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Lotha Naga women weaving in groups at Longsa village, Wokha District... Loin Loom Weaving also referred to as back strap or body tension loom, is a traditional textile weaving common to the tribal womenfolk of northeast India. This art of textile weaving is well known for its elegant designs, unique colour combination and lasting texture. The weaver`s body is fundamental to the loom and weaving is done with no mechanical parts. The loom consists of a continuous warp stretched between two parallel bamboos. The one end is supported to a strong post/door or even trees and the other end is held by a strap worn around the weaver`s lower back to regulate the tension with her body. The loin loom is skilfully used by women to weave cloth which includes the process of winding a warp according to th
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