Southwest Looms: Retailers and Manufacturers of Southwest Design Carpets and Navaho Reproduction Carpets

Weave Styles

The Dreamcatcher Collection is inspired by Navajo rug weaving traditions. We worked with our weavers over a four-year period to reproduce the exact feel, texture, weave and look of the Navajo hand-woven rug. All of our rugs are woven by finely trained weavers using New Zealand wool and color fast Swiss chrome dyes. Rugs are woven in traditional designs based on examples of Ganado, Teec Nos Pas, Two Gray Hills, Crystal, Chief Blankets, etc. These textiles are produced in two weaves. The Trading Post weave is a sturdy weave that varies between 20 and 24 wefts per linear inch. These durable rugs are designed for use on the floor. The Chief Blanket weave is a soft and malleable weave that varies between 40 and 60 wefts per linear inch. These textiles are made with finer yarn and may be used in low traffic areas on the floor or as wall hangings or table coverings.

The Pendleton® Collection is drawn from Pendleton and other historic blanket designs. Southwest Looms is the exclusive licensee for Pendleton rugs. For the first time, these striking designs are being produced as vibrant and lush pile carpets. The rugs are hand-knotted with approximately 80 knots to the square inch. We use high quality New Zealand wool and colorfast Swiss Chrome dyes to produce a rug that will provide beauty and durability for your lifetime. The wool is handspun, yielding varying diameters, so that when dyed a delightful variegated color is achieved, giving the completed rug a richness and subtle blend of colors.