Persian Flaw

Persian carpets are known throughout the world for their craftsmanship and quality. I think of Persian carpets as somewhat synonymous to flying carpets à la "One Thousand and One Nights" so either way they possess a magical quality. When artisans weaved these carpets they make sure to leave some sort of flaw within it which is meant to attest to perfection lying solely with God.

Here's a bit more background from persianflaw.org
"The meaning of Persian Flaw comes from a long time ago when Persian tribes made carpets while migrating from one part of the Persian Empire to other regions. The Persian tribe members worked together to weave carpets that would tell their story of trials and tribulations. Just one princely Persian carpet would take years to complete with help of many tribe members to achieve a perfect Persian carpet (well almost). The Persians believed only God or a higher power was perfect in all aspects and to show this carpet makers would intentionally place flaws or mistakes in the carpet."


This random fact really intrigued me. Such a beautiful coveted object worldwide has a deliberate flaw stitched in! People focus so much attention on being perfect that in reality its our flaws that makes us who we are and unique. That's my sappy bit for the day, now some eye candy: