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Weaving Techniques

Shawl weaving is an age-old craft where skilled artisans interlace fine threads with precision and care. Using traditional looms and time-honored methods, each creation reflects heritage, artistry, and meticulous craftsmanship passed down through generations.

Hand-Loom

One of the oldest and most cherished techniques for making Kashmiri shawls is the hand-loom method. This method involves placing the warp (lengthwise threads) on a conventional wooden loom and carefully hand-weaving the weft (crosswise threads). The shuttle is expertly moved back and forth by the craftsman to guarantee that the threads are equally and neatly matched. Each shawl’s unparalleled grace, robustness, and classic beauty are a result of this technique, which also highlights intricate patterns and a naturally warm, soft texture.

How identify the real handloom shawl ?

Uneven Weave

A genuine handloom shawl has slight weave irregularities from manual crafting, unlike machine-made shawls with perfectly uniform patterns.

Check Texture

True handloom shawls show slight texture, thickness variations from weaving, giving them unique character, unlike overly consistent machine-made ones.

Craftsmanship Marks

Look for traditional weaving patterns, motifs, or GI tags on heritage products like Kashmiri Pashmina, which certify authenticity.

Weave Patterns

Handloom weaving brings to life timeless patterns that define the beauty of shawls. The plain weave offers simplicity and durability with its balanced crisscross of threads. The twill weave creates diagonal lines, lending softness and elegant drape. The diamond weave, intricate and textured, forms geometric motifs that add depth and sophistication. Together, these traditional patterns showcase the versatility, artistry, and refinement that make handcrafted shawls truly exceptional.

Plain

Twill

Diamond

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