Woven carpets became a defining aspect of Tibetan culture, and carpet weaving found acceptance as a folk art. Carpet weaving was always a household occupation in Tibet, passed from one generation to another.

According to archeological evidence, sheep were reared as long as four thousand years ago in Northern Tibet. What has sustained carpet weaving is Tibet's greatest natural sheep wool. Tibetan sheep wool is prized for its elasticity and its tensile strength. Its smooth surface and reflecting more light gives it distinct luster.
Designs in Tibetan carpets have evolved significantly. Generally, traditional designs resist integration and are complete into them. Whereas western tastes tend to be dictated by the design and color scheme depending on the environment they are placed. We make both traditional and custom designs.

Dyeing is another interesting part of Tibetan carpet. In Tibet, it is the environment friendly "vegetable dyes" alone that are prepared and used in all the carpets. Metal free chemical dyes are now used in Nepal. We use both as per client's choice.

Tibetan rug making is an enduring craft that goes through many stages given each process a unique old technique from wool sorting to finishing. It takes more than ten different hands to complete each rug that makes so different.

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Facts | Texture | Raw Materials | Wool Sorting | Hand-Carding | Hand-Spinning | Pot-Dyeing | Hand-Knotting | Shearing | Washing | Trimming | Finishing