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190 items
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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 -
Berry Blossoms, Spring-Themed Hand-Block Printed Cotton Shawl in a Pink Hue
Dinesh Singh
$32.95 Wholesale$32.95 -
Cool Thai Blues, 3 Thai Handmade White & Navy Blue Cotton Face Masks
Jamriang
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Cerulean Flowers, Screen Printed Modal Floral Scarf from India
Arnab Roy
$22.09 Wholesale$25.99$22.09 -
Bright Beauty, 1 Red-1 Green-1 Sepia-2-Layer Contoured Cotton Masks
Desak Nyoman Parwati
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Claret Steps, Silk Shawl with Claret Geometric Motifs from India
Sajad
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Dreams at Midnight, 3 Single Layer Black Cotton Print Elastic Loop Face Masks
Novica Collection
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Fresh Checks, Coordinated Face Mask and Hair Accessory Set (3 Pieces)
Radhika
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Ocean Vibe, 3 Single Layer Cotton Nautical Print Elastic Loop Face Masks
Novica Collection
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Batik Magic, Set of 3 Double Layer Rayon Batik Elastic Loop Face Masks
Galuh Kenanga
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Deep Green Dreams, Block-Printed Green and White Viscose Shawl
Vijay Singh
$25.49 Wholesale$29.99$25.49 -
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Contrasting Paisley, Block-Printed Paisley-Motif Cotton Shawl
Vijay Singh
$25.49 Wholesale$29.99$25.49 -
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Kawung Plains in Iris, Hand Dyed Kawung Batik Silk Shawl With Floral Pattern
Yuni Kristina
$47.99 Wholesale$59.99$47.99 -
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Garden Glory, Handwoven Screen Printed Floral Paisley Themed Wool Shawl
Sajad
$46.74 Wholesale$54.99$46.74 -
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Blissful Fusion in Strawberry, Strawberry and Caramel Viscose Shawl Crafted in India
Danish Ansari
$20.39 Wholesale$23.99$20.39 -
Purple Delight, Hand-Spun Woven and Dyed Fringed Silk Batik Scarf in Purple
Vinita
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
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Pretty Prints and Paisley, 3 Contoured Blue & Grey Print Double Cotton Masks
Ully
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Modern Art, Modern Abstract Handwoven Wool Blend Shawl in Monochrome
Sajad
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
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Nocturnal Garden, Batik Floral and Leaf-Themed Silk Fan with Pinewood Handle
Melati's Collection
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Perfect in Paisley, Hand Made Paisley Cotton Face Masks from Java (Set of 3)
Ully
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Love Goodly, Exclusive Printed Face Mask with Love Goodly Logo
Love Goodly Collection
$8.46 Wholesale$9.95$8.46 -
Buoyant Blossom, Indian Block-Printed Cotton Shawl
Rajnandinee and Srabonti
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Linen Constellation, Geometric-Patterned 100% Cotton Scarf with Black Piping
Krishna and Sharda
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
On the Island, 2 Extra Wide Double Layer Rayon Batik Face Masks
Galuh Kenanga
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Batik Inspiration, Set of 3 Single Layer Cotton Print Elastic Loop Face Masks
Novica Collection
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Ceplok Temple Fuchsia, Pink Hand Dyed Batik Silk Shawl with Ceplok Motif from Java
Yuni Kristina
$51.99 Wholesale$64.99$51.99 -
Ash Elegance, Handloomed Cotton Blend Ash Shawl with Printed Leafy Details
Isha Jain
$29.74 Wholesale$34.99$29.74 -
Lengko Scarlet, Hand Crafted Red Batik Silk Shawl and Gift Box
Melati's Collection
$135.99 Wholesale$159.99$135.99 -
Batik Sparkle, Artisan Crafted Beaded Batik Face Masks (Set of 3)
Wahyu Sulistiani
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Lengko Scarlet, Scarlet Print Silk Batik Hand Fan from Bali
Melati's Collection
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
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Creative Style, Bohemian Printed Hand-Stitched Bordered Fringed Wool Shawl
Arnab Roy
$59.49 Wholesale$69.99$59.49 -
Contemporary Blue, Blue and Ivory Wool Shawl with Printed Abstract Patterns
Arnab Roy
$50.99 Wholesale$59.99$50.99 -
Banana Leaves, 3 Banana Leaf Print Adjustable-Ear Loop Cotton Face Masks
Russamee Thepphanakit
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Creative Combination, Fringed Wool Shawl with Screen-Printed and Stitching Accents
Arnab Roy
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Floral Mystique, Floral Patched Wool Shawl with Tassels Woven in India
Arnab Roy
$38.24 Wholesale$44.99$38.24 -
Singing Bird, Woven Fringed Wool Shawl with Floral Leaf and Bird Motifs
Arnab Roy
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Purple Beach Pebbles, Balinese Hand Stamped Purple and Black Rayon Batik Shawl
Saktut Raitawati
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Indigo Bubbles, Moon Motif Block-Printed Cotton Shawl from India
Aftab
$29.74 Wholesale$34.99$29.74 -
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Creative Essence, Block-Printed Green White Black Cotton Shawl with Tassels
Rajnandinee and Srabonti
$46.74 Wholesale$54.99$46.74 -
Aster Orange, Handmade Silk Batik Scarf in Orange and Black
Melati's Collection
$76.49 Wholesale$89.99$76.49 -
Floral Blast, Wool Shawl with Screen-Printed Floral Motifs and Tassels
Arnab Roy
$50.99 Wholesale$59.99$50.99 -
Banji Black, Batik Silk Hand Fan Hand Crafted in Bali
Melati's Collection
$25.49 Wholesale$29.99$25.49 -
Floral Elegance, Floral Cotton Scarf with Colorful Batik Pattern from India
Hayat Gutti
$25.49 Wholesale$29.99$25.49 -
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Radiant Garden, Green and Orange Cotton Floral Scarf Handmade in Thailand
Jamriang
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
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Birds of Paradise, Hand-Stamped Silk Scarf from India
Dewa De Wardana
$76.49 Wholesale$89.99$76.49 -
Olive Fusion, Floral and Stitched Wool Shawl Woven in India
Arnab Roy
$38.24 Wholesale$44.99$38.24 -
Floral Magic, Floral Patched Wool Shawl with Tassels Woven in India
Arnab Roy
$38.24 Wholesale$44.99$38.24 -
Elite Peach, Floral Striped Peach Wool and Silk Shawl from India
Arnab Roy
$32.29 Wholesale$37.99$32.29 -
Paisley Blessing, Colorful Cotton Shawl with Printed Paisley Motifs
Arnab Roy
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Floral Taupe, Printed Floral Wool Shawl in Taupe from India
Arnab Roy
$40.79 Wholesale$47.99$40.79 -
Magenta Blossoms, Woven Fringed Wool Shawl with Floral and Stitching Accents
Arnab Roy
$46.74 Wholesale$54.99$46.74 -
Geometric Glory, Geometric-Themed Handwoven Silk Shawl in Green Ivory Black
Rajnandinee and Srabonti
$67.99 Wholesale$79.99$67.99 -
Island Allure, Set of 3 Double Layer Rayon Batik Elastic Loop Face Masks
Galuh Kenanga
$11.04 Wholesale$12.99$11.04 -
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Happy Spirit, 3 Handmade Floral & Gingham Cotton Masks with Filter Pockets
Russamee Thepphanakit
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Forest Green, Hand Block-Printed Green White Cotton Shawl from India
Rajnandinee and Srabonti
$32.29 Wholesale$37.99$32.29 -
Spring Joy, Floral Printed Red and Yellow Wool and Silk Blend Shawl
Saqib Khan
$89.24 Wholesale$104.99$89.24 -
Turquoise Queen, Handwoven Printed Cotton Scarf in Yellow and Turquoise Hues
Veronica Ama Darku
$55.24 Wholesale$64.99$55.24 -
Blooms in The Sky, Woven Blue Wool Shawl with Floral Motif & Stitching Accents
Arnab Roy
$42.49 Wholesale$49.99$42.49 -
Burgundy Bliss, Cotton Scarf with Burgundy Block Print Motifs from India
Rajnandinee and Srabonti
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99 -
Smile, Dream, Patience, Natural Dyes All Cotton Batik Face Masks (Set of 3)
Tiwi
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Island Vibe, 3 Single Layer Blue Cotton Print Elastic Loop Face Masks
Novica Collection
$8.49 Wholesale$9.99$8.49 -
Spring Utopia, Floral Printed Multicolor Wool and Silk Blend Shawl
Saqib Khan
$89.24 Wholesale$104.99$89.24 -
Spring Vitality, Floral Printed Green and Red Wool and Silk Blend Shawl
Saqib Khan
$89.24 Wholesale$104.99$89.24 -
Indigo Echoes, Geometric-Themed Blue White Hand Block-Printed Cotton Shawl
Rajnandinee and Srabonti
$32.29 Wholesale$37.99$32.29 -
Bouquet Bliss, Floral Block-Printed Cotton Wrap Scarf from India
Rajnandinee and Srabonti
$33.99 Wholesale$39.99$33.99
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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
Dr. Alex
Jul 10, 2024
Amazing craftmanship
I am a loyal Novica customer for a decade and purchased repeatedly item from Melati's collection (batik scarft & fans); they are amazing, affordable & my family & friends loved these gifts.
Excellent masks
These are excellent quality masks. They wear comfortably and wash well, and the adjustable fit is enough for even my bearded partner to wear. The filter pocket is also great for loading with a surgical mask with the loops trimmed down.
Shalisha
Dec 1, 2020
Beautiful pieces
This year is a little different and masks were an appropriate gift. The colors are vibrant and the pieces are very well made.
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Arnab Roy Shawls and fashion accessories
"In my workshop, we create a varied range of apparel and accessories made from silk, cotton, wool, linen and viscose… for fashion conscious girls and women."
"I'm from Kolkata, India's City of Joy. I was born on a very special day, December 25, 1972, in a middle class Bengali family. Friends describe... read more
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