a way that a noose is formed, which tightens as the yarn
is pulled. Occasionally it is turned in the opposite direction, and
executed from left to right. In this case two threads of yarn are
employed, this of course making the pile twice as thick as in the other.

The Turkish or Ghiordes knot has the yarn twisted about the warp threads
in such a manner that the two raised ends of the pile alternate with
every two threads of the warp.

[Illustration: SINNA RUG

SIZE, 4.6 x 6.6

_This is a beautiful example of the very fine texture and the even
clipping that characterize the Sinna rugs. Thickly studding the dark
blue field are minute designs in blue and rose hues, with which pale
green, yellow, and a sapphire blue blend most harmoniously. All these
small designs rest in the usual diaper design, which may be traced
throughout the rug. The border is charming, with its groundwork of fine
yellow, on which are delicate tracings of light green, ivory, and blue.
The effect of light and shade upon this exquisite piece of weaving
brings out plainly the marvellous sheen which is a feature of this rug.
The innumerable small figures which appear throughout the rug, with
their blending of soft hues, present a kaleidoscopic effect._

OWNED BY MRS. EMMONS BLAINE, CHICAGO.]

Experts have spent much time and invested much capital in the endeavor
to make the rug industry as perfect as possible. Judging from the
examples of India rugs I have seen,--some with a seven-by-six knot,
others with a sixteen-by-sixteen knot,--I am convinced that the beauty,
durability, and artistic effects produced by the efforts of the
manufacturers will be appreciated more and more. From the fact that the
best-known firms in the rug business in New York, Chicago, and other
cities in the United States, and several leading firms in England, are
sponsors for the present rug industry in India, it may naturally be
inferred that it is prosecuted with skill and care.

[Illustration: PERSIAN OR SINNA KNOTTING]

[Illustration: TURKISH OR GHIORDES KNOTTING]

[Illustration: SOUMAK WEAVE]

The different stitches made are as follows: seven by eight, or fifty-six
hand-tied knots to the square inch; eight by eight, or sixty-four knots
to the square inch; ten by ten, or one hundred knots to the square inch;
twelve by twelve, or one hundred and forty-four knots to the square
inch; and sixteen by sixteen, or two hundred and fifty-six knots to the
square inch. These fin