Weaving is one of the oldest and most fundamental textile techniques, involving the interlacing of two distinct sets of threads—the warp (vertical) and the weft (horizontal)—to create fabric. Practised for thousands of years across cultures, weaving has evolved from simple handlooms to complex mechanical and digital looms, yet its core principle remains unchanged. Traditionally used to produce everything from everyday cloth to elaborate tapestries, weaving allows for immense creativity through patterns, textures, and materials, ranging from wool and cotton to silk, metallic threads, and modern synthetics. Beyond its functional use, weaving holds cultural and artistic significance, with many societies incorporating symbolic motifs and regional styles into their woven textiles, making it both a craft and a medium of storytelling.
