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Women's Hand Woven Accessories
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Javanese Earth Moods, 3 Handwoven Cotton Lurik Contoured 2-Layer Face Masks
Nell
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Javanese Blues, 3 Handwoven Cotton Lurik Contoured 2-Layer Blue Face Masks
Nell
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Ikat Jewels, 1 Black-1 Burgundy-1 Blue-2-Layer Contoured Ikat Cotton Mask
Desak Nyoman Parwati
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Fascinating Checks, Handmade Indian 100% Wool Shawl in Checked Pattern
Sajad
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Artistic Colors, Tie-Dyed Multicolored Cotton Wrap Scarf from Thailand
Vinita
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Sand & Sky, Ivory and Brown 100% Alpaca Reversible Fingerless Mittens
Wilfredo Herencia
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Grey Delight, Hand Woven Wool Shawl from India in Grey, Black, and White
Sajad
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Kashmiri Diamonds in Red, Women's True Red 100% Wool Shawl Handmade in India
Sajad
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Acanthus Garden, Leaf and Floral Motif Jacquard Modal Shawl from India
Sajad
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Himalayan Heirloom, Indian Jamawar Wool Shawl with Paisley Motifs
Sandeep Malhotra
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Brilliant Stripes, 100% Wool Shawl with Multicolored Stripes Handmade in India
Sajad
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Turquoise Allure, Indian Fair Trade Woven Wool Shawl in Turquoise Blue
Sajad
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Midnight Breeze, Handcrafted Fringed Silk Shawl in Black from Thailand
Vinita
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Kashmiri Diamonds in Blue, Royal Blue Hand Loomed All Wool Shawl Made in India
Sajad
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Kashmiri Diamonds in Lavender, Women's Lavender Hand Loomed All Wool Shawl
Sajad
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Breeze of Brown Purple, Hand Spun Cotton Shawl Wrap in Brown Purple and Pink
Vinita
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Intense Stripes, Indian Hand Loom 100% Wool Shawl in Blue, Red, Green Stripes
Sajad
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Charming Day, Set of 2 Lightweight Scarves in Turquoise and Blush
Kitthanapong
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Garden Glory, Handwoven Screen Printed Floral Paisley Themed Wool Shawl
Sajad
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Blissful Combination, Patterned Blue and Grey Cotton Shawl from India
Danish Ansari
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Ginger Brown Ikat, 2 Adult/2 Child Brown & Black 2-Layer Cotton Ikat Masks
Desak Nyoman Parwati
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Inner Sunset, Warm-Toned Striped Cotton and Silk Shawl Handwoven in India
Rajveer
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Bold Azure, Handloomed Striped Blue and Azure Silk Shawl with Fringes
Vinita
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Blue Delight, 100% Wool Shawl in Light Blue and Grey Handmade in India
Sajad
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Andean Nature, Handloomed Traditional Andean Ivory Alpaca Mittens from Peru
Rogelio Quispe
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Spring Shimmer, Hand Woven Silk Scarf in Purple and Blue from Thailand
Vinita
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Purple Delight, Hand-Spun Woven and Dyed Fringed Silk Batik Scarf in Purple
Vinita
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Zigzag Brocade, 2 Handwoven Cotton Masks in Green Brocades & Solid Brown
Emma Gutierrez
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Seat of the King, African Kente Cloth Cotton Fiazikpui Scarf (1 Strip)
Gobah Tengey-Seddoh
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Radiant Horizon, Colorful 100% Cotton Hand Woven Infinity Scarf from Thailand
Vinita
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Periwinkle Allure, Hand Loomed 100% Wool Periwinkle Blue Wrap for Women
Sajad
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Lovely Magic in Blue, Handwoven Tie-Dyed Silk Scarf in Blue from Thailand
Vinita
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Hydrangea Colorwash, Blue and Green Fringed Silk Shawl Hand-Woven in Thailand
Vinita
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Kolkata Joy, Hand Block Printed 100% Tussar Silk Shawl from India
Rajnandinee and Srabonti
$79.99 Wholesale$79.99 -
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Monochrome Monarch, Handwoven Black and Grey Tie-Dye Silk Shawl from Thailand
Vinita
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Kashmiri Diamonds in Chestnut, Women's Wool Scarf with Diamond Pattern in Red-Brown
Sajad
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Teal Iridescence, Hand Spun Silk Scarf Woven in Teal and Green
Vinita
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Seaside Breezes, Artisan Crafted 100% Cotton Infinity Scarf from Thailand
Vinita
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Shifting Sands, Tie-Dyed Silk Shawl in Sand and Cyan Stripes from Thailand
Vinita
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Pink Occasions, Artisan-Made Pink and Grey Striped Cotton & Silk Blend Shawl
Rajveer
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Sheer Illusion in Blue, Sky Blue 100% Silk Shawl with Sheer Accents
Syed Izaz Hussein
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Gorgeous Stripes in Pink, Striped Silk and Cotton Blend Shawl in Pink from Thailand
Vinita
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Gorgeous Green, Two Hand-Woven Lightweight Scarves in Green Shades
Kitthanapong
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Ecru Splendor, Thai Hand-Loomed 100% Silk Scarf with Fringes in Ecru Beige
Vinita
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Hillside Lullaby, Unique Central American Embroidered Yellow Shawl
Nu'Kem Association of Textile Artisans
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Comforting Turquoise, Handwoven Fringed Silk Shawl in Emerald from Thailand
Vinita
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Peacock Blue, Artisan Crafted 100% Silk Teal Wrap Scarf from Thailand
Vinita
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Cusco Heritage, Leather Belt with Andean Wool Accents
Kathiana Quispe
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Sea Passages, Handloomed Cotton Shawl with Blue and Grey Pattern
Sandeep Malhotra
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Vibrant Perfection, Cherry Red and Onyx Black 2-Piece Scarf Set from Thailand
Kitthanapong
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Delightful Breeze in Blue, Cotton Wrap Scarves in Blue from Thailand (Pair)
Vinita
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Subtle Colors, Tie-Dyed Fringed Cotton Wrap Scarf in Brown from Thailand
Vinita
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Fantastic Colors, Tied-Dyed Cotton Wrap Scarf in Pink and Purple from Thailand
Vinita
$34.99 Wholesale$34.99
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Your answers straight from the village experts
Hand-washing and dry cleaning are the most common ways to care for and clean shawls. Many of our alpaca shawls specifically indicate dry-cleaning or hand-washing with cold water. Because shawls are delicate, a garment bag is a good way to prevent damage. Avoid direct sunlight and high heat. As always, it is important to follow the care instructions specific to the fabric of your shawl.
The great thing about shawls is that they are versatile. One can find a shawl for every season. Warmth is often based on the tightness of the weave and the type of material used. Alpaca fiber is known for its thermal capacity and provides an optimal degree of warmth. Sheep wool also acts as an insulator, absorbing moisture and creating a feeling of coziness for the wearer. Shawls made of cashmere and pashmina are light and thin, yet still provide a high degree of warmth. In Mexico, shawls made from San Juan Chamula sheep keep one warm and comfortable.
Comfort is always a question of preference, but certain fabrics lend themselves to softness and warmth. Shawls from the Andes are made from super soft alpaca fibers, and provide wearers a high level of comfort. Similarly, in Thailand and Bali, silk shawls are always favorites. Depending on ones climate, particular shawls may be preferable. Central American shawls made from cotton and rayon keep wearers cool in warm climates, whereas bamboo and acrylic shawls are great for cold weather. During hot summers, Indian shawls made of modal, silk, and viscose are a perfect option, and merino wool and cashmere are ideal for winter. West Africa stands by the luxurious comfort of their 100% cotton shawls, and Mexico prioritizes comfort with their beautiful wool designs.
It depends on what you mean by handmade. We support artisans who work in the ancient traditions of their ancestors, crafting items by hand, with patience and love. But techniques vary among shawl makers. Embroidery, hand-painting, stitching, and sewing are often part of the process. Some artisans do use power looms when crafting their shawls, but even in those instances, there is no mega-factory or mass production line behind the garment. The beauty, creativity, and inspiration for each shawl comes from the artists own heart. Our product descriptions will always specify if an item is hand-woven, hand-knit, or otherwise.
The shawl comes to us full of history, culture, and heritage. Each region invests its shawls with different symbols, patterns, and designs. Some shawls, like those in West Africa and the Andes, feature linear and geometric shapes, clean lines and patterns that have been passed down through the centuries. In Bali, we find elaborate batik designs, a technique that makes use of alternating dye and wax to block color. In Central America, embroidered and woven shawls incorporate designs inspired by corn, butterflies, and birds. Floral patterns are very popular in Indian shawls, particularly in pashminas from Kashmir. Gujarati shawls often depict geometric shapes, and artisans increasingly incorporate contemporary designs through hand-painted fabric. Thailand also integrates floral patterning, often using the yok dok technique, a brocade style that leaves the fabric slightly raised. This emphasis on brocade is also evident in Mexican shawls, with lavish designs in the form of frets, flowers and geometric figures, all inspired by pre-Hispanic cultures.
Fibers, dyes, and fabrics come together in innovative, unique ways during the creation of a shawl. Different regions rely on resources that are readily available and have cultural significance. In West Africa, 100% cotton and rayon frequently make their appearances in shawls. In Bali and Thailand, soft silk lends a luxuriousness to the shawl. Central American artisans incorporate bamboo rayon, while India makes use of wool and silk. Mexico boasts an array of vibrant natural and cotton yarn dyes, and artisans from the Andes weave shawls out of soft alpaca fiber.
Throughout the world, the shawl is considered a venerated garment, made by hand from techniques passed down through generations. The methods for making traditional shawls vary as widely as the regions from which they come. But most employ some method of hand knitting or weaving on a loom. In the Andes, for example, crocheting and flat weaving on a treadle loom are common techniques. In Central America, backstrap and foot looms are popular with artisans. In Bali, one finds intricate sewing, in addition to weaving. And in India and Thailand, practices of hand-painting fabric, batik, and the use of natural dyes are intimately tied to the creation of shawls.
Featured Reviews
Hannelore
Sep 1, 2017
My favorite travel accessory for chilly evenings
I wanted a lightweight shawl for traveling in a neutral solid color. This one is elegant, beautiful and very versatile. It has just the right size.
Kassi
Jun 24, 2016
So Soft!
The color is maybe slightly darker than what is pictured (depending on your monitor I guess), but otherwise a pretty close match. The thing that stands out most is how soft it is! Very comfortable to wear and keeps you warm.
Nicole
Aug 21, 2021
Beautiful shawl, perfect color
This shawl is everything I hoped for--the color is perfect for the dress I hoped to match, the weave is subtle and unusual, and the wool is soft and delicate but warm. I couldn't be happier--thank you!
Featured Artist
Vinita Batik accessories
When asked about any challenges to overcome, I would say that I never have any obstacles. I think I do what I can do and don't force things that aren't ready or things that I cannot do.'
"Hello, My name is Vinita Tongtawat. My first name comes from the combination of my father's (Pinit) and my mother's (Viboonwan) names. Although... read more
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