Drafting
a graph
After having selection of design color and the size of carpet, a full size,
color templates will be drafted into the graph by graphic artist for the weavers
to see the design and color accurately.
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Preparing
wool
The wool is sheared from Tibetan highland sheep which are indigenous to the
Himalayan region. The wool must be cleaned, combed and sorted by hand. New
Zealand wool is imported pre-cleaned and sorted and blended with Tibetan wool
as specified and mixed with the carding machine then send to spinning team
for to create spun wool.
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Dying
and Winding
Spun wool is sent offsite to be dyed and comes back on large racks from which
it must be wound into balls of yarn. Winding is done by the eldest Women,
It only requires three to four hours of work a day. The wound balls of yarn
are then inventoried by color and gauge until they are to be used in a carpet.
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Weaving
The method of weaving is distinct by virtue of wrapping a continuous length
of yarn over a metal rod laid across each row of pile on the loom. Once the
rod has been wrapped, the yarn is cut, thereby producing two rows of pile.
The number of weavers depends upon the size of the carpet. Anywhere from one
to five weavers will work on a single carpet at the same time. Sitting side
by side, the weavers will converse, laugh and even sing songs while working.
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Finishing
Once the weaving is completed, a final inspection is made and finishing touches
are added to ensure a carpet of the highest quality. The carpet is turned
over and each knot is individually pressed to provide a smooth, uniform finish
on the backside. The carpet pile is then clipped by hand so that the carpet
surface is even and smooth. The design is then trimmed by cutting the outlines
of each color to give the pattern realize.
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Washing
and cleaning
All carpets are washed (unless specified otherwise by the customer). Afterward,
they are dried in the open air. Once these many steps have been accomplished,
your carpet is ready for shipment.
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Preparation
for shipment
Carpets are wrapped in several sheets of thick plastic to protect it from
the elements and covered with jute sacks. We take care that carpet will arrive
at your door undamaged and ready to add warmth and beauty to your home for
generations to come.