How to Make Persian Rug

Persian rugs have been hand-manufactured in Iran (once Persia) for more than 3,000 years. They come in many different weaves, colors, designs and fabrics. Today they are highly valued in the Western world as interior decorating pieces. Although it is a long and challenging process, hand-weaving a Persian rug can be a rewarding experience if you have the expertise.

Despite recent technological advancement and development that has occurred over the years, handmade carpets today are still made in the same way as they were hundreds of years ago. The art of weaving a carpet has been passed on for many generations and demands several different steps, which are all part of a genuine handicraft which we will explain more in the following pages.