Tweed Weaving of Kashmir

The handwoven Tweed textiles of Kashmir are known for their fine quality weaving in geometric patterns and the use of tone-on-tone colours.

The process of tweed weaving in Kashmir usually begins with the carding of the wool, which involves separating and untangling the fibers. This is followed by spinning, where the fibers are twisted together to create thread. The thread is then dyed using natural dyes made from local plants, such as indigo or madder.

Next, the weaver uses a loom to weave the threads into tweed fabric. This is done by interlacing the warp (vertical) threads and the weft (horizontal) threads. The weaver can control the texture and pattern of the fabric by changing the way the threads are interlaced.

The fabric produced is used in a range of clothing and accessories, including jackets, coats, shawls, and more.