Nilaya Embroidered Wool Shawl

$158.00

Our Nilaya Embroidered Wool Shawl features fine embroidery on soft and luxurious, 100% Merino Wool.

This classically beautiful shawl showcases an intricate paisley embroidery as per traditions of Northern India in exquisite sky blue on pale silvery base. The high quality and elegance of our embroidered shawls make them treasures that will last for generations.

Your purchase of this natural & 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.