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HOW NAVAJO RUGS ARE MADE.
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PUBLISHED BY J. R. WILLIS, GALLUP, NEW MEXICO
HOW NAVAJO RUGS ARE MADE.
This scene represents the making of a Navajo rug
in the Indians' home or Hogan, which is done in
the winter time. In summer, the weaving is done
outdoors under the shade of a tree. After the wool
has been sheared from the sheep, sorted and washed,
it is carded, to make the fibers lie in one direction,
which is here being done by the small girl in the
center. It is then worked into a cord and wound
upon a distaff, which is being done by the woman
at the left. This operation is repeated many times
until the cord has been twisted to the desired fine-
ness and hardness. That which is to be red is then
dyed. The last step is the weaving. The manner of
weaving and the loom with an unfinished blanket, or
rug, are shown at the right. These fabrics, of all
wool, and entirely hand made are becoming greatly
appreciated for their wearing qualities no less than
their striking beauty.
AMERICAN ART COLORED
AGO
