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Asian Handwoven Unusual


Asian Handwoven Unusual

 

Rug Rugs

rug rugs

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Choosing the Right Rug

So you’ve decided that you want to buy a rug but you don’t know what sort of rug will work best for you and the environment in which it will be placed, or maybe you know the sort of rug that you would like but you’re having difficulty choosing a design. The following is meant to be a practical guide to help you discover issues that you may or may not have taken into account when choosing a rug.

Space and Environment

Space and environment are key issues to consider when it comes to choosing a rug, have you thought enough about the space that it will be in and the effect that the design you have chosen will have on that space? 

The likelihood is that it has been thought about but not fully considered. Rugs can either open a space up or make a space seem a lot cosier. Depending on the atmosphere, look and feel that you wish to create, there are several key elements to take into account. If you want to create the feeling of spaciousness then light colours and simple patterns are the way forward.

Light colours and simple designs can create an amazing feeling of expansion and really open up a space, however if you are looking to make a space cosier then rugs that have darker colours and more ornate or dense patterns tend to work better. Featured to the right are two great rugs featuring ornate dense patterns for making that space seem more cosy. Most traditional rugs will lend themselves well to this job with their ornate dense patterns however there are also many modern rugs that will effectively make a space more cosy. Don’t limit yourself to just traditional if it’s a modern rug that you would prefer.

Size

Believe it or not size is one of the most fundamental decisions to make when it comes to choosing your rug. The wrong size can make a room look cluttered or far too small. Rugs tend to come in standard sizes:

Small rugs measuring approximately, three feet by five feet (90cm x 150cm) up to approximately four feet by six feet (120cm x 180cm)

Medium rugs measuring up to approximately eight feet by five feet (240cm x 150cm)

Large rugs measuring up to approximately eleven feet (330cm) with anything larger classified as extra large.

Many rugs can be custom made to the size that you require, this is often more expensive and can take a long time but the results can be amazing and in the end provide you with a rug that is the perfect size for the area required. If you see a rug that you like and you require it to made in a custom size then please view the size chart for that collection to see whether or not custom sizes are available, contact us by email or telephone us for a quote and more information.

In general small rugs tend to highlight smaller pieces of furniture say for example a bed or a coffee table whilst larger rugs tend to be for dining rooms, lounge areas and other bigger spaces.

If you prefer to go with one of the standard sizes of rugs but they’re not the actual size that you require it is often better to choose a standard size that is slightly larger than the required size than to choose a size too short. Remember larger rugs can often be tucked under furniture. 

The best way to determine the size of rug that you need before placing an order is to lay out some sheets of newspaper in the area that you would like to place your rug and to stick it down with masking tape. When you are satisfied with the area that the newspaper fills you can record the measurements of the size that looks the best. Also bare in mind the area where you will be placing the rug, e.g. If you are placing a rug by a door opening you want the rug to be able to go under the door without it causing an obstruction. There really is nothing worse than buying an expensive rug only to find that it obstructs entrances and exits to a room. Another thing to be aware of is to make sure that the corner of a rug doesn’t stick out into the middle of a door opening because they can often cause tripping hazards.

Where is Your Room’s Main Focal Point? Furniture, Fireplace or Rug?

Discovering the focal point of your room to be can be very important when it comes to choosing a rug. Rugs can draw attention to certain areas of a room, compliment existing focal areas in a room or even become a focal point themselves. They are extremely powerful design aids and can be used effectively to attract or detract attention to or from certain areas within a room.

Furniture as a Focal Point

If for instance the furniture and surrounding décor in the room is to be a focal point, then it’s best to choose a rug that is more subtle and subdued with little or no pattern or a rug that compliments the colour of existing furniture. Soft colours and tones will work best for this with many plain rugs being good choices. In some cases two or more smaller rugs can work better than one large rug. 

Fireplace as a Focal Point

If the focal point of a room is a fireplace it is usually best to choose a rug that has a subdued all-over pattern or a plain rug that compliments the surroundings so that it does not become a distraction.

Rug as a Focal Point

If the rug that you choose is to be the focal point of the room, then it is best to choose a rug that is quite busy, bright or bold in design/colour, thus attracting attention to it and drawing attention away from the furniture and surrounding décor. Rugs that are to become focal points work best in rooms when the surrounding décor is neutral or soft in colour, thus creating a picture frame so to speak for the rug that becomes the artwork within that frame.

In general if two or more items happen to compete for a focal point it can unbalance a room and upset the atmosphere within it. This can be avoided with good planning and placement. As a rule of thumb it is often best to just have one focal point in a room, a rug can be busy or the surroundings can be busy. If everything in the room is busy it tends to create a very restless atmosphere.

Style, Texture and Colour

A rug can really transform a room and can be used instead of redecorating or to replace an old carpet that looks worn. A rug can bring a fresh look to a room or give it a lift. Whatever your rug is for, the thing to remember is that it should always compliment the style and colour scheme of your room. For instance it wouldn’t be advised to place a beautiful traditional style Persian rug with an ornate design, in a room that has been designed to have a modern and contemporary nautical feel to it, whilst at the same time it wouldn’t be advised to place a Navajo rug in a room that is trying to create a Victorian look. Instead it would be advised to choose a rug that reminds you of a seascape for the nautical themed room and a rug with a European floral design that compliments it for the latter. 

In general, in terms of style and colour scheme the rug that you choose should compliment the surrounding décor or theme of the room otherwise it will look out of place and stick out like a sore thumb.

In terms of colour, it is advised in general to match up a particular favourite colour in the room for example match the colour of your walls or your curtains. There is no need to try and match your rug to every colour in your room or vice versa. A good rule of thumb is that if it’s a room full of colours, choose a neutral colour for your rug and if it is a very neutral room then choose a bright coloured rug. Try using solid modern colours to carry painted colour schemes all the way throughout the room. If you place a rug in a strategic area of a room that matches a certain wall or ceiling colour it can really set off a room and make your design come together.

Textured rugs can add a certain depth to an otherwise flat room. Many shaggy and textured rugs can create depth where smooth walls meet smooth laminate floors. They can break up the monotony of smoothness in a room, adding depth and interest, giving your room body as well as form.

Wool or Synthetic?

Regardless of what anybody says, all wool rugs shed. This is because they are from a natural fibre source. Most wool rugs that are new will shed for a while because of the loose fibres however some wool rugs have been known to shed for months and even longer. We have a wool rug in our sitting room that has been shedding for well over a year now. For some time we have been concerned that it is just going to disappear into nothing however it doesn’t shed half as much now as when we first bought it and it still seems to look just as great. If a rug that doesn’t shed is a huge factor in the rug choosing decision then we would recommend that you do not choose wool.

So you may ask why people buy wool rugs if they shed. Well the answer to that is that wool is far more resilient, more durable than synthetic man made fibres and responds better to coloured dyes, i.e. it absorbs and maintains dyes better. Therefore you can often get a wool rug that is years old and still looks as good as new whereas its synthetic counterpart can look old and slightly faded. Wool is also naturally resistant to water, fire and stains as well as being resistant to dust mites. This is a great positive for anybody that has allergies because they don’t have their allergy aggravated by dust mites. Also because wool is mainly resistant to fire (not entirely resistant if overexposed) and sparking it makes it an ideal choice for a fireside rug.

Another major or not so major factor depending upon whether you’re shopping on a budget or not is price. Wool is far more expensive than acrylic / man made fibres due to its authenticity and durability.

There really isn’t too much difference in the look and feel of some synthetic rugs these days. In fact synthetic fibres are that well made now that we sometimes have to really look closely at acrylic to be able to tell that it isn’t wool.

Wool is and probably will remain the most popular choice for a rug due to its traditional heritage and natural existence in a mostly man made world. If you are going to be putting your rug in an area that receives a high amount of traffic we would have to recommend wool due to its durability and natural resistance to stains.

There is no exact science to choosing a rug and we are all different in the sense that we all have different tastes and ideas about what will and won’t work in a room. The above information is a broad view of what is known to work and what is not, as with anything there will always be instances where a rug contradicts the theories above, i.e. an exception to the rules so to speak but this will be rare. We hope that you have found the information interesting and that it helps you narrow down the overwhelming choice of rug that you choose. 

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Rugs UK

 

French Design Needlepoint


French Design Needlepoint

At Home Is Real Fun With Embroidery Designs

When I first learned to embroider, I used a needle and embroidery floss. I learned to do counted cross stitch and to follow the pattern printed on a piece of fabric.

If you walk into a needlepoint area of a craft store now, most of what you see is counted cross stitch. You won’t find many patterns calling for a satin stitch or French knot. If you want something more detailed than you can get with a counted cross stitch kit, you are severely limited to what you can find for patterns.

When embroidery machines came out, at first they were too expensive for a hobbyist to own. Businesses had them and would sell either pre-embroidered items or they would embroider items to order. With the cost of the machines going down, now you can buy an embroidery machine for home use. Though chances are, you’ll want to sell the results of your work. With these machines, you are only limited by your imagination. You can get results similar to what you would buy in the store, ‘Grandma shirts’ with your children’s or grandchildren’s names, an afghan with flowers or other design and your wedding date, or the date of your child’s birth. Or maybe you want your company’s logo on a cap or shirt pocket. Maybe you want a bag with an embroidered dog or cat, a pumpkin for Halloween, a Menorah for Hanukah or a Christmas tree for Christmas. You can embroider a tablecloth and napkins to surprise someone for a wedding or anniversary.

With an embroidery machine, you get to see the pattern take shape before your eyes. Seeing it go from a clipart picture to a file on a computer to an result that you can touch is thrilling. Watching your pattern form as quickly as a machine will embroider is truly rewarding. It won’t take days or even weeks to get the results that you have planned. You can get your project done in minutes to hours depending on how much there is to the pattern and how many items you are doing.

With an embroidery machine, you get to choose what you want to embroider. If you can’t find the digital file for it either online or in a store, you can have the file specially made for you or you can digitize your own embroidery pattern.

Even with the steep learning curve of digitizing, the challenge of digitizing your own embroidery pattern can be as addictive as watching your embroidery take shape. Knowing that you made a project from start to finish will leave you with a feeling of accomplishment. All you need is a plan for what you are wanting to do, and an embroidery machine to start you off in the right direction.

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Pillow Case Bag


Pillow Case Bag

When u went/go trick-or-treating, wut bag did you use for candy?

a pillow case?
Paper bag
Plastic?

Do you have cool creative ways for the candy?

i used to just use a pillowcase


Skip Hop Pronto Diaper Changer Kit


Skip Hop Pronto Diaper Changer Kit



The Pronto is our portable diapering essentials kit that ensures that baby is always clean, dry and happy, and that mom and dad are always prepared. Drop it in any bag, strap it to your wrist or clip it to your stroller and you’re good to go! With loads of features, our Pronto is a favorite of moms and dads everywhere. Its extra-wide mod changing pad wipes clean, and the head area is cushioned wi…


Duro-Med Mattress Cover Plastic Nylon Zippered Twin 39 x 75 x 8, White


Duro-Med Mattress Cover Plastic Nylon Zippered Twin 39 x 75 x 8, White


$6.50


Zippered Protective Mattress Cover Twin, Full, Queen and King Sizes. Protect and extend the life of the mattress. Noiseless and odorless – will not crack, peel, discolor or harden. Made of white, opaque material that is machine washable. Electronically welded and includes a rust-resistant zipper. Hypo-allergenic and waterproof – even at seams. Zippered Protective Mattress Cover height 8″. Made of …

Spasilk 100% Pure Silk Facial Beauty Face Wash Cloth/Towel, Natural


Spasilk 100% Pure Silk Facial Beauty Face Wash Cloth/Towel, Natural


$7.99


This 100% pure natural silk facial beauty face towel (10″ x 10″) was designed to cleanse, massage and exfoliate in a gentle way so as to enhance and add glow to every type of skin. Our hypo allergenic undyed all natural silk will make you feel clean and refreshed after each use. Perfect for everyone in the family including babies and makes a wonderful gift for all. Use our SpaSilk facial towel bef…
 

Art Craft Wool


Art Craft Wool

Albany Institute features contemporary art shoes in ‘Perfect Fit’ and old shoes from its own collection
Two exhibitions open Saturday: one of contemporary shoes created as artwork, the other of old shoes from the museum’s collection. Shoes Tell Stories is a traveling exhibition that originated at Fuller Craft Museum in Brockton, Mass. Assembled by Wendy Tarlow Kaplan, a veteran curator specializing in contemporary art, it explores the social, historical and political aspect of shoes. Brockton was …

can some one re-word this please?

Mexico is known worldwide for its folk art traditions, mostly derived from the indigenous and Spanish crafts. Pre-Columbian art thrived over a wide timescale, from 1800 BC to AD 1500. Certain artistic characteristics were repeated throughout the region, namely a preference for angular, linear patterns, and three-dimensional ceramics. Notable handicrafts include clay pottery from the valley of Oaxaca and the animal figures from the village of Tonala. Colorfully embroidered cotton garments, cotton or wool shawls and outer garments, and colorful baskets and rugs are seen everywhere. Mexico is also known for its pre-Columbian architecture, especially for public, ceremonial and urban monumental buildings and structures.

Mexico is known worldwide for it’s traditional folk art. Such art holds roots in both Spanish and indigenous crafts. Certain artistic characteristics are found repeatedly throughout the region; including angular and linear patterns, as well as styles in three-dimensional ceramics. From the Valley of Oaxaca, one finds notable clay pottery, and in the Village of Tonala, animal figures. Vividly embroidered cotton and wool garments such as shawls and outer garments are also prominently sold throughout the region, partnered by colorful baskets and rugs.

(Your second sentence and last sentences do not fit into your theme. In these you are speaking only of the indigenous art, not the Spanish. The rest of the paragraph talks about the combination of the two cultures into an art form. Maybe begin a new paragraph like this:)

Apart from Spanish influence, pre-Colombian art thrived over the wide time scale of 1800 BC until AD 1500. Concerning such styles, Mexico is known for its indigenous architecture, especially for public, ceremonial, and urban monumental structures. (Then possibly give an example of such use, and maybe Aztec art references to support more background in pre-Colombian art styles)

 

Bag Free



Bag Free
Bag Free

Utilise Your Facebook Friends List to Bag Free DVD Rentals for Life

Cinema Paradiso, a popular DVD rental service, is quietly running a customer loyalty scheme which – combined with a clutch of credulous friends – could guarantee you free DVD rentals for ever.

This is a loyalty scheme which offers an amazing free DVD rental package for any customer able to convince six friends to agree to sign up for the scheme.

There has never been a better time to put your Facebook so-called friends list to the test.

Is it really free?

There is not too much that is free these days, but yes, it is indeed free.

The only catch is being able to introduce six friends willing to subscribe to CinemaParadiso’s DVD rental service. Time for you to be a bit assertive and convincing – provided you have some friends!

Bruce Stevens, a DVD Rental Reviews Editor is a bit dubious about the offer and wonders if it is not too good to be true. As he says, “It would certainly suit those with a large circle of friends when it should be no problem to persuade six of them to sign up – and stay signed up”.

He does, though, qualify this statement by saying that one would need a fairly large circle of friends and a very persuasive personality as there are bound to be some Doubting Thomases amongst them.

The good news is…

Loyal customers of Cinema Paradiso, who may not be fortunate enough to have six willing friends out there eager to join up, will be relieved to know that the new loyalty plan is incremental.

This means that even if you are only able to persuade one friend to sign up, you will earn a 1/6th discount on the monthly fee.

As Cinema Paradiso is a top class best DVD Rental service, it shouldn’t be too difficult to recommend the new offer to your friends and be able to sign on at least one friend.

As Mr Stevens says, “it is up to you whether or not you tell your friends that their signing up is helping keep your service free”.

How does it work then?

If you are already a member of the Cinema Paradiso DVD rental service, then you automatically qualify for the loyalty scheme.

You initially send off e-mail invitations (or VIP Passes) to any friends you think may be interested in signing up for the DVD service.

This entitles each friend to 5 free DVD rentals and if they then sign up to be a full paying member, your Cinema Paradiso account will be credited with 1/6th off the cost of your existing membership fee.

This will carry on every month and each additional friend that you are able to tempt onto the scheme will increase your discount by a further 1/6th of your membership fee.

Time to turn on that persuasive charm of yours and get cracking!

About the Author

Shirley Stevens is an independent film and UK DVD rental journalist. She writes extensively for ChooseDVDRental.co.uk, the UK’s most thorough compare DVD rental site, where you can compare DVD rental free trials and read the Cinema Paradiso DVD Rental review.


EasyLunchboxes 3-compartment Bento Lunch Box Containers (Set of 4) BPA-Free. Easy-Open Lids (Not Leakproof)


EasyLunchboxes 3-compartment Bento Lunch Box Containers (Set of 4) BPA-Free. Easy-Open Lids (Not Leakproof)


$13.95


Save time, money, paper, and plastic when you use EasyLunchboxes. No more wasteful baggies or mismatched plastic containers. Now you can pack lunches fast for work or school. Even make homemade “Lunchables®!” Created by a mom of three, these bento-style, 3-compartment containers are designed to be carried upright in the EasyLunchboxes cooler bag (choose from 7 vibrant colors). Container lids stay…

Senseo Medium Roast Coffee, 18-Count Pods (Pack of 6)


Senseo Medium Roast Coffee, 18-Count Pods (Pack of 6)


$29.17


The Senseo Medium Roast Coffee Pods offer an aromatic, rich taste with a smooth finish. Like the Dark Roast Pods, they end with a delicious “crema” layer, making it an ideal choice for any time of day or for any occasion.Each package of Senseo Medium Roast Coffee Pods contain 18 coffee pods.When you order this item you will receive one case of 6 packages of Senseo Medium Roast Coffee. Each package…

Progressive International LKS-06 Lettuce Keeper


Progressive International LKS-06 Lettuce Keeper


$12.00


Help preserve your lettuce and produce and keep it fresh and tasty with the Lettuce and Produce Keeper preserving container from Progressive. Using an adjustable air vent and water reservoir, the keeper simulates more natural conditions for the produce, while helps to keep it healthy and fresh tasting. An included divider segments the container so you can preserve more than one produce type at a t…

Riverboat Soul


Riverboat Soul


$10.35


From St. Louis, Missouri comes a wonderfully fresh and quirky kind of pop music that combines a riverboat ragtime sound with Delta-meets-Appalachia songwriting, all laid down in front of a big, big swingin’ beat. LaFarge is a neo-hobo, constantly traveling and continually inspired by early American roots music from throughout the land. But while Pokey LaFarge and his crew may summon the likes of B…

100 Individual Serving Sampler Organic Dessert Teas


100 Individual Serving Sampler Organic Dessert Teas


$24.95


These teas have a light, yet full flavor, perfect for after a meal or anytime of the day or night since they are caffeine-free and organic….

Hidden Stash 420 (Be


Hidden Stash 420 (Be


$18.49


Deluxe edition includes bonus DVD featuring 2 hours of behind-the-scenes footage, music videos, interviews & more!
Track listing:
Disc 1
1. Intro
2. Can Anybody Hear Me
3. Take A Ride
4. Evolution
5. Tangerine Sky
6. D Iz Who I B
7. Got It Get It
8. Stoner Bitch
9. Late Night Call
10. Lookin Out My Window
11. Mushroom Cloud
12. This Is For You
13. Pack Me Another Rip
14. Purple Smoke
15. Demons
16…

Dreamworks Studios - The Prince of Egypt Gift Set with Free Bean Bag Camel


Dreamworks Studios – The Prince of Egypt Gift Set with Free Bean Bag Camel


$49.99


 

Handmade Rug



Handmade Rug
What do you think of the name of my new business?

I am starting a business to sell handmade antiques and rugs from the Middle East and Africa. Wondering what you think of the name “Bab Elsama”.

a) Does it give the impression and feeling of authenticity?
b) Does it give the impression of the east?
c) Do you like the name in general?

Note: “Bab elsama” means “Door of the sky”.

First I wish that you would have expanded on the translation of your business’ name some more…. Door to the sky how exactly does that connect to the items that you will be selling. Anyways I think that your going in the right direction with your name but it isn’t quite there yet… If I were you I would change the name to something meaning door to another land or something that makes the origins of your products sound more far away and paradise-like.


Nourison Washable Handmade Santa Christmas Mat 20x32


Nourison Washable Handmade Santa Christmas Mat 20×32


$30.00


Nourison Handmade “Hooked” Washable Santa Carpet Christmas Mat

20″ x 32″

Elegant but affordable luxury
Holiday Decor
Free Shipping!
Pile: 100% Durilon (50% Acrylic, 50% Olefin)
Backing: 50% Cotton, 50% Polyester)

Meets consumer product safety commission standards FF2-70 for flammability
Very nice for even the finest homes
Great price…


Red Orange Cooked Lobster Decorative Nautical Marine Hooked Area Rug FREE SHIPPING!


Red Orange Cooked Lobster Decorative Nautical Marine Hooked Area Rug FREE SHIPPING!


$95.00



2'2 x 9' Basketweave Bark


2′2 x 9′ Basketweave Bark


$225.00


104B-BASK-BARK Size: 2′2″ x 9′, Color: Bark Floormat Shown in Earth Features: -Basketweave texture.-Made of vinyl.-Commercial grade backing on underside.-2′2” x 3′.-3′ x 4′4”.-2′2” x 6′.-2′2” x 9′.-4′4” x 6′.-5′10” x 9′.-Should you discover shortly after receiving your Basketweave Plynyl Floormat that parts are either damaged or missing, please call us immediately, and we will be happy to se…

Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals - Persian Carpets (iranian Carpets and Rugs) - Removable Graphic


Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals – Persian Carpets (iranian Carpets and Rugs) – Removable Graphic



WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l…


Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals - Persian Carpets (iranian Carpets and Rugs) - Removable Graphic


Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals – Persian Carpets (iranian Carpets and Rugs) – Removable Graphic



WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l…


Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals - Persian Carpets (iranian Carpets and Rugs) - Removable Graphic


Wallmonkeys Peel and Stick Wall Decals – Persian Carpets (iranian Carpets and Rugs) – Removable Graphic



WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l…


Persian Rug Flying Carpet Cufflinks Cuff Links


Persian Rug Flying Carpet Cufflinks Cuff Links


$49.95


Cuff links modeled after the classic Persian rug add a bit of sophistication to your cuffs. Tracing their roots back to ancient times, the Persian rugs make the perfect cufflinks for the historian.
N0-Risk Guarantee! If for any reason you are not satisfied with your purchase, simply return them for a full Money Back Guarantee! I will refund your full purchase price to you, plus pay for return ship…
 

Sale Afghan



Sale Afghan
Sale Afghan
How much yarn will I need to complete a 48″ x 72″ afghan??

I knitted a swatch using 15 feet. The swatch measured 8″ x 3″. How much yarn will I need to complete a 48″ x 72″ afghan. Please show your work as I will be making more afghans later this year, but the finished projects will be different sizes.

If you could answer right away, I would apprciate. There is a great yarn sale going on at Joanns and it ends at midnight.

Thank you very much.

I’m not sure if this is correct, but here’s how I see it:

3*8=24
48*72=3456
3456/24= 144

It will take 2160ft to make the blanket (144 15ft pieces)


The Silk Road: A Musical Caravan


The Silk Road: A Musical Caravan


$15.98


“What if Marco Polo had owned tape recorder?” This intriguing concept is raised in the liner notes to this impressive two-CD set, which wanders along ancient Asian trade routes known as the Silk Road. The first disc, Masters & Traditions, deals with formal styles performed by and for sophisticated connoisseurs. Meanwhile, the music on Minstrels and Lovers is played by amateurs who are part of dail…

Music of Central Asia Vol. 3: Art of the Afghan Rubâb


Music of Central Asia Vol. 3: Art of the Afghan Rubâb


$15.25


From Kabul to California, Homayun Sakhi is admired as the outstanding Afghan rubâb player of his generation, a charismatic virtuoso who has pushed the limits of his instrument. With tabla player Taryalai Hashimi, Sakhi plays music that is uniquely Afghan, yet resonates strongly with the spirit of Indian raga. A bonus DVD offers an intimate portrait of Homayun Sakhi and his musical life from Kabul…

Virtuoso From Afghanistan


Virtuoso From Afghanistan


$13.05


Afghan rebâb virtuoso Ustad Mohammad Omar, who was born sometime in the early 20th century, came to the United States in 1974 to Seattle’s University of Washington as an artist-in-residence in the ethnomusicology department. On November 18th, 1974, he gave his only U.S. concert, at the university’s Meany Hall. He was accompanied by 24-year-old Zakir Hussain, a budding Indian tabla player. Hussain…

Charlie Wilson's War (Widescreen Edition)


Charlie Wilson’s War (Widescreen Edition)


$2.10


Political movies about backroom negotiations need not be dry or heavy-handed, as Charlie Wilson’s War delightfully proves. Based on the true story of playboy congressman Wilson’s efforts to fund Afghanistan’s defense against the Soviet invasion of the 1980s, the film is borne along on breezy attitude and a peppery script by West Wing scribe Aaron Sorkin. Wilson, played by Tom Hanks (who also prod…

National Geographic: Lost Treasures of Afghanistan


National Geographic: Lost Treasures of Afghanistan


$4.57


During the last three decades, war and terrorism have devastated much of Afghanistan’s rich cultural past. Two giant Buddha statues were blown up by the Taliban, gold and priceless archaeological artifacts disappeared, artworks were destroyed, historic films were burned. But many courageous Afghan people were determined to save their heritage. Join National Geographic as it highlights the efforts …

The Horsemen


The Horsemen


$24.96


The Horsemen is a startling and robust adventure story–almost a fable, actually–that opens a window onto a brutal but exotic part of the world. Set in mountainous Afghanistan, the film (written for the screen by Dalton Trumbo of Spartacus fame) concerns the devastating and near-impossible efforts of a great horseman, Uraz (Omar Sharif), to establish a reputation equal to that of his famous fathe…

Puppy in my Pocket 5 Pets Pack (Briard, West Highland Terrier, Schnauzer, Flat Coated Retriever, Afghan)


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$23.75