Navajo Weaving Kathy Truong
“Tribal” Fashion
3 Time Periods Classic Period Basic horizontal stripes inspired by basket weaving taught by the Pueblo Indians and Zuni tribe Basic cream, red, brown and black colors Farmed wool “manta” wider than longer blankets
3 Time Periods Transition Period Spanish influence Indigo, bayeta red Churro wool “serape” longer than wider blankets trading
Rug Period Rugs instead of blankets Oranges, purples, blues for Anglo-American trade market Decline in looms and blankets Drought and relocation 3 Time Periods
Navajo Weaving Designs 1. Horizontal stripes 2. Diamond dazzlers 3. Tapestry
Navajo Weaving Loom
1.Vertical Loom 2. Back Strap Loom 3. Horizontal Loom
Part 2: Making my own Vertical Loom