Pashmina shawl, 'Sparkling White Paisley'
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Apparel Details
Brand: NOVICAProduct features:
- Handmade by Syed Izaz Hussein
- Ships from Bali within 15 days
- Dry clean only
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Description of Pashmina shawl, 'Sparkling White Paisley'
NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Deep, rich brown forms a dazzling paisley on a soft white pashmina wool blend. Created with aari embroidery, which resembles a chain stitch, the intricate motifs are made by hand. Sequins and beadwork add sparkle to Syed Izaz Hussein's beautiful handloomed shawl. Artisan Info: "I was born in August, 1967, in the Kashmir valley, where the tradition of carpet weaving and chain stitching is as old as the land itself. Hailing from a family of Srinagar, I learned the art in my childhood, but it is for the last 12 years or so that I started off as an independent entrepreneur. "For chain stitching of carpets we use a hassle cotton base, sketch out the design or impress it with a wooden die prepared by our master designer. Then, four artisans begin chain-stitching with pure wool from four sides giving rise to a well-prepared structure. It takes around 8-10 days to make a rug, and together with our master craftsman in Srinagar, I do most of the designs. "The demand for chain-stitched rugs has increased, however, most people have been mistakenly led to believe that such sophisticated products are woven on a machine and they are thus hesitant to purchase. "I have not only taught this art to many people but also helped them in developing their own self-sufficient units. I have participated in several fairs in India and abroad - Singapore, for example - having received an award. "I would certainly want this art to continue in our family, and my immediate business plans are to give a worldwide exposure to our rugs. In this direction, our association with Novica will prove very fruitful. I believe our products will gain good acceptance amidst the valued customers of Novica." Syed Izaz Hussein also demonstrates superior skill in the realm of papier maché, and his workshop offerWomen
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