The Unsung Hero of Rug Care: Why Underlay Matters
Discover the benefits of rug underlay with The Nomads Tent. Prevent slipping, protect your floors, and extend the life of your handwoven rug.
Textiles, Tea and Travels: Pat Archibald’s Assam Odyssey
Join textile artist Pat Archibald on a unique journey through Bengal and Assam with travel company Darjeeling Tours. Discover Kantha embroidery, Muga silk weaving, tea culture and river life.
The Art of Suzani Textiles: Tradition Meets Modern Interiors
Discover the history and vibrant designs of Suzani textiles. Explore floral and fish motifs, rich colours, and Suzani cushions at The Nomads Tent, Edinburgh.
Gabbeh Rugs: From the Nomadic Looms of Persia to Modern Homes
Discover the vibrant world of Gabbeh rugs in our latest blog. From their nomadic Persian origins to bold modern designs, explore why these timeless weavings are the perfect blend of tradition and contemporary style.
Celebrating The Nomads Tent - by Dorothy Armstrong
Kind words from our friend (and author of 'Threads of Empire: A History of the World in Twelve Carpets'), Dorothy Armstrong.
Batik From Across the Water - by Fiona Kerlogue
Fiona Kerlogue, editor of the journal of the Oriental Rug and Textile Society and previous Deputy Keeper of Anthropology at the Horniman Museum in London, is exhibiting in our upcoming Batiks of Asia exhibition.
40 Years in Search of Batik - by Diane Gaffney
Diane Gaffney will be exhibiting her extensive collection of Asian textiles in our upcoming Batiks of Asia exhibition.
From Furniture Making to Carpets - by Andrew Haughton
As we prepare to set off on a new chapter, Andrew reflects on his own journey.
How to Care for Your Handwoven Rugs: A Complete Guide
Why choose a handwoven rug over a machine-made rug?
What makes a tribal rug distinct from other hand woven rugs?
Its complicated! Most countries in the middle and near east have a history of identifiable tribes. Members may now live in towns and cities, or of course elsewhere in the world. But claiming those roots is a matter of pride for many. Weavers, rug dealers and western traders delight in noting such origins. Tribes may move so for example there are Turkic origin Afshar tribes in SW and NW Persia and also in Turkey and Afghanistan. Some tribes still have nomadic populations, following ancient traditions, moving between summer and winter grazing grounds for their animals, or choosing wherever their crops can...
