"TahNibaa Shawl - Chuska"

Contemporary Navajo Utilitarian Shawl woven on a traditional, vertical loom with 2 sheds. Designs are created using the vertical interlock and diagonal stair step methods. Materials are mill spun wool with aniline dyes. Fringes are made by using the "S" twist. Narrow stripes are indicative of a woman shoulder blanket pattern.