Artisans of Morocco: The Carpet Weavers

When you walk in the streets in Morocco, you will be greeted by rows and rows of colorful Berber carpets hung on the old walls. Each of these beautiful masterpieces are all different, each with their own design and color.

High in the Atlas Mountains there are many small Berber tribes. Each of these tribes have their own artists who make carpets. These mats are made up of complex knots are tied by the skilled hands of artists. Each artist has their own story, they want to say through your carpets and shown in the colorful design. The symbols of the tribes are woven into carpets and any other form or color that the artist wants.

The mats are made of three basic textures because of the materials used in their manufacture. The textures are three thick wool, fine wool and a mixture of both. Each of these rugs has its own mood and atmosphere that makes unlimited options. The colors of these rugs are made of natural dyes such as saffron, crushed stone and kohl. A consequence of the free chemical dyes, these rugs are not only beautiful to look at but also very friendly to the environment.

The designs of carpets have different patterns depending on where they were made. Some rugs are brightly colored red, pink and yellow, and a busy design. Others are softer colors like brown, dark green, blue and brown. Due to the wide variety of colors of these rugs make home decorating a breeze. They are always a touch of charm to your time-if hanging colorful and vibrant wall carpet, or make a comfortable and warm thick wool carpet on the floor.
 





Carpets come in all shapes and sizes. The larger size can cover a floor of a large room and the smaller sizes can make a rug or carpet room. Each of these mats can be varied within the charging due to the size, color and age. If your carpet is high, it means that the time to do it is over a month so the cost will increase accordingly. As you know, saffron is worth its weight in gold even if the rug is small and is dyed with saffron, it will be more expensive. Finally, if the carpet is over 100 years old is considered an antique and its value will increase.

Carpets Morocco are both colorful and unique and offer a charming setting for your home. If you are looking for a trip to Morocco is sure to stop in the carpet stores and see for yourself the beauty of this art.