Ajrakh dyed handwoven Eri silk shawl

Product Description

Each shawl is made of Eri silk and has been carefully dyed with the cooperation of Ajrakh craftsman Sufiyan Ismail Khatri and others.

Handwoven Eri silk is hand-spun from Eri cocoons, a type of wild silkworm, harvested in the northern Indian state of Assam, and woven on looms in villages in northern Bengal.
It has a slightly slimy, warm texture and a rustic feel that makes it suitable for everyday use.

size
Approximately 100cm x 190cm

*Does not include fringe.
* Size and color may differ from actual product.
* See the size guide here .

raw materials
Eli Silk

Production area
Kutch , Gujarat

How the design works
Designed in collaboration with CALICO
Sufiyan Ismail khatri

spinning thread
Machine spinning

Weaving
Handloom plain weave

dyed
block print ( Textile printing using traditional dyes )
Indigo, Alizarin

Before you purchase

 

* This product is also carried in the stores, so it may occasionally be sold out at the time of your order through the website. Unfortunately if that the product is out of stock after you placing the order, we will contact you. We appreciate your understanding.

* Hand-spun yarn is mainly made by women in the village using an efficient modern spinning wheel called an “Amber Charka.” When the yarn breaks, it is spun by hand, resulting in neps, which is a characteristic feature.

* Most of hand-spun and handwoven fabrics are produced in village huts, and as a result, threads or grass may occasionally be mixed in. Additionally, there may be uneven areas, wrinkles, or slight discoloration caused by thread breaks, as well as unavoidable minor stains. Please understand that these are characteristic features of those fabrics.

* Depending on the material, friction during use may cause pilling or fuzziness. Excessive friction or pressure can cause a fabric damage, so please avoid such a situation.

* We use natural or traditional dyes (including synthetic dyes) and dye with the traditional methods. Please note that the color may vary slightly depending on the craftsman's sense and environmental factors. The color will gradually fade with use, giving it a unique patina.

* In case the fabric is dyed using natural and/or dark-colored dyes,  please note it may fade or transfer color due to friction, rain, or sweat, etc. Please be careful when wearing light-colored clothing or carrying light-colored bags, or when using them with furniture.