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Sunday, October 7, 2012

Antique Kazak Rug in 1/12th scale - Week 9

I can't believe another week has passed by...

I had time to stitch only today and am sure that if I stitch that amount of time that I devoted today, I would have finished the borders months ago. For now it is what it is.


As you can see I started "color" the horns in the main border.


I would like to stress the importance of symbolism in Kazak carpets. In carpet design, symbols can be broken down into those hoped to bestow good fortunes onto a household and those intended to protect it from bad ones. The ram's horn motif (that I use in this design) is by far the most popular Kazak motif (khoshkhar muiz) in all its variations - single, double, cross-shaped or broken and considered life bringing symbol of prosperity. The ram’s horn symbolizes manhood, male fertility, strength and bravery.

Next week I will tell you more about the Kazak rugs.

Have a creative Sunday!

Natalia

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13 comments:

  1. ElgaOctober 7, 2012 at 6:12 AM

    It is starting to look really great, Natalia.

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  2. *Mieke*Petitevictorianrose*and*PastTimeChildhoodOctober 7, 2012 at 6:45 AM

    Hi Natalia, your Kazak rug looks beautiful, but a lot of work !!
    Thank you for the explanation of the symbolism in Kazak carpets, it is very interesting :)
    have a great Sunday.

    Hugs Mieke xxx

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  3. Dorien LitjesOctober 7, 2012 at 8:19 AM

    Dear Natalia,

    How beautiful this rug is looking at the moment !!! I'm looking forward to see more of the Kazak rugs.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Hugs Dorien.

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  4. KKOctober 7, 2012 at 8:20 AM

    What beautiful work Natalia! It all looks wonderful. The colours you have used are just perfect!
    I am keen to see your progress! x

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  5. BiWuBärOctober 7, 2012 at 10:31 AM

    Ah... the return of Turbo-needle... ;O) All this on one day - what a progress! And the background information was very interesting.

    Greetings
    Birgit

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  6. rosannaOctober 7, 2012 at 12:04 PM

    So wonderful and I look forward to next informations, I love knowing more about anything.
    Happy stitching, Rosanna

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  7. AscensionOctober 7, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    Te esta quedando preciosa.
    Me ha encantado la explicacion que nos has dado.
    besitos ascension

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  8. The Old MaidOctober 7, 2012 at 12:39 PM

    I always admire stiching in miniature! An this rug is already beautiful, Natalia! Can't wait to see more.:)
    Hugs

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  9. ConcepciónOctober 7, 2012 at 8:27 PM

    Una verdadera belleza de trabajo!!!! vale la pena el tiempo que te tome, el resultado será espectacular.
    Besos

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  10. mcddissOctober 8, 2012 at 2:04 AM

    gracias por la informacion del simbolismo de la alfombra lo encuentro interesante , y te esta quedando un trabajo muy bonito

    besitos

    Mari

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  11. miniacollectionOctober 8, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    It is going to be an amazing carpet.
    Geneviève

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  12. Drora's minimundoOctober 9, 2012 at 4:45 AM

    Thank you for explaining about the simbols of the Kazak rugs. Your work is exquisite.
    Hugs, Drora

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  13. Lucy ColesOctober 9, 2012 at 11:18 AM

    Hi Natalia,
    Your carpet is lovely so far. I love to see work in progress.
    Lucy

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