one is at the tip top of my wishlist. I have been eyeing for our guest room for months! Maybe soon!!

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  5. EDYTA: i love them too! probably any variation of pink would be my pick! :)

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  6. I am actually in the market for an area rug but don't want something too formal or traditional...this is a neat idea!

    joliejouel.blogspot.com

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  7. This is a really great idea. Is there a tutorial on how to properly do this without creating a disaster? I would love to try!

    Vonae Deyshawn
    www.myvirtueplace.com

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  8. WOW, this is beautiful! What a great idea!!

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  9. Actually, Brook this is not a new trend it had been around for a few years but still very cool

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  10. AnonymousMay 11, 2012

    Such a gorgeous idea! I love the colours!

    Kate {Something Fabulous}
    http://thesomethingfabulous.blogspot.com

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  11. These are genius and I love them!!

    ~Heather

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  12. AnonymousMay 11, 2012

    I love the colors of the over dyed rugs!! they are stunning. another thing to add to my want list!

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  13. This is such a great idea! Thank you! I just got an apartment and I don't know what to do with all of the floor space, this is great!

    Amore Fashiondore Blog

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  14. Hey Vonae, I haven't seen any tutorials but I'm sure they are out there (try Google?). If you try one, let me know how it goes! I would imagine it would be a lengthy process at home...

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  15. This is unbelievably awesome. Thanks for posting it!

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  16. SUCH a clever idea! ... love the sea foam one!

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  17. SUCH a clever idea! ... love the sea foam one!

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  18. I really love these rugs!

    I just love all area rugs and I really like these ones because they are perfect for dorm rooms!

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