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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Taupou, post: 14379, member: 45&quot;]Yes, these are Mexican Saltillos, named for the region of Mexico where this design pattern originated.&nbsp; They are characterized by a series of brightly colored stripes or bands, usually with a central diamond shape.</p><p><br /></p><p>The way the fringe is finished off on both ends, with a net-like knotting, is also a characteristic of a Saltillo.&nbsp; Plus, unlike Hispanic New Mexican Chimayo weavings, the warp on Saltillos is made from cotton yarn.&nbsp; Chimayo rugs have a wool warp.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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