For the last 33 years, since 1977, I have been restoring Navajo rugs out of my Santa Fe studio. I provide extensive knowledge of the rugs including the history, technical aspects of the rugs and point out many interesting facets that I find in each rug when I meet with clients. I will advise on washing, storage and application use when we meet. I know of the general ball park value of the rugs, so the client knows whether the restoration is warranted and will increase the value of the textile or if the restoration is done for personal sentimental value. The restoration I provide is normally not seen because of the very tedious process I use of making my own carded yarn for each area of the rug that needs to be repaired. I can also provide detailed written reports, accompanied with a photograph, on each rug, whether it is restored by me or not. Local references are numerous, including the Santa Fe Indian Market and Spanish Market where I have had the honor of being a weaving judge at both events, as well as a judge for the Fiber Arts Festival at the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture. I also teach a one-day Navajo Rug Appreciation class at the Santa Fe Community College, through the Continuing Ed. Department, once a semester.

In our showroom we carry an extensive selection of handmade oriental carpets, as well as unique architectual pieces for the home. Designing & Manufacturing a line of Fine Quality Chainstitch rugs-These designs are available exclusively through Northstar Trading Company. These Rugs are being featured in LDB Interior Textile's October 2004 issue.

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