HOW PASHMINA IS MADE
Pashmina is the Indian/Persian name for the cashmere that comes from the highest reaches of the Himalayan Mountains -- at heights of 14,000 feet and temperatures of -30º C. This wool is collected from the soft underbelly of a native goat (Capra hircus), and is gathered every Spring.
The fibers are spun by hand on a special, native wheel called a Charkha. Because of the extreme delicacy of the fabric, each shawl is woven on handlooms with techniques that have been passed down for generations. From there, tassels are hand-twisted at the ends and the process of dying begins.
CARING FOR PASHMINA
Because pashmina wool is delicate and temperature sensitive, we recommend either dry cleaning or hand washing your shawls. We carry several variations of materials and can customize them to your preferences.
