Jajim weaving Iranian art
Jajim weaving is one of the arts of the people of Ardabil province in Iran and Jajim is one of the most prominent products produced by the villagers of Ardabil province. Jajim weaving has a long history in most villages and nomadic areas of Ardabil, and due to the presence of raw materials among ranchers and nomads, almost all families are familiar with this technique.
In Ardabil province, Khalkhal region, in terms of texture and production, is one of the important centers of Jajim weaving in Ardabil and Jajim produced in the villages of Khalkhal city is different from other Jajims. The yarn used in it is wool.
In most of the rural areas of the province, Jajim weaving is common, with the difference that in different places, the color combination or the elegance of the threads and patterns create different designs. Common motifs are: apple blossom, late gypsum (goat’s nails), Sirga (earrings), spool, yes, bean, jolma, almond, ouzo cow (ring jewel), Homian and…. However, it should be noted that the highest volume of production is related to the tribes of Ardabil, Khalkhal, Meshkinshahr, Parsabad Moghan, Namin, Kowsar and Bilesvar.
Consumables such as underlayment, rugs, paddles, tablecloths, bedspreads, seat covers, backrests, backpacks, bags and sofas and sofa covers are used in additional work with leather. Jajim maps are designed in two simple and flowery ways. The simplest type is woven in a striped way by changing the color of the threads, and the floral type, which is most commonly used, is used as a seat, back, bag, bag, and bag. Jajim measures about 90 to 120 square centimeters, which takes about a month to weave. After finishing the weaving and sewing the sides of Jajim width, it can be used according to the type of consumption.
