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Description
A one of a kind masterpiece, both contemporary and traditional. Two communities who have traditionally collaborated in their work and tribal cloth in the Kachchh Desert have worked on this shawl - the Bhujodi weavers and the Rabari embroiderers. This shawl has small shisha mirrors embroidered along the borders - they catch the light beautifully.
The Rabari have a distinct style of embroidery and each woman imbeds a piece of her creative intuition and style into each shawl.
Please note: The embroidery on each shawl will vary to reflect the unique expression of the embroiderer.
Fibre: 75% Merino Wool, 25% Deshi Wool.
Process: Handwoven & hand embroidered by village artisans in Kachchh, India.
Size is approx. 38" x 86"
*Embroidery may vary slightly from the image shown. Each embroidery piece is one of a kind.
Care Instructions: Hand wash in cool water. To protect the natural dyes and natural fabric you absolutely must use a pH neutral liquid detergent. Roll in a towel to remove excess water and hang to dry.
Recommended detergents: Ecos, Eucalan, or a mild liquid detergent no higher than pH 7
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The language of stitches builds within a community over hundreds of years. It is a source of identity that is transferred from one generation to the next. It is learned in the same way a spoken language is learned; with children sitting beside the adults. In an oral culture, the stitched language records everything of importance from the epic to the personal.
Maiwa works with embroiderers through many co-operative structures within India. The women embroider, design, market, and innovate as entrepreneur artisans. The goal is financial self-determination and empowerment through education and a clear sense of the value of their work.
