Saddle Blanket Navajo Rug by Nikyle W. Begay Passport Books Written and illustrated by Gerald

Written and illustrated by Gerald Dawavendewa

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Saddle Blanket Navajo Rug by Nikyle W. Begay Passport Books Written and illustrated by GeraldWoven by Din (Navajo) weaver Nikyle W. Begay of Cornfields, Arizona, this Navajo saddle blanket rug demonstrates remarkable technical skill and mastery of complex pattern weaving. This rug is made from Navajo Churro wool that has been hand spun and hand carded, using natural wool colors and cochineal dye to achieve the deep red tones. The weaving features a network of interconnected diamonds and precise diagonal lines, a technical achievement that