Handwovens For Sale
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Currently being updated. 8/23/2020 | |
Towels:Half linen. 50% cotton/50% linen. This is lovely fabric - mercerized cotton warp and single linen weft. Blends the best qualities of both fibers into a durable, absorbant fabric. Large towels are 20" x 28" with matching handwoven hanger. These towels also make lovely table runners. With proper care, this fabric will retain its beauty for many years. |
Care: Machine wash, warm or hot. No bleach. Front loading washers are kinder to the fabric. Line dry - linen does NOT belong in a tumble dryer. Even once in the dryer makes changes to the smooth, crisp feel of the linen that cannot be undone. Steam press. |
Traditional Scandinavian pattern in natural linen on white cotton - $35 each to purchase use our Order Inquiry . |
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Goose eye twill for a traditional look in bold colors - $35 each. . |
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Damask: Original designs in cotton/linen. Damask the old fashioned way - using a shaft drawloom to produce unique patterning with a smooth surface. Mercerized cotton warp with fine Swedish linen weft. Woven at 60 epi. Size varies. Rectangular runners - $75 Square runners - $50 |
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Felted BagsFashioned from Icelandic Wool (batts purchased in Reykjavik), yarn is handspun, bag is knitted freeform and felted first by hand to give it the correct shape and then again in the wash machine to make it firmer. Each bag is lined with either button or magnetic closure. Leather strap or handle. Trimmed with handwoven patterned wool bands with traditional Baltic designs. $85 each |
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Rugs: Original wool rugs. Seine twine (cabled pre-stretched 100% cotton) warp for maximum strength. Handspun wool weft. Natural shades augmented with hand dyed yarn done with natural dyes. Braided or decoratively knotted fringes. Size varies. To order use our Order Iniquiry. |
Care: May be vacuumed, but NOT with rotating brush. Beating or shaking alsos recommended. Wash cool or warm by hand in large tub. Soak, rinse well and line dry. |