{"title":"Throws","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"striped-cotton-tablecloth-karen-hill-tribe-azure","title":"Striped cotton tablecloth · Karen hill tribe · Azure","description":"\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandwoven Karen hill tribe tablecloth, skilfully made on a traditional backstrap loom by Karen women in northern Thailand. This versatile piece, made of locally grown, handspun cotton, captivates with its soft cerulean blue and white stripes, the subtle variations in the weave adding depth and movement to the pattern. The horizontal green and red stripe and the generous fringe are added details that create a dynamic visual rhythm, reflecting the traditional Thai tribal textile aesthetic and an eye toward modern design. Each throw is assembled from individually woven panels, hand-sewn together - a hallmark of authentic backstrap loom weaving.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003eThe Craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003e This throw showcases the artistry of traditional backstrap loom weaving, where the weaver's body becomes part of the loom itself, controlling tension and rhythm with each pass of the shuttle. Individual panels are woven separately and then meticulously hand-sewn together to create the larger piece, with each seam a testament to the patience required in this ancient technique. The handspun cotton and soft dyes create subtle variations in colour and texture throughout the fabric. Working with locally sourced materials, weavers create each piece through weeks of dedicated work, their skilled hands translating ancient patterns into contemporary forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003eThe Heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003e The Karen (also known as Kariang or Karin) people are among the largest hill tribe communities in northern Thailand, maintaining strong weaving traditions that have been passed down through generations in mountain villages. Textiles play a central role in Karen cultural identity, with distinctive patterns and techniques marking both everyday life and ceremonial occasions. The backstrap loom, one of humanity's oldest weaving technologies, remains the preferred tool for creating these textiles, connecting contemporary weavers to countless generations of their ancestors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003eThe Maker.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003e Rachna Sachasinh formed Tikkiwallah to provide independent artisans in Thailand and Laos with a digital market dedicated to artistic collaborations that prioritise traditional fibers, heritage skills, and modern design. Inspired by deep cultural traditions, sustainable agriculture and the rhythms of rural life, Tikkiwallah works with the ethnic communities of Karen, Tai Lue, Hmong, Khummu, Tai Daeng, Akha, and Mlabri, to create small batch products, with minimal intervention. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Handmade in Thailand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52088833474826,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/1013\/1978\/files\/Tikkiwhalla_Blue_Stripes_Throw02.jpg?v=1762610960"},{"product_id":"striped-cotton-tablecloth-karen-hill-tribe-mulberry","title":"Striped cotton tablecloth · Karen hill tribe · Mulberry","description":"\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandwoven Karen hill tribe tablecloth, skilfully made on a traditional backstrap loom by Karen women in northern Thailand. This versatile piece, made of locally grown, handspun cotton, captivates with its bold mulberry red and white stripes, the subtle variations in the weave adding depth and movement to the pattern. The horizontal blue stripe and the generous fringe are added details that create a dynamic visual rhythm, reflecting the traditional Thai tribal textile aesthetic and an eye toward modern design. Each tablecloth is assembled from individually woven panels, hand-sewn together - a hallmark of authentic backstrap loom weaving. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003eThe Craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003e This tablecloth showcases the artistry of traditional backstrap loom weaving, where the weaver's body becomes part of the loom itself, controlling tension and rhythm with each pass of the shuttle. Individual panels are woven separately and then meticulously hand-sewn together to create the larger piece, with each seam a testament to the patience required in this ancient technique. The handspun cotton and soft dyes create subtle variations in colour and texture throughout the fabric. Working with locally sourced materials, weavers create each piece through weeks of dedicated work, their skilled hands translating ancient patterns into contemporary forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003eThe Heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003e The Karen (also known as Kariang or Karin) people are among the largest hill tribe communities in northern Thailand, maintaining strong weaving traditions that have been passed down through generations in mountain villages. Textiles play a central role in Karen cultural identity, with distinctive patterns and techniques marking both everyday life and ceremonial occasions. The backstrap loom, one of humanity's oldest weaving technologies, remains the preferred tool for creating these textiles, connecting contemporary weavers to countless generations of their ancestors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003eThe Maker.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003e Rachna Sachasinh formed Tikkiwallah to provide independent artisans in Thailand and Laos with a digital market dedicated to artistic collaborations that prioritise traditional fibres, heritage skills, and modern design. Inspired by deep cultural traditions, sustainable agriculture and the rhythms of rural life, Tikkiwallah works with the ethnic communities of Karen, Tai Lue, Hmong, Khummu, Tai Daeng, Akha, and Mlabri, to create small batch products, with minimal intervention. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Handmade in Thailand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52088833573130,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/1013\/1978\/files\/Tikkiwhalla_Red_Stripes_Throw05.jpg?v=1763387124"},{"product_id":"ethiopian-cotton-throw-copper","title":"Ethiopian cotton throw · Copper","description":"\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003eLight handwoven throw, skilfully made by Ethiopian artisans using locally grown, hand-spun cotton and sophisticated dyes. This beautiful piece captivates with its warm copper tones punctuated by delicate bands of supplementary weft in warm ochre and white. Traditional Ethiopian motifs and subtle textural variations inherent in hand-spun fibre give the throw a tribal character that connects contemporary homes to ancient weaving traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm7\"\u003eThe Craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003e This throw showcases the collaborative artistry of traditional Ethiopian weaving, where the creation of each textile requires the skills of multiple artisans working in concert. Locally grown cotton is hand-spun using traditional drop spindles- a meditative process that transforms the raw fibre into soft thread. A labour intensive process, the dyeing is done in small batches using environmentally friendly dyes. Weaving, a practice handed down from father to son, has moved from traditional horizontal two-harness treadle looms to larger looms with flying shuttles, which enable the artisans to produce varied textures and weights. The clean, linear aesthetic of supplementary weft decoration reflects design sensibilities found throughout the Horn of Africa, where restraint and precision characterise textile ornamentation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm7\"\u003eThe Heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003e Ethiopia's weaving tradition stretches back centuries, with cotton cultivation and textile production forming essential parts of daily life, ceremony and cultural identity. Across the bustling towns of 19th century Ethiopia, guilds of master weavers, embroiderers and tailors worked under the patronage of religious and political elites to create garments that spoke of rank and power, whereas rural weavers produced cloth for daily use and ritual needs. Spindling was deemed virtuous, and women from across the social spectrum learned to spin. Different ethnic groups across the country developed their own distinctive weaving styles - the Dorze people of the south are renowned for their intricate cotton weaving, whilst the Tigray region in the north has long been celebrated for its fine white cotton shawls with colourful borders. These patterns, built through meticulous thread manipulation, connect contemporary makers to generations of Ethiopian weavers who have transformed simple fibres into objects of beauty and utility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm7\"\u003eThe Maker.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003eSpinners, dyers and weavers work hand-in-hand at Sabahar, a fair trade workshop established in Addis Ababa over 20 years ago. Sabahar is dedicated to the preservation of traditional Ethiopian textile making techniques, whilst providing sustainable livelihoods to hundreds of artisans in Addis Ababa, Arba Minch, and Bahar Dahr. Through innovation in techniques, fibres, and technology, Sabahar creates eco-friendly, fair trade textiles that honour traditional Ethiopian craftsmanship whilst meeting contemporary design needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Handmade in Ethiopia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52097268416778,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/1013\/1978\/files\/Sabahar_Throw.jpg?v=1771575525"},{"product_id":"ethiopian-cotton-blanket-herringbone-ivory","title":"Ethiopian cotton blanket · Herringbone · Ivory","description":"\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003eHandwoven throw blanket, skilfully made by Ethiopian artisans on a traditional four-harness loom using hand-spun cotton. A soft piece \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003ein natural ivory w\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm8\"\u003eith timeless herringbone pattern, where the precision of the intricate weave creates both visual texture and substantial weight that embody the essence of 'mechot' - the Amharic word for cosy and comforting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm7\"\u003eThe Craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003e This throw showcases the collaborative artistry of traditional Ethiopian weaving, where the creation of each textile requires the skills of multiple artisans working in concert. Locally grown cotton is hand-spun using traditional drop spindles- a meditative process that transforms the raw fibre into soft thread. A labour intensive process, the dyeing is done in small batches using environmentally friendly dyes. Weaving, a practice handed down from father to son, has moved from traditional horizontal two-harness treadle looms to larger looms with flying shuttles, which enable the artisans to produce varied textures and weights. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm7\"\u003eThe Heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003e Ethiopia's weaving tradition stretches back centuries, with cotton cultivation and textile production forming essential parts of daily life, ceremony and cultural identity. Across the bustling towns of 19th century Ethiopia, guilds of master weavers, embroiderers and tailors worked under the patronage of religious and political elites to create garments that spoke of rank and power, whereas rural weavers produced cloth for daily use and ritual needs. Spindling was deemed virtuous, and women from across the social spectrum learned to spin. Different ethnic groups across the country developed their own distinctive weaving styles - the Dorze people of the south are renowned for their intricate cotton weaving, whilst the Tigray region in the north has long been celebrated for its fine white cotton shawls with colourful borders. These patterns, built through meticulous thread manipulation, connect contemporary makers to generations of Ethiopian weavers who have transformed simple fibres into objects of beauty and utility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Normal tm5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm7\"\u003eThe Maker.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"tm6\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSpinners, dyers and weavers work hand-in-hand at Sabahar, a fair trade workshop established in Addis Ababa over 20 years ago. Sabahar is dedicated to the preservation of traditional Ethiopian textile making techniques, whilst providing sustainable livelihoods to hundreds of artisans in Addis Ababa, Arba Minch, and Bahar Dahr. Through innovation in techniques, fibres, and technology, Sabahar creates eco-friendly, fair trade textiles that honour traditional Ethiopian craftsmanship whilst meeting contemporary design needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Handmade in Ethiopia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52097344962826,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/1013\/1978\/files\/Sabahar_Throw_Natural06.jpg?v=1773495143"}],"url":"https:\/\/omagoshop.eu\/collections\/throws.oembed","provider":"OMAĜO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}