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- Title
The Stabilization of Edges and Ends: Gradations of Intervention.
- Authors
Ennes, Anne H.
- Abstract
The article discusses the techniques employed in the stabilization of edges and ends of rugs. Selvedges and ends are frequently the first areas of a rug to suffer from wear and abrasion. To slow this process, a number of repair techniques have been developed. These treatments are derived both from traditional rug finishes and commercial and museum repair practices. Two techniques which have been frequently used are the ladder stitch and couching. The ladder stitch, basically invisible from the front, secures the last rows of weft by tunneling through the backs of knots, whipping over the edge, and tunneling back up through the knots, usually over two warps. Couching stitches usually incorporate various support fabrics or tapes. While this technique generally does not improve the visual appearance of the rug, couching successfully secures loose yarns and offers some stability in handling. Two other stitches encountered during this survey are the chain stitch and an interlock stitch. The chain stitch is a common, decorative end-finish sometimes used in carpet production. The interlock stitch is similar to couching stitches, except that the laid thread is placed on the back of the object and is not fastened down in a straight line.
- Subjects
RUGS; TEXTILES; SEWING; COUCHING (Embroidery); WEAVING; CARPETS
- Publication
Textile Museum Journal, 1990, Vol 29/30, p34
- ISSN
0083-7407
- Publication type
Article