Teal Sozni Hand Embroidered Pashmina Wrap

A Teal Sozni Hand Embroidered Pashmina Wrap by Pashmsutra - Sustainable, Authentic & Certified

Product Details
Composition: Pure Ladakhi Pashmina handwoven in Kashmir
Colour: Teal
Embroidery: Sozni Hand embroidery
Size: 70x200 cm (28 × 80 in approx.)
Care: Dry Clean. Iron at a low temperature. 
Occasion: Casual, Formal
Dispatch Time and Returns: Orders are dispatched within 2-3 business days. Returns are accepted within 7 days of delivery
Add Ons: FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE, Complementary Gift Box, Complementary Premium Breathable Cotton Cloth bag for Storage

Blending tradition with modern elegance, this minimalistically graceful teal Pashmina shawl is a slice of Kashmiri heritage you can wear and cherish. Hosting delicate white Sozni embroidery adorning its edges, the stole is a celebration of beauty and artistry. The silky white threads provide a hint of classic sophistication, while the rich teal foundation, woven from the finest Pashmina, produces a deep canvas of tranquility. The stole is a versatile heirloom that is ideal for evening gatherings, celebratory occasions, or a sophisticated everyday statement owing to its warm and lightweight touch, while retaining the unparalleled softness of genuine Kashmiri Pashmina. 

About the Craft
Sozni embroidery is a fine needle work, originating in Kashmir, that is characterised by delicate, detailed patterns of floral, abstract or geometric motifs. It is manually done on authentic Pashmina shawls by the most skillful artisans - men and women - using thin needles and fine threads. The process is quite a meticulous one which sometimes takes years to complete. Artisans are able to embroider an inch thick border of a pure Pashmina shawl in four months! It starts with stamping the designs onto the shawl underneath and then embroidering over the designs after carefully choosing the colour combinations. 
The art of Pashmina making involves a series of meticulous steps. It all starts in Ladakh where the down fibre of the changthangi goat is collected, cleaned, and sorted. The fibre is then hand spun by womenfolk of the valley - which is the most painstaking labour of love. To spin fibre for one Pashmina shawl, a single artisan takes atleast 2 months, with just a handful of fibre spun per day. Even this takes them 8-10 hours everyday. Spinning is followed by weaving, where men mount the delicate spun fibre onto wooden handlooms and create heavenly soft and lightweight Pashmina shawls. These are later handed over to specialists for further embellishing like dyeing, embroidery, or prints
Luxury Pashmina shawl making and Sozni embroidery are two different meticulous art forms of Kashmir and together they create heirloom shawls, cherished by patrons worldwide.

Pashmina Care
Always dry clean your pure Pashmina for the safest care. But if hand washing, use cold water and Pashmina/Cashmere shampoo. Do not wring or twist. Always squeeze the water out gently. Dry your Pashmina by placing it between two clean towels and rolling them together. Air dry, do not hang. Do not place it under direct sunlight for drying. 
Store your Pashmina at a clean, dry place. To keep it safe from moths, fold it neatly, wrap it in a muslin cloth, and store it with neem or cedar. Pashmina will last for generations if handled with care.

Before you receive your Pashmina, Please Note:
Authentic Pashmina is woven and embroidered by artisans manually. There can be irregularities in weave or embroidery showing the meticulous manual work of artisans. Note that these are not flaws but marks of authenticity that make your piece truly one of a kind
Slight variations in colour may appear due to different screen resolutions. While we strive to present images as true to life as possible, the actual shade may look slightly different on your device. We appreciate your understanding.