Our handmade pieces are carefully selected by us in the workshops of the Kashmir Valley in India. Since ancient times, the skilled hands of artisans have carefully woven the finest fibers to create silk, wool and cashmere scarves with intricate designs and delicate details.
Our scarves are the result of a variety of artisan techniques, including hand-woven, hand-embroidered, hand-dyed, and hand-printed. Each technique requires specialized skill and in-depth knowledge of the materials used. Natural dyes and organic materials are often used to produce vibrant, long-lasting colors.
The process of making a scarf by hand can take days or even weeks, depending on the design and the complexity of the technique used. Despite its beauty and cultural value, India's handmade scarf industry faces a number of challenges in the face of mass production and cheaper synthetic materials. However, many artisans and organizations work to preserve and promote Indian craftsmanship over time. There are three materials that we have selected for you:
Kashmiri scarves, famous for their soft goat's wool, are collected in the hilly regions of Kashmir in northern India. These are handwoven by highly skilled artisans using traditional techniques that have been perfected over centuries. We invite you to look at our selection of diverse pieces in colors, designs and hand-woven techniques.
Indian silk is renowned for its quality, softness and shine. The meticulous work of the artisans recreates typical designs such as paisley as well as more modern works. Silk is a lightweight and temperature regulating material, ideal for wearing both indoors and outdoors.
Sheep wool is a widely used product in India due to its high availability. Wool scarves are valued for their warmth, softness, and durability. Our wool offer reflects the diversity in the work done by hand since they are woven, painted or embroidered by hand in multiple designs.
The process of making a scarf by hand in India is meticulous work that takes time. Weaving and embroidery techniques are laborious and require a high level of skill.
Despite the beauty and quality of handmade scarves, the sector faces challenges such as mass production with cheaper synthetic materials, a lack of government support, and a shortage of young artisans to carry on the tradition. That is why Aishiteru supports these artisans by promoting their art and encourages its customers to make responsible purchases that positively impact the local economy.