The Art of Tibetan
Carpet Making
Each carpet undergoes a meticulous 9-step journey, combining centuries-old techniques with master craftsmanship. Discover the tradition behind every knot.
From Wool to Masterpiece
Follow the complete journey of how we transform raw Tibetan wool into exquisite hand-knotted carpets
Wool Selection & Preparation
The Journey Begins
Wool Sourcing
High-altitude Tibetan sheep wool ("Changpel") or New Zealand wool
Cleaning & Sorting
Washed to remove dirt, sorted by fiber length and softness
Carding & Spinning
Fibers aligned and hand-spun into yarn of precise thickness
Natural Dyeing Process
Rich, Lasting Colors
Natural Dyes
Madder root, indigo, walnut shells, saffron for authentic colors
Dyeing Process
Yarn boiled with dye for hours, then sun-dried to fix colors
Traditional Pattern Design
Thangka-Inspired Patterns
Cartoon Making
Graph paper blueprint guides weavers with exact patterns
Symbolism
Each motif carries deep cultural and spiritual meaning
Loom Preparation
The Vertical Loom
Wooden Frame
Traditional vertical loom structure
Warp Threads
Cotton or hemp threads stretched vertically
Unique to Tibet
Vertical looms differ from Persian horizontal looms
Manual Tension
Each warp thread carefully adjusted by hand
Tibetan Knotting
The Tibetan Loop Technique
Unique method that creates durable, soft pile
Rod Placement
Metal rod placed before warp threads
Loop Creation
Yarn looped around warp threads and rod
Rod Removal
Rod removed after row completion
Cutting Loops
Loops cut to create soft pile surface
Faster Technique
Tibetan knotting is faster than Turkish or Persian methods while creating superior pile quality.
Durable & Soft
Creates a thick, durable pile with unique loftiness and superior softness that lasts generations.
Beating & Weft Insertion
Securing the Knots
Weft Insertion
Horizontal thread inserted after each knot row
Beating Process
Heavy comb compresses knots for maximum strength
Structural Integrity
Creates dense, durable carpet that withstands generations
Trimming & Carving
Artistic Refinement
Surface Shearing
Even shearing creates uniform pile height
Contour Carving
Artisans carve around motifs for depth and clarity
This meticulous step transforms the woven carpet into a work of art, revealing the intricate patterns and adding three-dimensional depth.
Washing & Final Touches
Natural Cleansing
Natural Washing
Soap and water cleansing, beaten on rocks to remove fibers
Sun Drying
Stretched on frames and naturally sun-dried
Edge Binding
Edges bound, fringe trimmed, imperfections repaired
Final Quality Control
Knot Density
60-150 knots per square inch checked
Color Consistency
Natural dye consistency across entire carpet
Pattern Accuracy
Design precision and motif alignment verified
Ready for Generations
Each carpet undergoes multiple quality checks before being certified as a genuine Tibetan masterpiece, ready to be cherished for generations.
From Start to Finish
Generations of Skill
Our weavers inherit techniques passed down through generations. Each artisan trains for years to master the Tibetan knotting technique.
