Scarves and wraps are a versatile and distinctive wardrobe accessory. Handmade scarves are unique artistic accessories that can enhance any outfit. These scarves come in a variety of fabrics and designs ranging from simple cotton weaves to elaborately textured weaves in silk and in combinations of silk and other yarns such as cotton and wool. Hand-woven scarves made with organic yarns are very durable and retain their natural beauty and luster for many years.
Scarves come in a wide variety of designs, fabrics, and textures and are quickly becoming a standard accessory for both men and women. Of all the fabrics, silk is the most popular one for scarves and wraps, as it has an elegant look and silk yarn absorbs color well, lending itself to both vibrant and subtle hues.
In India, hand-woven silk scarves are made by weavers who traditionally made saris and other textiles for use in their local markets. These weavers are highly skilled in the handloom craft and the knowledge is passed down from generation to generation. The diverse range of the weaving styles can be incorporated into a wide variety of scarf designs, ranging from classic ikat, bomkai, and jacquard weaves to more contemporary weaves with texture and ruffles.
Ikat is a very ancient weaving technique that involves tie-dying the yarn in intricate patterns before the yarn is set on the loom. Double ikat is when both the warp and weft yarns have tie-dyed patterns, and one double ikat sari can take several years to make. In India, as the local markets are increasingly flooded with machine-woven saris and textiles, the handloom industry has struggled to survive. Weavers find it difficult to earn a livelihood from their craft, and as a result, the handlooms are being replaced by power looms in many villages throughout India. This has a devastating effect on the local economy as well as on the cultural heritage of India, which is truly a treasure for the world.
In order to preserve these incredible weaving traditions, consumers need to be educated about the difficulties that these weaving communities face so that we can make informed decisions about how we spend our money. Products that are handmade by artisans need to be more available to the general public, so we can appreciate the great artistic traditions that create these items. If we understand what is at stake if these traditions are lost, we will naturally choose to purchase items that have more value and inherent beauty. When we purchase handmade items, we show our value for the care and knowledge that has gone into creating the item, and we become more conscious consumers.
Hand-woven scarves are a great example of a handmade product that represents and upholds an ancient artistic tradition. They are elegant adornments that add beauty to any wardrobe and fuse classic art with contemporary style. As more people are becoming aware of the value in wearing and using handmade products, such items are readily available through the internet and in retail stores. Hand-woven silk
and cotton scarves for women are increasingly finding their way into mainstream markets, especially through fair trade stores, museum gift shops and boutiques.
The author of this article is associated with Sevya, a leading retail and wholesale company which specializes in bringing India's handmade products to the global market. Sevya's collection of scarves wholesale are found in hundreds of stores throughout the U.S.
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