the significance of textiles

Textiles are a powerful symbol of cultural and individual identity.

Ten Ancient Textiles in the News!

It's very unusual to find ancient textiles that have withstood the ravages of time. Most of them disintegrate within a few years.

BUT, sometimes the conditions are perfect for preservation of cloth.

Here's a great article about 10 ancient textiles, some of which I never even knew existed!

Check them out here.

Rabari People: Photographs by Jimmy Nelson

Jimmy Nelson is a photographer who has traveled among some of the globe's last-remaining tribal peoples, including the Rabari of Western India. His images are astounding. 

Perspectives Part 3: Me and Jack Cassin on Slit-Weave Tapestry

This is the third installment in a series of interpretations of a single textile by myself and a guest expert, Jack Cassin.

Part 1 of Slit-Weave Tapestry with Jack Cassin
Part 2 of Slit-Weave Tapestry with Jack Cassin


Jack Cassin is a well-known textile and carpet researcher and collector. He curates two fascinating websites, each well worth a visit:

Perspectives: Part 1 - Me and Jack Cassin on Slit Weave Textile

Bohemia: Magical Textiles is trying something new. This is the first in a series of interpretations of a single textile by myself and a guest expert.

Letter from Jack Cassin, Textile Expert

Through this blog, I have become acquainted with Jack Cassin, a 

well-known textile expert with sometimes controversial views. Jack is a 
highly passionate guy! He curates two fascinating websites. The research 

presented, the textiles on display, and the extremely lively 
discussions are absolutely riveting. Please check them out. 

You will NOT be sorry.

Rug Kazbah

Weaving Art Museum and Research Institute