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If Christmas is getting you down and you have far too much to do, why not get away from it all. There are worse things than jumping on a magic carpet for a dream trip away from the stresses of day-to-day life. Uri Jacobi Oriental carpets may be able to find you that perfect magic carpet. With so much stock to choose from it’s a real Aladdin’s Cave. There are hand knotted rugs and much more besides. Ziegler rugs in Cheshire can be difficult to come across as they are very popular products. The Ziegler rugs originate from Afghanistan.They are made using the best Ghazni Hand spun wool and vegetable dyes to create a soft antiqued look. Hand knotted rugs can last a lifetime and can be handed down to future generations as heirlooms. They are beautifully coloured using the delicate dyes and the wool is woven on cotton weft and warp. They are often made with a simple and delicate pattern. The items will make a statement in anyone’s home and are sure to be a talking point for anyone who invites friends round this Christmas. They were first produced in the 1880s but are still bought today and are timeless in their appeal. The gorgeous hand knotted rugs are seen as classics by many rug enthusiasts. If the Ziegler rugs are cared for properly they could prove to be an investment and increase in value.