Fair Trade & Artisan-Made — crafted by a women’s handicraft cooperative supporting over 600 members

Hand Block Printed Cotton — lightweight, breathable cotton printed by hand using traditional techniques

Plant-Based, Vegetable Dyes — naturally derived colors lend depth and softness to each piece

Ambi (Paisley) Appliqué — hand-appliquéd motifs celebrate a cultural symbol of joy and abundance

Thoughtful Surface Detail — appliqué adds texture and visual interest without heaviness

Comfortable & Versatile — easy to wear daily or layer seasonally

Easy to Gift — a meaningful choice for Mother’s Day, birthdays, holidays, and just-because moments

Purpose-Driven Craft — supports women’s financial independence in a drought-prone region of Western India

MATERIAL & CARE

Material: 100% cotton

Size: 72" × 15"

Base Fabric: Hand block printed cotton

Motif Detail: Hand appliqué using azo-free dyed fabric

Care: Machine wash cold, delicate cycle; tumble dry low

These cotton scarves bring together the beauty of hand block printing and the expressive charm of appliqué. Each piece begins with a richly patterned, block printed base and is finished with hand-appliquéd Ambi (paisley) motifs placed along the borders.

While colors and motif placement may vary slightly, every scarf in this collection shares the same foundation of plant-dyed prints and careful handwork—resulting in a group that feels cohesive yet individually distinctive.

Origin: Handmade in India

This collection is created by a women-led handicraft enterprise in Western India, located in a drought-prone region where textile work provides vital livelihood opportunities. As member-owners of the cooperative, women gain pathways to both financial stability and social independence.

The process begins with hand block printing, where artisans carve wooden blocks and print cotton fabric by hand using plant-based, vegetable dyes. Once the printed fabric is fully dried, Ambi (paisley) motifs—a traditional symbol of celebration and prosperity in North and West India—are carefully hand-appliquéd onto the scarf.

Artisans use tanka embroidery, a simple straight-stitch technique, to secure and accentuate the appliqué. By varying stitch length and placement, they add subtle texture and rhythm to the design.