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Women's Patterned Accessories
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Peaceful Plaids, Plaid-Patterned Soft Merino and Cashmere Wool Blend Shawl
Ukrainian Textile Collection
$28.89 Wholesale$33.99$28.89 -
Vintage Flair, Antiqued Leaf-Themed Embossed Leather and Brass Alloy Belt
Vikram Uberoi
$69.95 Wholesale$69.95 -
Colorful Tropics, 3 Handmade Blue-Pink-Red Rayon Batik Pleated Face Masks
Desak Nyoman Parwati
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Ikat Stories, Chevron-Inspired Handmade Colorful Fringed Cotton Ikat Scarf
Gold Silk Association
$29.95 Wholesale$29.95 -
Quiet Spirit, 1 Hemp and 2 Cotton Handcrafted Thai Face Masks (set of 3)
Jamriang
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Mint Blossoms, Classic Floral Hand-Block Printed Cotton Shawl in a Teal Hue
Dinesh Singh
$32.95 Wholesale$32.95 -
Fascinating Checks, Handmade Indian 100% Wool Shawl in Checked Pattern
Sajad
$50.99 Wholesale$59.99$50.99 -
Tropical Beauty, 4 Handmade Abstract Rayon Batik Pleated 2-Layer Face Masks
Desak Nyoman Parwati
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
A Proper Plaid, Set of 3 Plaid Cotton Face Masks with Elastic Ear Loops
Desak Nyoman Parwati
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Sophisticated Appeal, Paisley Floral-Themed Pink Jamawar Wool Shawl with Fringes
Sandeep Malhotra
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
Berry Blossoms, Spring-Themed Hand-Block Printed Cotton Shawl in a Pink Hue
Dinesh Singh
$32.95 Wholesale$32.95 -
Paisley Garden, Paisley-Themed Reversible Jamawar Wool Shawl with Fringes
Sandeep Malhotra
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
Vibrant Quartet, 4 Cotton Print 2-Layer Elastic Loop Face Masks from India
Asha Prabha
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Timeless Splendor, Woven Viscose Scarf with Embroidery in Grey White and Red
Sandeep Malhotra
$20.39 Wholesale$23.99$20.39 -
Indigo Bloom, Jamawar-Inspired Floral Leaf Paisley-Themed Blue Wool Shawl
Sandeep Malhotra
$57.79 Wholesale$67.99$57.79 -
Midnight Patches, Patchwork Geometric and Paisley-Themed Wool Shawl in Blue
Sandeep Malhotra
$57.79 Wholesale$67.99$57.79 -
Majestic Paisley, Paisley Floral-Themed Reversible Jamawar Jacquard Wool Shawl
Sandeep Malhotra
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
Botanical Elegance, Floral Leaf-Themed Reversible Wool Shawl in Orange and Blue
Sandeep Malhotra
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
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Verdant Blooms, Floral Geometric-Themed Reversible Wool Shawl in Green Hues
Sandeep Malhotra
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
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Waves and Bubbles, 2 Contoured Double Layer Rayon Batik Elastic Loop Face Masks
Galuh Kenanga
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
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Qori Lady, Handwoven Geometric-Patterned Warm-Toned Cotton Belt
Paul Lopez
$74.79 Wholesale$87.99$74.79 -
Sundari, Women's Knit Wool Convertible Mittens Gloves Multicolored
NOVICA & National Geographic Travel Collection
$50.11 Wholesale$58.95$50.11 -
Blossoming Opulence, Multicolored Batik Flowers Hand Stamped on a Silk Shawl
Yuni Kristina
$66.29 Wholesale$77.99$66.29 -
Indigo Enchantment, Indigo Viscose Shawl Crafted in India
Danish Ansari
$20.39 Wholesale$23.99$20.39 -
Steel Blue Gossamer, 100% Baby Alpaca Wrap Scarf in Steel Blue from Peru
Alfredo Falcon
$39.95 Wholesale$39.95 -
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Sundari, Women's All Wool Knit Hat Flower Embroidery Nepal
NOVICA & National Geographic Travel Collection
$50.96 Wholesale$59.95$50.96 -
Midnight Breeze, Handcrafted Fringed Silk Shawl in Black from Thailand
Vinita
$59.49 Wholesale$69.99$59.49 -
Balinese Fish, 3 Handmade Rayon Batik Fish Cotton 2-Layer Face Masks
Desak Nyoman Parwati
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
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Pink Fantasy, Hand Crafted Batik Silk Patterned Scarf from Indonesia
Yuni Kristina
$39.99 Wholesale$49.99$39.99 -
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Blue Textured Landscape, Knit 100% Alpaca Hat in Blue and Teal Shades from Peru
Ana Fernandez
$44.95 Wholesale$44.95 -
Sylvan Paisley, Folk Art-Inspired Paisley-Patterned 100% Wool Shawl in Brown
Sandeep Malhotra
$46.74 Wholesale$54.99$46.74 -
Ceplok Beteng, Red and Gold Metallic Hand Stamped Batik Silk Shawl
Yuni Kristina
$54.39 Wholesale$67.99$54.39 -
Passionate Pattern in Chestnut, Patterned 100% Baby Alpaca Fingerless Mitts in Chestnut
Alfredo Falcon
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Symphonic Checks, Silk and Wool Blend Checkered Shawl from India
Sajad
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
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Weekend Casual, Cotton Handcrafted Thai Face Masks (Set of 4--2 L/ 2 SM)
Jamriang
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Island Blossoms, 4 Handmade Floral Batik 2-Layer Face Masks from Bali
Desak Nyoman Parwati
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Garden Glory, Handwoven Screen Printed Floral Paisley Themed Wool Shawl
Sajad
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Blissful Combination, Patterned Blue and Grey Cotton Shawl from India
Danish Ansari
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Bold Azure, Handloomed Striped Blue and Azure Silk Shawl with Fringes
Vinita
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
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Andean Nature, Handloomed Traditional Andean Ivory Alpaca Mittens from Peru
Rogelio Quispe
$49.95 Wholesale$49.95 -
Charcoal Style, 100% Alpaca Knit Textured Beanie Hat in Grey Hue from Peru
Alfredo Falcon
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Jade of Jasmine, Floral Batik-Themed Jade Green 100% Silk Scarf with Gift Box
Yuni Kristina
$39.99 Wholesale$49.99$39.99 -
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Yellow Mystique Saga, 100% Silk Yellow Checkered and Ruffled Scarf Woven in India
Arnab Roy
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Island Attitude, 3 Double Layer Hand Stamped Rayon Batik Elastic Loop Masks
Galuh Kenanga
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Classic Flair, Handwoven Patterned Viscose Shawl in India
Danish Ansari
$20.39 Wholesale$23.99$20.39 -
Parang Puzzle, Silk Shawl with Tangerine Geometric Motifs from Indonesia
Yuni Kristina
$62.39 Wholesale$77.99$62.39 -
Midnight Blue Gossamer, Textured 100% Baby Alpaca Scarf in Navy from Peru
Alfredo Falcon
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Today's Styles, 3 Handcrafted Thai Cotton Filter Pocket Adult Face Masks
Jamriang
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Blue Thai River, Tie Dye Blue and Pink Silk Scarf from Thailand
Vinita
$39.99 Wholesale$49.99$39.99 -
Paisley Vestiges, Paisley-Themed Traditional 100% Wool Shawl in Black and Grey
Sandeep Malhotra
$46.74 Wholesale$54.99$46.74 -
Zigzag Brocade, 2 Handwoven Cotton Masks in Green Brocades & Solid Brown
Emma Gutierrez
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Seat of the King, African Kente Cloth Cotton Fiazikpui Scarf (1 Strip)
Gobah Tengey-Seddoh
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Highland Roads, Hand Knit 100% Baby Alpaca Hat in Grey Orange Ivory & Black
Maritza Pacori
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Purple Delight, Hand-Spun Woven and Dyed Fringed Silk Batik Scarf in Purple
Vinita
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Mystique Yellow, Yellow Green Blue Checkered Ruffled Patchwork Silk Scarf
Arnab Roy
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Mystique Grey, Checkerboard-Themed Ruffled Patchwork Fringed Silk Scarf
Arnab Roy
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
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Joyous Song, 3 Balinese Pleated 2-Layer Rayon Batik Elastic Loop Masks
Galuh Kenanga
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Grey Mystique Saga, 100% Silk Checkered and Ruffled Scarf Woven in India
Arnab Roy
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Cool Color Fusion, Tie Dye Blue and Green Varanasi Silk Shawl
Madhu Agrawal
$29.74 Wholesale$34.99$29.74 -
Teal Mystique Saga, 100% Silk Teal Checkered and Ruffled Scarf Woven in India
Arnab Roy
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
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Modern Art, Modern Abstract Handwoven Wool Blend Shawl in Monochrome
Sajad
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49
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The Village Council
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
Joan
Sep 29, 2020
Lovely scarf for autumn
My friend loved this scarf. Made of wool, it is very soft and lightweight. There are many different colors and shades from an autumn palette, resulting in a spectacular accessory.
Susan
Jan 30, 2018
Excellent accent piece
This is a beautiful shawl. The flower print is elegant with the silk fabric very delicate. A gorgeous accent piece to a simple dress.
Gail
Sep 26, 2017
I don't want to Give it Away!
OMG, I ordered this scarf for a dear friend's birthday and it is so beautiful I want to keep it! I know others have felt this way as well. But, instead, I will give to her and find myself another lovely creation by Vinita. I'm sure I will have a lot of choices....
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Yuni Kristina Silk batik shawls and scarves
"My mother is my inspiration. She and I still design together, especially the floral and bird motifs that are typical in Pekalongan batik."
Latest Update"I'm Yuni Kristina and I was born in 1983 in Pekalongan, Central Java. As part of Pekalongan regency, Wonokerto is known as the... read more
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