Chain stitch rugs are those which are confined to Kashmir and are famous for the hard work. These are unique hand embroidery done with care and caution.

A lot of hard work is the secret of this magnificent art work.These are rare rugs that originated in Kashmir as something confined to their culture and artifacts.

Chain stitch carpets are really wonderful varieties which have their own designs, patterns and colours entirely different from other rugs. Several materials are used for this purpose such as cotton, wool and silk threads.

The chain stitch rugs are natively known as Jalakdozi which refers to a special kind of stitching specialized in Kashmir.

For making chain stitch rugs usually a hook instead of needle is used and long flowering designs are usually embroidered.

Embroidery is usually done on a hand woven cloth base or even on a Hessain.There are pretty designs which range from flowers to animals to anything which look wonderful

A special feature about the designs is that they have human forms which are traced by a designer as the craftsman stitches in either two ply or three ply yarns.

The rug can be referred to as a carpet also due to its wonderful look. Even silk yarn is used which makes it much costly and even brilliant.

They are chosen for their utility and durability usually. The chain stitch rugs can be used as a floor covering to protect your flooring and decorate your house and also as wall hangings.

They look pretty and attractive with their minute works. The durability is increased by either adding a pad or cloth lining to it. In some of the chain stitch rugs they are always bought with attached padding.