It is not likely that the rug is authenticated if there is a bundle or warps along the edges. There are very few Navajo rugs that have such bundles. And even then, only two or three of the warp threads would make up that bundle. Additionally, only one warp string would be placed next to that bundle. Many Navajo rugs come with side cords. Navajo rugs may have what Indian dealers call "lazylines." It is an inaccurate, insulting term and I hope that it will be replaced soon by the "Section Line." A section line or diagonal joint in the weave is where a weaver can work on a single section of the rug. She weaves a section, then switches to weaving another. This creates the diagonal part line. However, not all Navajo rugs include section lines.

These rugs do not have a border on them. They feature horizontal bands and are made using natural vegetable dyes. The stripes also usually include added design elements, including arrows, stars, triangles, and diamonds. Named after a Navajo settlement in northeastern Arizona, this rug design features a wide border, along with intricate geometric patterns. The colors are vibrant in Teec Nos Pos rugs and display feather and arrow designs within the center of them. This rug design comes from a trading post called Two Grey Hills. They are high-quality and have intricate patterns. The rugs are made using natural wool that is undyed. There are “spirit lines” that act as accents around the borders of these rugs.

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The Chinle style came before theother 2 banded styles. This was a revival of the borderless and banded designsof the Early Classic Period of Navajo weaving. Aniline dyes of red and blackare used for highlights. They have muted pastels with natural greys, whites,golds, and greens. Occasionally they may also have bright and bold black,white, and red. The Chinle style originated in the town of Chinle but is now woven everywhere in theNavajo nation. Because of its simplicity, it takes less time to weave and istherefore one of the most commonly woven rugs.

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They can be used for many years. Because of their delicate construction, it is best to wash them by hand and not by the washing machine. The vibrant colors found in Navajo rugs are mainly naturally colored or colored with vegetable dyes. These colors will not fade and last for longer than you might expect. They can last for many decades if they are well maintained by being properly cleaned and kept in sufficient sunlight. There are actually four types of Navajo rugs that are very popular around the globe. These are Ganado and Two Grey Hills. The differences in design make these categories. The Ganado and Klagetoh are simpler than the others.

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Here's Jennie Slick, master weaver, with a small finished rug. It is easy to see the rug has no fringe. The side selvage cord contrasts well with the dark wool background. This rug is authentic Navajo. This rug is 100% wool including the warp. It also has a side selvage chord. Finally, a Zapotec rug is at right. The fringe can be seen at the bottom. This rug is often mistaken for a Navajo weaving. You can see the fringe at the bottom. These rugs' yarns are often hand spun and dyed by hand. It takes a lot of skill to weave them. These rugs aren't Navajo in color and have a significantly smaller pattern than a typical Navajo piece of the same size.

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There will usually be 3bands of wavy lines or a solid color between one or two more complex bands,which are patterned with motifs such as squash blossoms, arrows, stars,crosses, triangles, etc. Muted earthen colors such as rust, grey, and rich brown, aswell as pastel greens, pinks, or yellow are common. This design was said to be influenced by the serape blanketsworn in New Mexico.The design is usually a simple geometric shape such as a chevron, diamond, serrate, or triangle, etc. These are either repeated throughout the rug or as a border or evencan appear in blocks set against a solid background. The design will appearquite busy and can have a combination of colors.

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