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Send to a friendHand Woven Black Ikat Scarf, "Bright Silhouettes"
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Since learning to weave at the tender age of 8, Elena Ixtamer in Guatemala has worked to preserve her family and cultural legacy in weaving. This beautiful rayon ikat scarf is woven on a traditional backstrap loom in assorted bright colors on a black background. Ikat is a weaving technique that employs resist dyeing the yarns before weaving the fabric. Braided fringe trims both ends of the scarf.
- 0.32 kgs
- 0.7 lbs
- 187.96 cm L x 25.4 cm W
- 74" L x 10" W
- Fringe: 7.62 cm L
- Fringe: 3" L
- 100% rayon
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Machine wash separately in cold water
- Tumble dry on low heat
- Made in Guatemala.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemala
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Frances
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01/29/2022
"Beautiful scarf!"
Vibrant colors and excellent craftsmanship
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Bright Silhouettes, Hand Woven Black Ikat Scarf
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Nicole
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09/17/2023
"Gift for a friend"
Beautiful scarf! Beautiful colors!
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Fresh Lagoon, Hand Loomed Blue and Green Cotton Scarf
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Paul
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04/05/2023
"Greatly loved Bday gift"
Beautiful example of artisanship. Was greatly appreciated by the recipientElena Ixtamer should be very proud of her creation.
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Beverly
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04/04/2023
"Beautiful!"
Its as pretty as the picture. Colors are vibrant - I love it!
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Shelley
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04/02/2023
"Beautiful poncho"
I get so many compliments when I wear this lovely, bright-colored poncho.
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San Juan Fiesta, Multicolored Cotton Poncho from Guatemala
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Dr Karen
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03/26/2023
"Fabuous Colors"
This shawl is so bright, vibrant, and inspiring of joy. It goes with many colors and is a great shawl to carry on a trip. You can make your whole outfit look extra special with this scarf. My husband took some great photos of me while wearing the scarf on vacation. Great for those days when you need something to take away a mild chill in the air and its not necessary to have a heavy wool. Love this scarf. Thank you Elena.
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