Eija Rasinmäki

Eija Rasinmäki (b. 1945) has left a distinctive mark on the everyday lives of Finnish homes for decades. The textile artist founded her first weaving mill in Loimaa in 1970, and over the years, her unique rag rugs and other rug designs have found their way into both Finnish department stores and international markets. She is also one of the co-founders of the rug brand Finarte and served as the company’s longtime head designer.

Rasinmäki’s work is defined by an uncompromising dedication to quality materials, Finnish craftsmanship and its traditions, as well as a strong drive to push rug design forward in bold new ways. Her life’s work has been widely recognised: she has been granted an artist’s pension, and she received the prestigious Pro Finlandia Medal in 2022.