Rugs · Various regions, Morocco

Boucherouite Rug

Recycled textile rugs made from fabric scraps, rags, and clothing remnants. Wildly colorful and eclectic.

History & Cultural Context

Born from necessity in the mid-20th century when wool became expensive, women began weaving rugs from any available fabric. The name comes from the Arabic 'bu sherwit' meaning torn or repurposed. Once considered a poor substitute, they are now valued as folk art.

Materials

Recycled fabric stripsCotton, polyester, and nylon scraps from clothing and household textiles
Cotton warp threadsStructural threads that hold the woven strips together

Production Techniques

Rag weavingTraditional
Fabric strips are woven through warp threads on a horizontal or vertical loom

Production Notes

Flat-woven or knotted using strips of recycled cotton, nylon, and polyester fabric. Production time varies: 1–4 weeks depending on size.

Quality Indicators

Quality

Tight, dense weave with no gapsBalanced color composition

Red Flags

Loose weave with visible warp threads

Price Ranges

Budget200 – 600 MAD(~$20 – $60)

Small runners, loose weave

Mid-range600 – 1500 MAD(~$60 – $150)

Medium size, good density, attractive color composition

Premium1500 – 4000 MAD(~$150 – $400)

Large pieces, exceptional design, tight weave throughout

Luxury4000 – 8000 MAD(~$400 – $800)

Collector pieces, vintage, art-quality composition