Some of the finest weavings
on the Reservation come from the Two Grey Hills area. From the
time the Spanish first brought sheep to the New World, the weavers
in this area have bred their sheep for the richest natural brown
wool. A Two Grey Hills weaving can by identified by a central
diamond motif, woven with wool spun with natural black or dark
brown, white, and blends carded together to make beautiful greys
and tans. Two Grey Hills weavers use very little or no dye and
are also known for their very fine spinning. In these fine weavings
known as "Tapestry Quality," weft counts exceed 80
threads per inch and sometimes approach up to 120 threads per
inch or more.
Although this weaving would
not be considered a tapestry by any means, it does incorporate
the traditional colors and tones of a "natural" Two
Grey Hills weaving, but departs there - blending eyedazzler elements
with those of the Wide Ruins style - both characteristic of our
region.
