Cotton threads warping
Abstract
First, the carpet is woven with threads made from old clothes, cut into thin strips and spun. It is first woven with a shuttle, so as not to use dyed woolen threads. Then the "teeth" are placed, which maintain the longitudinal width of the carpet.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Crafts
Textile
and Design
Fashion and Cultural Textiles
Textile materials and evaluations
Publication details
- Journal / source
- The British Museum
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026