Our Manas Merino Wool Meditation Shawl is available in two colors. This is the perfect wool shawl for meditators. We have named this shawl Manas, after the sacred Lake in the Himalayas dear to Lord Shiva, the King of Yogis.
Searching far and wide, we found the shawl that "checks the box" for every requirement and wish that yogis and meditators look for:
☑️ All natural, 100% Merino wool (not scratchy)
☑️ Medium size (28"x78") for ease of taking it to group meditations
☑️ Light yet warm
☑️ Simple, earthy colors
☑️ Natural dyes
☑️ Handwoven in India and certified Fair Trade.
More Specifications:
- This shawl is made from 100% pure Merino wool that gives it a soft and smooth texture.
- It comes in Fawn Brown and deep navy blue. Both colors emanate peace and grounding serenity.
- This Fair-Trade product is made in India and your purchase of it goes a long way to help support the wonderful artisans that make these items and keep India's textile weaving traditions alive.
Care & Maintenance of Wool
With proper care any pure wool textile can last for years. But washing and cleaning wool by hand is an elaborate process. Please feel free to dry clean this gorgeous piece of textile if you prefer that.
Wool washing guide
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Use luke warm water (86 F / 30 C) in a bucket
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dissolve a small amount of mild detergent for wool or shampoo in it
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Submerge the shawl in it and move it gently move it around a bit
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Run cold water over it to rinse out the soap suds
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DO NOT use fabric softener
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Apply gentle pressure to remove extra water. DO NOT twist or wring out the fabric
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It is best to lay it flat to dry. Otherwise fold it once or twice and lay it on a clothing rack so it can dry from both sides.
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Avoid direct sunlight.
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When it is partially dry, it can be hung on a clothesline (avoiding direct sunlight) to fully dry out without stretching out the fibers.
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Once it is completely dry, it can be steamed our ironed with medium heat.
