"Puffin," in the East Coast tradition.

If you’ve ever stepped into a salt-weathered kitchen on the East Coast of Canada—perhaps in Lunenburg, Annapolis Royal, or out near Twillingate—you might’ve noticed something underfoot: a work of art made with wool, love, and stories. Welcome to the world of hooked rugs, one of Canada’s most enduring and heartfelt folk traditions.

Rug hooking began as a humble domestic craft in the early 19th century. Women, often from fishing communities in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland, used scraps of wool or yarn pulled through burlap to create practical floor coverings. But these were never just functional. They told stories—about the sea, the land, the people, and the weather.

Artwork Details

From our studio to your space, we follow a carefully crafted 10-step production process to ensure your masterpiece looks extraordinary when it arrives.

• Your artwork is created on museum-quality, acid-free archival paper. 
• Printed in Canada and your order ships in 5-7 business days after final quality checks are completed.
• Please inquire about our RUSH project services.

Framing options* - We’ve partnered with professional framers in the GTA to bring you a range of high-quality, surprisingly affordable options tailored to fit your taste – and your space. 

Looking for something different? Our Design Studio can help. Through our partner network, we’re able to source unique styles and hard to find materials. 

Read about our approach to quality and what makes Elliott Best artwork extraordinary.

*Frames not included. Mock-up dimensions are approximate.