From pre-historic times to the present, weaving in the Arab world, using both upright and ground looms, has provided items satisfying functional needs and artistic enjoyment.

The men shear the sheep once a year and wash the wool. Then it is sorted as to color and quality, beaten to make it fluffy and given to the women to spin and weave.
Goat hair is also prepared and given to the women to mix with the wool, to make the proeduct water proof, for example for tents.
Camel hair, which is very soft, is also used in some of the woven rugs, making them rare and precious. Some Bedouin women prepare their own dyes from local insects, plants and minerals, while others take their spun wool to the city dyer.

Indigo, which Jordanians planted in the Jordan Valley and exported in great quantities, was the most commonly used dye. It gave shades of blue to black. Sumac berries, madder roots, and kermes insects gave shades of red, while saffron gave yellow. To make the colors fast, they added alom, salt or vinegar. The Bedu woman combines dyes to produce fascinating colors.

The Kawar collection includes over 200 pieces woven in beautiful colors with fine workmanship by both Bedouin and villagers. They include rugs, cushions, saddlebags, belts, sleeping bags, tents, tent dividers and other decorative items.