The art of handweaving in Bengal is ancient. In some villages you can hear the flying shuttles of handlooms as you pass each and every dwelling on a village street. Maiwa works in collaboration with artisans to encourage longevity of skills. We commission pieces, such as jamdani and...
Handwoven, Hand-tied, Stitch-Resist Shibori Shawls Beautifully handwoven, the wild tussar silk weft creates a slight sheen, while the cotton warp offers full body and durability. These shawls are patterned through a hand-tied stitch-resist technique known as shibori and dyed in natural indigo, pomegranate or both. Some are first dyed...
100% COTTON CURTAINS It’s the perfect time of year for these airy, light-weight curtains as they let the warm light stream in while still offering a subtle opacity. The body of these curtains is very similar to our blank scarves and shawls — which means that they are ideal for blockprinting, shibori,...
Exquisitely Handwoven Shawlsfrom the WomenWeave Co-operative. Creating some of the most contemporary hand-weaving in India today. WomenWeave have re-invented the shawl, through manipulating the architecture of the cloth itself and working with combinations of different fibre types. Woven from beautiful soft handspun, silks, wool, and blends, these naturally...
These Jutis are handmade in Jodhpur, a city known for the intricate detail of its designs and the skill of its artisans. Soft leather is the canvas for exquisite Ari embroidery, the fine needlework technique which adorns the uppers. A plush, padded leather insole completes the shoe. The...
