NOVICA Artisan Handmade Cotton Shawl Handloomed with Blue Grey Pattern Accessories Patternedstriped India Modern Woven 'Sea Passages'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: Lines of navy, blue and grey hues go all over this charming creation, directly from the luxurious lands of India. Sandeep Malhotra's newest shawl is made by talented artisans who work with cotton and traditional techniques to create the gorgeous accents that make this accessory unique. As a touch of elegance, the shawl finishes with little fringes that dangle gracefully at the ends. Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly|Machine washableAbout our Artist: Hello. My name is Sandeep but friends and family call me Prince. I really don't know how I got this name, and I never bothered to ask, because I enjoy it.I was born and brought up in Delhi, where I completed all my schooling, then earned a degree at Delhi University. While in school, I was the 'head ,' so that was really cool. I had lots of fun, but I also had to take on many responsibilities.My family has worked with textiles since 1968. In 1991, while I was still studying, I began to get involved in my family's endeavors. After graduating, I partnered with my family in our workshop. My father looks after the yarn spinning, and I handle the making of the textiles.We design and create shawls, throws, stoles, cushion covers, table mats, curtains, and more. Some 30 artisans collaborate with us now.It is a great opportunity for us to be associated with you. I hope that through this partnership, our family textile business will reach new heights.The original jamawar textiles were made by hand. All the motifs were painstakingly done using needle and thread, and it took years to complete one shawl. Due to the intricacy and time it took to make, it was expensive and only the rich and royals could afford it. In Southeast Asia, it was considered a mark of royalty. It was not until

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• Quality craftsmanship: Novica works with artisan Sandeep Malhotra to craft this item
• Exceptional quality: Crafted with care to be treasured as a keepsake for many years to come
• Product details: Cotton