Behind the Scenes

The Baluch nomads weave small rugs from wool from their own sheep and goats.

Tying a knot

Balouch nomads near Iran and Afghan border

Having a wonderful meal with my Turkoman host somewhere in the Khyber Pass. Note: no utensils or chairs but an old carpet on the floor

Iranian carpet designer

Tibetan Man using a primate drop spindle to spin wool, mainly for clothes but also small rugs. Tibet is a harsh but beautiful land.

Selecting my rugs at an Afghan warehouse

Busy on a loom. Large rugs will have 3 or more weavers tying knots. The curved knife is used to cut the yarn once knotted.

In an Afghan rug warehouse awaiting buyers and shipped worldwide.