Waulking the cloth, waulking the song. Modern carding and spinning techniques allow for much lighter, finer yarns, which makes for a soft and wearable fabric. The finishing processes have also been refined over the years, meaning the "handle" of Harris Tweed® today is almost unrecognisable from what it was a century ago.100 years ago the raw, unfinished, fabric was stiff, loose, and rough. Through a rhythmic, communal process called walking, women would soften and shrink it by hand.They sang pow

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Wool production for carpets in Fes, Morocco, is a centuries-old craft that reflects the city’s rich cultural and artisanal heritage. The wool primarily comes from local sheep breeds raised in the Middle Atlas Mountains, known for their thick, durable fleece. After shearing, the wool undergoes a meticulous process of cleaning, carding, and spinning before being hand-dyed with natural pigments like saffron, indigo, and pomegranate for vibrant, long-lasting colors. - Fes carpets are known for their