An ancient and classic design.
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Crafted from motifs found on monastery wall hangings.
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Interprets the beauty of a raw rice flower.
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A timeless work of art.
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Lovingly crafted by our artisan weavers, each Rice Flower scarf is an artistic achievement both ancient and new.
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Handcrafted. 100% silk. 24in. x 78in.
A joyful woman who loves to weave for fun!
- Read more about Thuy's life here: Fair Trade Artisan Thuy
- Note that multiple artisans work on this design. We rotate highlighted artisans so that everyone is recognized, and for now, we have chosen to honor Thuy.
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The Rice Flower Fair Trade Shawl is inspired by rice flower motifs seen throughout rural Laos.
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A sacred symbol in Laos, rice flowers are symbolic of fertility and good luck.
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Most villagers are subsistence rice farmers, fully dependent on the twice-yearly rice harvest.
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Each piece takes nearly two weeks to hand-weave.
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Natural Dye: River mud and green tree bark
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