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Leather Accessories
101 items
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Estilo atemporal, Cinturón de hombre de piel negra con hebilla de latón
Anoop Rana
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captura elegante, Correa para cámara de algodón rojo ladrillo tejida a mano reforzada con cuero
Daniela Quintero
$39.99 Wholesale$61.69$39.99 -
Ónix Versátil, Cinturón de hebilla de cuero negro 100% onyx con trenza para hombres
Anoop Rana
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
Caoba Versátil, Cinturón de cuero marrón 100% de caoba trenzado a mano para hombres
Anoop Rana
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Cuzco Patrimonio, Cinturón de Cuero con Detalles de Lana Andina
Kathiana Quispe
$61.74 Wholesale$76.83$61.74 -
Belleza práctica, Máscara de cuero artesanal y cordón para anteojos
Rebeca Zamora
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Ancestros Incas, Cinturón de cuero con detalle de lana tejido a mano
Kathiana Quispe
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caravana de llamas, Cinturón de piel y lana con motivo de llama grabado
Kathiana Quispe
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Guardabosques ganadero, Sombrero de cuero dorado para hombre
Gabriela Veronica
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Rayo de sol, Abanico de algodón mandarina y cuero hecho a mano de Ghana
Ali Mohammed
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Armenia, Llavero de cuero marrón hecho a mano con textil Marash
Ayda Santourian
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Van Armenia, Llavero de cuero marrón hecho a mano con textil Van
Ayda Santourian
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Armenia, Llavero de cuero marrón hecho a mano con textil Svaz
Ayda Santourian
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Elegancia sutil en marrón, Cinturón de cuero para hombre marrón oscuro hecho a mano
Xenia Lopez
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Clave del éxito en negro, Llaveros de cuero negro repujado a mano (par)
Chaloemphon
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Una clave oscura para el éxito, Llavero de cuero negro y marrón hecho a mano de Tailandia
Chaloemphon
$23.39 Wholesale$25.99$23.39 -
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Tambor con flecos, Llavero hecho a mano de cuero negro y cerámica azul
Anuva Baid
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Jardín Real, Cinturón de cuero para hombre con motivo de hojas
Vikram Uberoi
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Gatitos Encantadores, Dos llaves de gato de cuero marrón y verde azulado con cadenas de latón
Jitpanu & Sukrita
$25.19 Wholesale$27.99$25.19 -
Troncos nocturnos, Juego de dos llaveros de cuero con temática de elefante en tonos oscuros
Jitpanu & Sukrita
$24.17 Wholesale$25.99$24.17 -
Abogado en marrón cálido, Cinturón de hombre reversible hecho a mano artesanalmente
Xenia Lopez
$107.99 Wholesale$107.99 -
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La clave del éxito de Brown, Llaveros de cuero marrón trabajado a mano (par)
Chaloemphon
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Escudo de tierra, Corbata Bolo Artesanal de Cuero Marrón con Ojo de Tigre
Chaloemphon
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Outback Ranger en negro, Sombrero de hombre de cuero negro de México
Gabriela Veronica
$134.99 Wholesale$134.99 -
ronda hipnotizar, Abanico redondo estampado de algodón y piel de Ghana
Anna Yawson
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
Verificar por distintos modos, Cinturón de cuero para hombre con herramientas
Vikram Uberoi
$49.99 Wholesale$49.99 -
medallon de la tierra, Corbata de cuero marron hecha a mano con ojo de tigre
Chaloemphon
$46.49 Wholesale$46.49 -
Carril sombrío, Sombrero de rafia tejido para el sol de África Occidental
Francis Agbete
$157.99 Wholesale$157.99 -
Look clásico en rosa, Sombrero de cuero rosa hecho a mano con cinta de poliéster
Gabriela Veronica
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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
Yevgeniy
Nov 7, 2020
Exactly as shown
Excellent quality, rich ornament, beautiful gift for a man. I keep wearing these for a number of years, and they are like new.
Unique Belt
This is a great belt and very unique with the inca style fabric. Everyone that sees it compliments me on the belt. I think this was a really fine purchase as it is very vibrant and well made.
Fabulous!!!! Great hat!
This leather hat is incredibly well-made, fits perfectly (love that I had a choice of sizes!), and looks fantastic! It keeps my head covered stylishly while I sit at countless outdoor events watching my grandchildren...sun off my face, wind not freezing my head. I want another one in blue, please!
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Anoop Rana Joyas y accesorios de cuero hechos a mano
"Trabajo con mi familia: mi madre, padre, hermano, hermana y un amigo".
"Soy Anoop Singh Rana, nací en diciembre de 1974. Soy amable y compasivo por naturaleza y soy una persona creativa. Soy muy trabajador y sueño... read more
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