The designs so meticulously translated by India’s weavers and artisans into beautiful rugs are inspired by a myriad of sources -- from formal, classic Persian patterns to rich medieval tapestries to the latest trends in modern art. All prospective designs are rendered in full color, and carefully reviewed by both the rug importer and manufacturer. The selected designs are turned over to specially trained artists who draw them in full scale on graph paper, and color in every tiny square, each of which represents a hand-tied knot of yarn. The completed graph drawing is then passed on to the team of weavers assigned to the project.