Schoolgirl Style Classroom Rugs: Dream Rugs™ or Washables by SGS™?

Okay teacher friends...we have been keeping a secret!

And if you've been around Schoolgirl Style for a while, you probably already know our classroom rugs are kind of iconic.

We know your classroom rug isn't just classroom decor. It's where morning meetings happen. It's where read-alouds get cozy. It grounds the entire room. It's where students gather, connect, learn, laugh, and spend a huge part of their day.

So when it came time to bring rugs back, we didn't want to just bring them back…we wanted to make them better than ever before.

After a lot of planning, designing, testing, and dreaming, we're so excited to officially introduce our newest classroom rugs for 2026.

The twist?

This year, there isn't just one option. There are TWO!

Meet Dream Rugs™ and Washables by SGS™.

The more we talked to teachers and thought about how classrooms actually function, the more we realized one rug wasn't going to fit every need.

Some teachers wanted a large gathering rug where their entire class could come together. Others wanted something more flexible for reading corners, centers, and small group spaces.

So instead of asking one rug to do it all, we created two different options, each designed with a different classroom need in mind.

Dream Rugs™

The Heart of Every Classroom

If you're looking for a traditional classroom rug that becomes the center of your learning space, Dream Rugs™ are your new best friend.

Designed to be the foundation of your classroom, Dream Rugs™ create a welcoming gathering area where students can come together to learn, collaborate, and build classroom community throughout the school year. Whether you're hosting morning meetings, reading your favorite picture books aloud, teaching mini lessons, or simply gathering as a class, these rugs were designed to support the moments that matter most.

Dream Rugs™ feature a premium construction with vibrant, true-to-design colors, non-skid backing, stain-resistant materials, and a lay-flat design that helps eliminate curled corners and tripping hazards. They're soft, durable, and built to handle the everyday reality of busy classrooms while still looking beautiful year after year.

Available in a large 8' x 10' size, with select designs also offered in 5' x 7', Dream Rugs™ make an instant statement and create a natural focal point for your classroom. And with designs that coordinate with our newest 2026 classroom decor collections, it's easier than ever to create a cohesive space you'll love walking into every day! 

Why Teachers Love Dream Rugs™

•  Large format design for whole-group instruction

• Perfect for morning meetings, read-alouds, and small groups

• Lay-flat construction helps reduce curled edges

• Non-slip latex backing helps keep rugs securely in place

• Soft, comfortable surface for daily classroom use

• Durable construction built for high-traffic learning spaces

• Coordinates beautifully with Schoolgirl Style collections

• Creates an instant classroom centerpiece

And because we know quality matters, Dream Rugs™ feature:

• Vibrant, true-to-design colors

• Premium quality construction

• Non-skid backing

• No curling corners or tripping hazards

• Stain-resistant materials designed for real classroom life

Most Dream Rugs™ are available in 8' x 10', with select styles also available in 5' x 7'.

And when we say there are styles for everyone, we mean it.

Whether your classroom is colorful and playful, soft and calming, vintage-inspired, black-and-white, cottage-inspired, retro, or somewhere in between, there's a Dream Rug™ designed to fit your space beautifully.

Important: Dream Rugs™ Are Available for a Limited Time

This is probably the most important thing to know. Dream Rugs™ are only available during our preorder event!

For the next TWO WEEKS, you can reserve your rug before production begins. 

Pre-order closes on June 25th 2026 at 11:59pm so get yours before then! They take about 8 weeks to be delivered after the pre-order closing date and all sales are final!

Washables by SGS™

Flexible Spaces for Modern Classrooms

As much as we love a beautiful classroom gathering rug, we know that's only one piece of the puzzle. Teachers are constantly creating little learning spaces throughout their classrooms like reading corners, centers, small group areas, calm-down spaces, classroom libraries, and all the cozy spots students love most.

That's exactly why we created Washables by SGS™.

For the first time ever, we're introducing machine-washable classroom mats designed to bring comfort, flexibility, and practicality to those everyday learning spaces. They're lightweight, easy to move, easy to store, and ready for whatever classroom life throws their way.

Because we get it…markers leak, snack crumbs happen, paint gets spilled, cold and flu season (enough said), and somehow everything eventually ends up on the rug!

Available in a 5' x 7' size, Washables by SGS™ make it easy to create inviting spaces throughout your classroom while still coordinating beautifully with your favorite Schoolgirl Style collections.

Why Teachers Love Washables by SGS™

• Machine washable because teaching can be messy

• Lightweight and easy to move

• Foldable for convenient storage

•  Non-slip backing for added stability

• Perfect for reading nooks and classroom centers

• Great for small groups and calm-down spaces

• Designed for everyday classroom messes

• Coordinates with Schoolgirl Style collections

Every Washables by SGS™ mat is available in a versatile 5' x 7' size!

Need to move it to another part of the room? Easy. Need to fold it up for storage? Done. Need to wash it after a year full of glue sticks, crayons, snack crumbs, and mystery classroom messes? No problem!

And unlike Dream Rugs™, Washables by SGS™ are available year-round, so you can shop whenever you're ready!

So... Which One Should You Choose?

The good news? There isn't a wrong answer.

Both Dream Rugs™ and Washables by SGS™ were designed with real classrooms in mind—the biggest difference is simply how you plan to use them. Still not sure which one sounds more like you? Take this quick quiz!

 

Which Rug Are You Quiz:

 

1. Be honest... your classroom rug is:

A. Going exactly where I put it in August and staying there until retirement.

B. Getting moved at least 14 times before October.

 

2. It's the first day of school. Where are your students gathered?

A. Sitting together for morning meeting on a large classroom rug.

B. Spread throughout the room exploring centers and cozy learning spaces.

3. When you're shopping for a classroom rug, you're looking for:

A. Something large, substantial, and designed to be the centerpiece of the room.

B. Something lightweight, flexible, and easy to move when classroom needs change.

4. If a student spills an entire water bottle on your rug, your first thought is:

A. "Good thing this rug is built for real classroom life."

B. "No worries—I'll throw it in the wash later."

5. Which classroom phrase sounds most like you?

A. "Everyone meet me on the rug!"

B. "Find a cozy spot and get started."

Results:

Mostly A's? You're a Dream Rugs™ teacher.

You love creating a classroom gathering space where students can connect, learn, and build community together. Dream Rugs™ are designed to be the heart of your classroom—a beautiful, durable centerpiece that's ready for everything from morning meetings to read-alouds and everything in between.

Mostly B's? You're a Washables by SGS™ teacher.

You value flexibility, functionality, and creating cozy learning spaces throughout your classroom. Washables by SGS™ are lightweight, machine washable, and perfect for reading corners, small groups, centers, and all the little spaces that make a classroom feel like home.

A mix of both?

Honestly... same. 

A Dream Rug™ as your classroom gathering space paired with Washables by SGS™ throughout your centers, reading corners, and small-group areas might just be the perfect combination.

Frequently Asked Questions: Schoolgirl Style Classroom Rugs: Dream Rugs™ or Washables by SGS™

 

What sizes are Dream Rugs™ available in?

Most Dream Rugs™ are available in 8' x 10', with select styles also available in 5' x 7'.

What size are Washables by SGS™?

All Washables by SGS™ rugs are available in 5' x 7'.

Can I machine wash Washables by SGS™?

Yes! Washables by SGS™ are machine washable and designed for everyday classroom life.

Can I purchase Dream Rugs™ anytime?

No. Dream Rugs™ are available during our preorder event only and ship approximately 10–12 weeks after ordering. Pre-order closes on June 25th 2026 at 11:59pm so get yours before then!

Are Washables by SGS™ available all year?

Yes! Washables by SGS™ can be purchased year-round. These take about 4-5 weeks to be delivered and all sales are final! 

Do both rug collections coordinate with Schoolgirl Style decor?

Absolutely. Both Dream Rugs™ and Washables by SGS™ were designed to coordinate beautifully with our newest 2026 classroom decor collections, while also offering a variety of styles, colors, and designs to complement just about any classroom vibe!