Wool

The most common wool used by the Navajo weavers today comes from the Merino sheep, which many Navajo people herd on the reservation today. However, the original sheep introduced by the Spanish colonists and used by the weavers was the Churro sheep. Government action in the indian wars and anti-erosion policy decimated flocks, and by the 1970s fewer than 450 existed. Utah State University instigated efforts to revive the Churro sheep and they now number more than 3,000 in the United States. The Burnham weavers, in particular, use Churro wool in their weaving. Although not as soft as Merino, the fiber is stronger and can generally be woven finer without breaking.
 
Two Grey Hills Weaving, C2649

Soft grays and browns with a simple design make this Two Grey Hills weaving a fine piece for many settings. Measuring close to 3 by 4 and a half feet, and offered at $ 1675.00.

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Two Grey Hills Weaving, C2495

Two Grey Hills Weaving- Beautiful design with a dark grey background make the central pattern really stand out. Measuring close to 4 by 5 and half feet, this is a great wall hanging or floor rug. Hand spun wool and in excellent condition.

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Two Grey Hills Weaving, C2494

Rich browns are the overtones of this beautifully woven and designed Two Grey Hills weaving. Measuring 40 1/2 inches by 58 inches long. A stunning wall hanging, with the black border and shades of brown highlighted with white.

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Two Grey Hills Weaving, C2433

The design of this weaving is a classic Two Grey Hills style but the colors are a little unconventional. The gold may be a vegetal dye over a natural tan. Measuring close to 2 by 3 feet.

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Two Grey Hills Weaving, C2345

Emily Watchman weaves the Toadlena/Two Grey Hills area style. She has been weaving these finely handspun rugs since the 1970's. Her wool is very finely spun allowing for her designs to be highly detailed and crisp. Excellent weaving, design and a fabulous piece for any collection. Measuring close to 4 by 6 feet.

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Two Grey Hills Weaving, C2258

Runner Two Grey Hills Weaving- Runners are rare and this is a gorgeous neutral finely woven rug. In excellent condition, like new, this is a great weaving. Measuring close to 3 by 7 feet.

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Teec Nos Pos Weaving, C2601

Early Regional styles tended to be simpler in design then we think of them today. This early Teec Nos Pos is a perfect example of that. The rug is woven of all natural colors, in brown, gray, tan and cream, except for a simple green line that runs between the border and the center design. Measuring close to 5 by 7 feet and in very good condition, this is an excellent collectors weaving.

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Hopi Dance Socks, C2021

Hopi Knit Dance Socks. The body of the sock is black and it has a belt design at the top in red, green and white.

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Geometric Weaving, C2260

Striking banded Geometric weaving in natural shades of brown, gray and cream, with a red edging. Dating from the 1930's, this rug is as modern in design today, as it was the year it was woven. Measuring close to 3 feet by 5, it is a great size for the floor or wall hanging.

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Eye Dazzler Weaving, C2132

Eye Dazzler Weaving in beautiful earthy shades of brown, peaches, and golds. Measuring 44 1/2 inches by 52 inches.

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