JAB Anstoetz, a German company, utilizes only the finest New Zealand wools in the production of their modern handmade rugs. Their LASA carpet is made from a felted New Zealand merino wool that implores an especially thick core yarn. This yarn has a very clear-cut surface which closes off the dark yarn core from the colorful sheath. For a more casual look, JAB Anstoetz offers their LEM carpet. This area rug is made from a knitted cord and features a very long pile from knitting yarn that falls over a ground of short New Zealand wool.