Bofandeh 

An online resource celebrating the art of weaving Persian* rugs.

Bofandeh (pronounced   ball – fan – den) means “weaver” in Farsi which is the language of Iran. On this page, you will find everything you need to know how a Persian rug (made in Iran) is woven. My goal is to reach as many people as I can to help them discover the workmanship, beauty, imagination, and creativity of this ancient artform as its been created by Iranian weavers. I aspire to pay respect to all weavers, past, present, and in the future.

What is a rug?

“Weave” in a Persian* (Iranian) rug

A rug’s design

Tools used in weaving Persian* rugs

Knots used in Persian* (Iranian) rugs

Loom used in weaving a Persian* rug

Warps – Step 1 in weaving a Persian* rug

The role of Shed & Heddle in weaving

Securing the base

Adding Wefts

Symmetric knot

Asymmetric knot

Weaving a Persian* (Iranian) rug

Finishing a rug

Weave a Kilim rug

This video puts it all together (28 min.)

Presentation to a live audience

Picture Gallery

400+ pictures of rugs woven by Persian* (Iranian) weavers

Video Series

A-Z details on how to weave a kilim

PDF Download

Learn how rugs are woven using illustrations

Works of Art Inspired by Tradition, Excellence & Creativity

Iranian (Persian*) weavers have been creating exquisite rugs for centuries

*Historically, Persia was the common name used by western countries for Iran (pronounced e-ron) until 1935 when the country was officially named Iran. The words Iranian and/or Persian represent the same proud nation and people. **Weave refers to the unique pattern of knot formations on the back of rugs. ***bofandeh means “weaver” in Farsi (Persian) which is the language of Iran.

 

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