Welcome to a fascinating world- 

the world of weaving wonders!

This section is for those who want to learn, learn, learn!!!  Personally, it's my favorite section because I believe in learning, and I am, after all, a teacher.  So whether you know a lot of stuff about rugs and textiles, or even if you're just getting started, the key is being interested.

If you're a visual learner, you can click on most pictures to see them bigger!

If you get anything out of this section, I hope it's an awed amazement coupled with a sense of wonder at how much work, thought, and skill goes into creating each one of the unique pieces here represented.

So, what's the big deal about textiles?

The magical essence of all things textile lies in the relationship between the raw materials used to create the object, and the human hands which have woven, dyed, needle pointed, and crafted each piece.  An artist cannot create without adding something personal- a special shell; a certain design; a lock; certain memories, thoughts, and, perhaps, prayers while working.  Though the creators of textiles might not consider themselves artists, their personal expressions remain uninterrupted and evidenced in the language of color, design, deviations from traditional design, and form.  The creation of each piece involves a time consuming process.  Each unique piece represents a journey- first that of its creator, and second that of each subsequent owner.  Textiles are more than just objects or possessions; they are memories, personal treasures, and creative expressions!

Yet, they need an interpreter!  They're from a different world than ours!  That's what this section is all about- understanding the process and the cultural context from which these marvelous expressions come.