Backstrap weaving is among the oldest surviving forms of weaving, rooted in ancient indigenous traditions where the loom is physically connected to the weaver’s body, allowing rhythm, tension, and movement to shape the fabric by hand. The craft is distinguished by its intricate geometric patterns, symbolic motifs, and highly tactile process, through which textiles become expressions of cultural memory and identity. Valued for its minimal use of machinery and deeply sustainable nature, backstrap weaving preserves a direct relationship between artisan, material, and tradition.