Natural color variations in handmade carpets due to differences in wool, dyes, or weaving techniques. Often considered a desirable characteristic in authentic handmade rugs.
A traditional method of dyeing carpet yarn where loose skeins (loops) of yarn are immersed in dye baths before being spun and woven. This technique, common in handmade carpets, allows for subtle color variations known as abrash that give traditional rugs their characteristic depth and visual interest. The process is still used by artisans who create custom-dyed yarns for specialty carpets.