Process of making hand knotted rug.

The making of Hand-knotted rugs are created by skilled artisans who individually tie each knot on a warp, a process that results in a durable, detailed, and unique rug.

Here's a more detailed look at the process:

Spinning Dyeing of wool:

Raw wool is cleaned and then hand spun or mill spun to convert into yarn. Fresh spun yarn is then submerge into dye baths.

Knotting:

A continuous yarn is wrapped around two warps and then once around a temporary rod, creating a loop. After a row of loops is finished, the row is cut to construct the knots.

Weaving:

The weaver meticulously ties each knot, creating the pile of the rug.

Finishing:

Once the weaving is complete, the excess fabric is clipped to create a flat and even surface.

Materials:

Wool, silk, and cotton are the primary materials used, with wool being the most common for the pile and cotton for the warp

Time and Skill:

Hand-knotted rug weaving is a time taking and labor-intensive process, requiring skilled artisans and significant time to complete.