The cleaned wool is spun into the yarns by using a traditional spinning wheel. Whether it’s wool, silk or cotton it all starts with the material selection. Before the yarn is dyed, it is first washed.
This is a fine example of a traditional hand woven carpet. Oriental Rug Galaxy. Design Modern and Contemporary.
The rug is laid flat on the ground, then fresh water is poured over it. The rug washers then use a wood plank, sharpened on one edge, to force the water through the rug pile. This removes impurities picked up during the creation process.
The cleaned wool is spun into the yarns by using a traditional spinning wheel. Whether it’s wool, silk or cotton it all starts with the material selection. Before the yarn is dyed, it is first washed.
The rug is laid flat on the ground, then fresh water is poured over it. The rug washers then use a wood plank, sharpened on one edge, to force the water through the rug pile. This removes impurities picked up during the creation process.
The rug is laid flat on the ground, then fresh water is poured over it. The rug washers then use a wood plank, sharpened on one edge, to force the water through the rug pile. This removes impurities picked up during the creation process.