Jahnvi Embroidered Wool Shawl
Jahnvi Embroidered Wool Shawl
A meditation shawl in the tradition of the Indian ashram — made for practice, not fashion.
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Our Jahnvi Embroidered Wool Shawl features fine embroidery on a soft blend of 80% wool and 20% viscose.
This classically beautiful shawl showcases the intricate embroidery traditions of Northern India in rich autumnal tones on a black base. The high quality and elegance of our embroidered shawls make them treasures that will last for generations.
Your purchase of this fair trade item supports the artisans who make these beautiful shawls.
Size: 28 X 78
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
- Use luke warm water (86 F / 30 C) in a bucket
- dissolve a small amount of mild detergent for wool or shampoo in it
- Submerge the shawl in it and move it gently move it around a bit
- Run cold water over it to rinse out the soap suds
- DO NOT use fabric softener
- Apply gentle pressure to remove extra water. DO NOT twist or wring out the fabric
- 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.
- Avoid direct sunlight.
- When it is partially dry, it can be hung on a clothesline (avoiding direct sunlight) to fully dry out without stretching out the fibers.
- Once it is completely dry, it can be steamed our ironed with medium heat.
Benefits
Benefits
- Provides warmth through long morning or evening meditation sessions
- Keeps body temperature steady as metabolism naturally slows in deep practice
- Large enough to drape fully over the shoulders
- Woven from pure natural fiber — no synthetic blends
Materials
Materials
- Pure wool or silk — see this piece's description for its specific material
- Handwoven in India by traditional artisans
- No chemical dyes or synthetic fibers
Traditional Context
Traditional Context
The meditation shawl is among the most traditional items in a practitioner's kit. In the monasteries and ashrams of India, it marks the transition into inner practice. Many devotees keep a dedicated shawl for meditation only — never worn casually — so that over the years it becomes associated with the stillness of deep practice. Its weight and warmth become, in themselves, a signal to the mind.
Unlike any other piece of clothing, the meditation shawl grows more valuable with time — not in the marketplace, but in the life of the practitioner. It absorbs the vibration of thousands of sittings, and when passed to a child or a fellow devotee, it carries something of that history with it.
FAQ
FAQ
What is the difference between the wool and silk shawls?
Wool shawls are warmer and better suited for cold climates or early morning practice. Silk shawls are lighter and breathe more easily — suited for warmer environments or those who run warm during practice. Each product page states which material that shawl is made from.
How do I care for the shawl?
Hand wash gently in cold water with a mild soap, or dry clean. Lay flat to dry. Do not wring or machine wash.
Can I wear it outside of meditation?
Many do. However, some practitioners prefer to keep one shawl exclusively for meditation — over time this dedicated use gives the shawl its own quality.
Will it pill or shed?
Pure wool shawls may have minimal pilling with heavy use. This is a natural characteristic of the fiber and does not affect the shawl's warmth or function.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Free shipping on orders over $75. Ships worldwide. 30-day return policy for unused items in original packaging.
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