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Weaver of Worlds: From Navajo Apprenticeship to Sacred Geometry and Dreams–A Woman’s Journey in Tapestry
David Jongeward brings to life the artistic journey of master weaver Carolyn Jongeward, beginning with her apprenticeship to Navajo weavers in Arizona and extending to her studies in sacred geometry and number symbolism, Native American philosophy, Jungian psychology, and creation mythology. From her Navajo teachers, Carolyn learned the meaning of “sitting-still-within-the-harmony-place” while pursuing her craft and artistic vision. The dreams that came to her–many recorded here from her journals--inspired her designs and weavings in … Read entire article »
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Navajo Rugs: The Essential Guide
An introduction to collecting and caring for Navajo rugs and woven art Sale Price:$7.00 Read More … Read entire article »
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Navajo Weaving Way
Noel Bennett met traditional Navajo weaver Tiana Bighorse in 1968. In time Tiana took her into her family as a daughter. Together they sheared sheep, collected plants, dyed wool, carded, spun, and wove. This book records their many experiences together, a collaboration that spans nearly thirty years. In 1971, Tiana and Noel wrote Working with the Wool: How to Weave a Navajo Rug. Noel later wrote Designing with the Wool and The Weaver′s Pathway. Now, … Read entire article »
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