Matka Silk Handwoven Shawls – rustic charm, artisanal craftsmanship, and eco-friendly luxury. Each shawl is handwoven with love and dedication by skilled artisans.
Spun from cruelty free Bomby more silk cocoons, these shawls make a versatile addition to your wardrobe for all occasions.
 
With every thread carefully handwoven, our Matka Silk Shawls showcase the artistry and creativity of traditional weaving communities. The intricate patterns and motifs are a tribute to the rich cultural heritage that weaves together stories of craftsmanship and heritage.
 
Wrap yourself in these lightweight shawls, cool in the summer, and warm in winter. Whether you're attending a formal event or enjoying a casual outing, these shawls effortlessly elevate your style, adding a touch of elegance to any outfit.
Our brand's heart is committed to sustainability and ethical practices. By choosing our Matka Silk Handwoven Shawls, you support fair trade principles and contribute to the livelihoods of skilled artisans, helping preserve their centuries-old craft and sericulture.
 
Tech Specs:
XL size; 70-200cm (27-78 inch)
XXL size: 90-250 cm (35.4-98.4 inch)
Material: single ply matka silk
Machine spun warp,  handspun weft.
Hand-tied fringes on the ends. 
Rearing: organic, non-violent
Quality: organic, Ahimsa
 
The weft yarns are spun on a spindle, giving the silk its rustic look and texture..
Matka silk has a creamy color of unbleached wild silk. Looks a bit like linen but much much softer.  Wild silk like this has a lot of sericin on the fiber, making it take color like nothing else and making it look very saturated in hue. Very pleasant hand, supple and soft.
 
Matka silk is spun from the leftover fibers of hatched cocoons of the Bombyx Mori silkworm. Originally plied together and wound on a mud pot called Matka, which is how this silk got its name.
 
This silk is woven exclusively for DekelDyes by a weaver cooperative in India, pre-washed, and usually free of sizing, there should be no need to scour this before use. We give it a light wash and make sure we wet out the fabric in cold water before we start mordanting or dyeing.
 
The weavers of this fabric are over 50% women, and fair trade is guaranteed.