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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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Below you’ll see master weaver Jennie Slick with a small finished rug. It’s easy to see that it has no fringe, and the side selvage cord shows up well against the dark wool in the background. This rug has all the hallmarks of a genuine Navajo rug. It is all wool, including the warp, has no fringe and has a side selvage cord. Finally, at right, is a nice Zapotec rug. You can see the fringe at the bottom. This is the type of rug that is most often confused with a Navajo weaving, and you can see why if you don’t know about the fringe. The yarns for these rugs are often hand spun and hand-dyed and there is a great deal of skill involved in weaving them; they’re just not Navajo. The color choices are not typically Navajo, and there is markedly less pattern than you would usually see in a typical Navajo piece that is the same size.
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It goes without saying, the ones with an intricate design are more difficult to weave. The story is the same for the tightness of the weaving.

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These intricate designs are a testament both to the weaver’s skill and artistic talent.
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Chinle Revival rugs typically feature bands of repeating geometric motifs alternated with plain or striped bands of contrasting colors. Common colors for Chinle rugs include yellow, gold, brown, tan, terra cotta, soft pink and other earth tones, as well as natural wool colors ranging from white to black. About the time of World War II, Crystal-area weavers developed their own banded revival rugs bearing no resemblance to Moore’s early designs. Generally known as Modern Crystal rugs, these borderless patterns often combine vegetal and aniline colors in shades of brown, yellow, and terra cotta with natural greys and whites.


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So how much do Navajo Rugs Cost? This Navajo Rug price and pricing guide will help you establish a budget and understand Navajo Rugs. When purchasing quality Navajo Rugs, there are many things you should consider. Because Navajo Rugs are woven by hand on a Navajo Loom, there are standard sizes. The most common sizes are 6x9, 5x6, and 8ft. There are many sizes, including smaller and larger versions. Rugs are typically woven in rectangular shapes. The size of the rug you require will affect its price. Large Navajo Rugs can take up to 3 years to create and may be more difficult to find. Smaller Navajo Rugs start from $100, and go up from there.
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There are 28 styles of Navajo Rugs. Some styles are easier to weave than others. The value of a piece is affected by its complexity and tightness. The piece is generally more valuable if it has a tighter weave.The value of a Navajo rug will be affected by its condition. You should weigh the condition of the rug (is it straight, damaged or color run? Consider the attraction of the weaving against its condition. Sometimes issues can be fixed - but this is another blog about Care & Repair.
