Level: Level 2

This weaving has it’s origins near the Four Corners, where the states of Colorado, Utah, Arizona and New Mexico meet. The serrated design probably evolved from early Hispanic weavings, called … Continued

Twill weaving was often used for saddle blankets as the pattern was not important and the twill, by its nature, is thicker than a normal tapestry weave and wore better … Continued

An unusual weaving, this is a Two Face pattern because it is different of each side. It is one of the most difficult types of weaving to make and requires … Continued

An unusual weaving, this is a Two Face pattern as it is different of each side. It is one of the most difficult types of weaving to make and requires … Continued

This striped pattern originated at the Chinle Trading Post at the mouth of Canyon de Chelley, Arizona. This canyon is the heart of the Navajo Nation and is now a … Continued

This weaving type are made in styles that were originally made as saddle blankets. Slightly thicker than the basic tapestry weave, the twill was popular because of its durability. Being … Continued

This small weaving has it’s origins at the Teec Nos Pos Trading Post in Arizona. It is near the Four Corners where the states of Utah, New Mexico, Arizona and … Continued

This weaving came from the Four Corners area of the Navajo Reservation where the states of Colorado, Arizona, Utah and New Mexico meet. Two trading posts in that area, Teec … Continued

This is a Raised Outline weaving which originated at the Coal Mine Mesa Trading Post near Tuba City, Arizona. by alternating weft threads, the weaver produced a weaving that had … Continued

This weaving is an example of a vegetal dye rug. The geometric pieces made with these organic dyes originated at the Burntwater Trading Post North of Holbrook, Arizona. These pieces … Continued