KILIM NEEDLEPOINT TO STITCH
PATTERN: SOUMAK

Soumak 04 Lumbar Needlepoint Cushion

History and Use of Kilims

Kilim needlepoint to stitch available in our cross-point technique this month is based on  kilim designs in our Collection. Kilim tapestries and rugs are among the most ancient textiles produced. Spanning from the Mediterranean, mainly Anatolia (modern day Turkey), across the Caucasus and Persia to Afghanistan,  to the edges of China and India. Originally produced by nomadic tribes for  use as wall hangings, wrappings for use in place of baskets and saddle cargo bags to load onto camels to facilitate moving from place to place.

In the past, kilims were often dismissed as being inferior to knotted pile rugs but now are highly sought after for interior decoration. Their patterns and colors blend into a variety of styles easily, from modern to traditional homes. While historical, religous and cultural symbols and their meaning are disappearing, the patterns present an incredible source for needlepoint stitching. See Special Design of the Month offer at the bottom.

The Kilim cross-point™ Kit Collection

Kilim needlepoints in our cross-point™ technique are a lot of fun to stitch. We have 14 designs available in many color and size options. I have researched the symbols and their meanings and have interpreted them for easy, fast and fun stitching. As one of our customers said, “stitching is fast and addictive”, and another said, “I just love to see the design develop before my eyes as I stitch following your precise instructions”, and yet another said, “it’s hard to stop, I just want to see the next symbol stitched, this is addictive”.

Several customers have used our kilim patterns for chair seats, bench covers, custom rugs and wall hangings. We offer custom colors and custom sizing. Please check out Customer Reviews and Custom Services on the website.

Kilim needlepoint stitching is our
Special Offer during March 

You can find all color and size options for the above patterns on the Pattern Page sidebar on the cross-point™ website. During March, I am offering a very special discount on any of the below patterns from our collection, in any size or color, at 10% Off Retail.

Are you curious about kilims and their history? are you looking for inspiration? I previously wrote about a wonderful book – Living with Kilims by Alastair Hull. The book is filled with ideas and beautiful images to inspire. If you are curious about history, symbols and technique, I would like to suggest reading up on https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kilim

Happy stitching in March,