2002 Navajo Weaving & Dyeing of Yarn Workshops Oak Springs, AZ

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(L-R) A. 2002 Navajo Weaving Workshop: Isabel R. Myers-Deschinny explaining the different parts of the traditional Dine loom.  B. Student using batten to weave.  Notice the black edging cord which is a characteristic of a traditional Dine weaving.

2002 Navajo Weaving Workshop: Traditional Dine Two-Face Rug Demonstration by Isabell Deschinny.  Notice the mirror showing a different design on the back of the weaving.

Susie Kahn-Begay weaving a traditional Dine Sashbelt.

2002 Navajo Vegetal Dyeing of Yarn Workshop: Students straining plant dye from plant material.

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