Handwoven Olami Kilim Afghanistan - 04

Handwoven Olami Kilim Afghanistan - 04Handwoven flat weave wool Olami Kilim rug by semi nomadic villages of Turkmen artisans in Afghanistan. Olami Kilims are considered a unique piece of artwork and are known for their intricate geometric patterns and tribal motifs, featuring bold color schemes with earthy tones, reds, blues, and blacks. This collection comes to us from the same group as the Turkmen felted rugs and we feel honored to represent these talented and hard working weavers.

Handwoven cotton brocade pillow

our purchases help the women continue to have income - especially during this difficult time of the Covid pandemic

The words are probably the weaver's name

With a 'no-waste' approach to weaving

design and sustainability

liner with small zippered pocket is a black polyester

100% wool with 1" tied fringe on both ends

From a fair trade group in Rajasthan

One side has a woven pattern where the bark is made into the cylinder

This quilt is a work or art

Using strands of sisal dyed to a neutral sand tone

Hand knotted with mixed fibers including wool