Weaving

“Textiles were experienced differently. Textiles were needed for each aspect of everyday life (in addition to garments, curtains, hangings, and rugs as discussed above, there were also pillows and mattresses, ties and strings, towels, bags, rag padding, and textiles used in armor and even magic).” (25)

“Ancient patterned textiles and linens were valuable, and thus were stored carefully, mended, darned, and handed down as heirlooms.” (2)

“Late Antique clothing and furnishings expressed social standing and ambition, aspirations and dreams, by epitomizing the desired characteristics of the elite...the extent of a man’s wardrobe depended on imperial regulations, status, budgetary restrictions, and personal inclinations” (21 & 24)

-Thelma K. Thomas, Textiles from Medieval Egypt, A.D. 300-1300