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🌈🐈 THE MEOWMERE - TERRARIA

"The cat projectile makes a "meow" sound and produces a small rainbow explosion every time it ricochets."

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Cosmonautics - rug by Jafar Mujiri, joint commissioned by the Azerbaijani Democratic Party and Tudeh Party of Iran (1965)

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December 2024 in Kuşadası, Turkey. Saw these Turkish rugs in the making! This also reminded me of Penelope of Ithaca at her loom. Photos by me.

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#photography #travel #europe #asia #turkey #kuşadası #silk #silkweaving #rug #turkishrug #carpet #carpetmaking #carpetweaving

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Rug from Turkmen SSR depicting Nikita Khrushchev with cosmonauts Yuri Gagarin and German Titov (1962)

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Rug Making Tools Guide: From Loom to Finished Carpet

Rug making is a timeless textile craft that combines creativity, skill, and the right equipment. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artisan, selecting the proper rug-making tools can significantly improve the quality and durability of your finished carpet.

Every rug starts with a solid foundation. Frame looms and rigid heddle looms provide the structure needed to maintain consistent tension during weaving. These tools are ideal for creating everything from decorative wall hangings to large handmade rugs.

For adding texture and design, punch needles and traditional rug hooks are among the most popular options. Punch needles allow crafters to create looped patterns quickly, while rug hooks offer greater precision for detailed work. Both methods are widely used in modern textile arts and DIY rug projects.

When speed and scale are important, a tufting gun can be a valuable addition. This tool enables makers to produce larger rugs efficiently while maintaining a professional appearance. To achieve the best results, tufting guns should be used with a sturdy frame and properly stretched backing fabric.

Finishing tools are equally important. Curved rug scissors help trim and shape the pile, while latex adhesive secures the backing and reduces shedding. Binding materials and blocking techniques further enhance durability and give rugs a polished, professional finish.

Whether you prefer weaving, hooking, punching, or tufting, investing in quality tools is the first step toward creating beautiful handmade rugs.

Learn more about rug-making equipment and techniques at: https://www.luxurifyhome.com/blogs/news/rug-making-tools-from-loom-to-finished-carpet

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Tools of Tradition: The Silent Instruments Behind Exquisite Handmade Carpets

Walk into a traditional carpet workshop and the first thing you notice is how little has changed over time. The wooden loom stands tall, threads stretched tightly, while a weaver patiently ties knot after knot. There are no loud machines or fast-moving systems—just skill, rhythm, and focus.

The tools used in handmade carpet weaving are surprisingly simple, yet incredibly important. A sturdy metal beater is used to press each row of knots firmly into place, giving the carpet its strength. A small curved knife trims the yarn with precision, shaping the soft surface that makes handmade carpets so special.

Nearby, wool is spun into yarn and prepared for dyeing. In many workshops, natural colors are still created using traditional methods that have been practiced for generations. These quiet processes are what give handmade carpets their character and authenticity.

What makes these tools remarkable is not their design, but the hands that use them. Years of experience, patience, and tradition come together to create something that machines simply cannot copy. Every finished carpet carries a story woven into every thread.

Read more: https://www.luxurifyhome.com/blogs/news/tools-of-tradition-the-silent-instruments-behind-exquisite-handmade-carpets?_pos=1&_sid=c2ac8e619&_ss=r

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