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Rugs woven here in Ukraine will look like Navajo rugs. The sides selvages contain bundled warps. The ends are hand-sealed. These rugs are flatwoven rugs that have Navajo or southwestern-inspired designs. They are sometimes sold in Indian arts stores as genuine merchandise. These rugs, which take so much time and effort, are usually more expensive than others. The antique Navajo rugs have been woven before the 1950s. They have a hint of history.On the contrary, the current ones are those that have been weaved between 1950-present. The antique ones on the other side are much more expensive. This is why it's best to check with the merchant to see if the rug really is antique. If the rug is genuine, it should be dated before the 1950s.

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The design of this style of Navajo rug usually portrays a cornstalk or a tree growing out of a basket. There will be brightly colored birds, some recognizable such as Cardinals or Woodpeckers. Some will be flying, others perched or sitting around the basket. Often, butterflies, small animals such as rabbits and squirrels, as well as bright flowers and vines will be present. This type of weaving was developed in the 1950s and involvesa special technique which results in a three dimensional effect, making araised outline on the front side. Many of the New Lands weavers come from the Coal Mine Mesa area of the Navajo Nation.

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At the turn of the 20th century, there was growing interest in the rest of the world for all things Native American. Tourists from the rest of America, and beyond, would come to the Southwest in search of authentic souvenirs. The exotic designs caught on and remain popular to this day. Over the course of the 20th century, various types of designs sprang up, providing added variety to Navajo rugs, which became widely admired. Rugs made in the Navajo style are named for what region they originate from, or what influenced them. The following are the Navajo rug designs you will come across: 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.

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Pendleton Woolen Mills is Pendleton's only remaining pioneer mill for blankets. They also sell to other non-Indians, but almost half of their annual output goes to Indians. Navajo rugs start at $100 for a smaller one and can go up to several thousands for a larger, more old-fashioned one. As you can see, the young lady seated behind Jane Hyden is wearing a Navajo a Biil (pronounced “beel”) and also known as a Rug Dress.

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These intricate designs are a testament both to the weaver’s skill and artistic talent.

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Ukraine RugsRugs woven in the Ukraine will be good reproductions of Navajo rug designs. The sides selvages have bundled warps and the ends will be nicely hand serged. These rugs are really flatwoven rugs with southwestern or Navajo style designs. Unfortunately they are often sold as the genuine article in Indian arts stores.

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Single Saddle Blankets were roughly 30″ square, and Double Saddle Blankets were of similar width, but about twice and long and were doubled over when in use to provide extra padding. Early saddle blankets often were woven in simple striped patterns, and double saddle blankets now are sometimes difficult to distinguish from Transitional wearing blankets. By the end of the period, saddle blankets frequently had patterns only at the corners or edges since only those parts of the blanket were visible when in use. Double saddle blankets sometimes had a different pattern on each half. Fancy Saddle Blankets, often featuring bright colors, elaborate patterns and fringes, were probably more for show than function.

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