Two Tone Gauze Linen Scarf, Handwoven in Ethiopia
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White stripes break across airy linen, giving this two-tone scarf a measured rhythm and a lightness suited to loose, unhurried draping. Fine eyelash fringe moves at the edges, keeping the striped fabric relaxed against a simple cotton shirt. Handwoven in Ethiopia from 100% linen, this 79 × 17 inch unisex scarf offers length for a loose drape or a comfortable neck loop. Machine wash in cold water, hang dry and iron as needed, without using bleach. Sabahar carries Ethiopia's long handloom tradition into contemporary textiles such as this airy striped linen. Choose the comfort of its drape for your next journey or evening out.
- Material: 100% Linen
- Construction: Handwoven gauze; eyelash fringe
- Pattern: Two tone with white stripes
- Color: Blush; Flax; Aqua; French Gray
- Dimensions: L 79" x W 17"
- Country of Origin: Ethiopia
- Design: Unisex scarf
- Care: Machine wash in cold water, hang dry and iron. Do not bleach.
Artisan Profile
Sabahar strives to create respectful, ethical, and sustainable work opportunities for artisans in Ethiopia and showcase the talents of their weavers to the world. Inspired by the ancient weaving traditions of Ethiopia, they create exquisite textiles using natural fibers. The beauty of handspun thread is a rare commodity in our quickly changing world of mechanized textile factories.
From the spinning of the thread to the weaving of the fabric, the process is done entirely by hand. The skill of hand spinning is passed down from mother to daughter and most rural women spin at their homes for extra income. Honoring this tradition, Sabahar purchases hand-spun cotton thread from a network of women throughout Addis Ababa. As most spinning is done during free time, it is a way to support women with supplemental income.
Hand weaving has been a way of life for centuries in Ethiopia. Even today, almost all of the traditional Ethiopian clothing is made on hand looms. The art of weaving is passed down from father to son, thus almost all weavers in Ethiopia are men. The techniques have not changed much for centuries, but the patterns, colors and, designs have become increasingly sophisticated. A weaver can produce one to three scarves in a day depending on the level of detail of the design.
Material: 100% Linen
Measurements: L 79" x W 17"
Handmade with love in Ethiopia
Care: Machine wash in cold water, hang dry and iron. Do not bleach.
As with all handwoven textiles, there are slight variations making each piece a work of art and truly one-of-a-kind.
- Giving Back: A percentage of our sales is donated to the Nature Conservancy.
