Category Archives: Rug Structures

Structural analysis of carpets with an emphasis on Afghan tribal rugs: pile structures, selvedges, kilim ends, closures, and fringe.

Too good to pass up…

Posted on June 17, 2009 by Kevin

Excellent *free* live Coldplay concert

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The Camel’s Back

Posted on June 8, 2007 by Kevin

Two by Two Here are four rugs woven by two weavers of one pattern. The two pairs have distinctly different structures and materials, but each pair’s material, color, drawing, border, handle, knotting, and selvedge is consistent. Note inverted red helicopter … Continue reading →

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Call for Essays

Posted on April 12, 2007 by Kevin

Warrug is looking for essays for its series of upcoming publications. Please contact warrug.com with ideas if you are interested. -Kevin

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Amazing Structural Rug Information

Posted on July 30, 2006 by Kevin

Either I missed this before, or Marla Mallett has updated her site. For example her End Finishes Project is really amazing. warp loopsoblique interlacinghalf-hitch bands. Well done!!

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Yarn Spinning Info

Posted on January 22, 2006 by Kevin

Photos and description can be found here Carpet stain guide

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