Tsug Den Mini Ralug carpet This type of carpet is

This type of carpet is called "Tsug Den" and traditionally used as a mattress during the icy cold winter months as well as throughout the entire year

The pillow case closes with an envelope closure at the back

manjistha (Assamese) - madder

The moth leaves a hole in the cocoon as it has to be empty before it can be processed

weaving: 1 week by 1 weaver

Tsug Den Mini Ralug carpet This type of carpet isralug (Ladakhi) goats and sheep This small carpet is made from hand spun sheep wool yarn. It is woven in the traditional Changthang style, on a portable backstrap loom characteristic for the nomadic communities. The small squares are dyed with lac. It is a unique piece. This type of carpet is called "Tsug Den" and traditionally used as a mattress to sleep and to sit on. This is a smaller variety, like a mat. It is great to use as a bedside rug, for