Characteristics of Navajo Rugs
Maintaining the Weaving Craft The Navajos are the only native people doing a vast amount of weaving today. Large numbers of Navajo‘s continue to weave commercially. The same methods of weaving have been used for over three hundred years. These rugs are made in the weaver’s home where beautiful works of art come to life. The Wool Authentic Navajo rugs are weaved with handspun wool. Some Navajo’s today still raise their own sheep and use the wool from their sheep. The wool is interchanged into warp and threads by the weaver. Commercial wool yarn is also used, which creates a more symmetrical appearance in the rug shape. Coloration Natural wool colors include white black and brown. Vegetal dyes are also natural colors or dyes created by boiling plants and mixing it with the wool. Aniline Dyes are commercial dyes that make bright colors. Authentic Navajo Rugs at Palms Trading Company Navajo rugs hold a special place at Palms Trading Company. We are proud to have a va...