Oct 16, 2020
Khayamiya
Khayamiya are Egyptian textile hangings made with appliqué and quilting. The art form itself is said to be centuries old, and the techniques are largely unchanged and very impressive, with artisans being able to sew at a stitch a second, and some doing parts of the sewing with their eyes closed. Though usually hung on the insides of tents, some use them as blankets or even table cloths today.
(ID: ten quilted squares in many colors, mostly done with "Arabesque" and knotwork motifs in a radial design. 3 of the hangings include lotus motifs as well. The most common colors are blue, red, and green on a black or white base fabric. End ID)
