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Shawl Patterns
September 15th, 2011 Posted 10:08 am
Can’t Think of Any Gift Ideas? Why Shouldn’t You Offer A Beautiful Shawl?
If you are searching diligently for a gift idea to accommodate a lady friend or family member, you can always opt for a shawl. You don’t have to worry about size and shawls come in a good variety of materials and patterns. Here’s some information about shawls that you might find interesting.
Ladies Gift Ideas -What Are Some Basics about the Shawl?
A shawl, being oblong or rectangular in shape, is a piece of material which may be wrapped over the shoulders and neck and, if desired, can cover the head as well. The name shawl comes from the Persian word “shal” that is descriptive of a form of attire which drapes across the body in a loose fitting fashion. Although generally worn for warmth, shawls also are fashion accessories. In some religions, shawls are worn often in ceremonial events. With a virtually infinite range of patterns, styles and creations, there is sure to be some type of shawl for even the fussiest person.
Pashmina Shawls
Pashmina shawls are fashioned out of a very soft and delicate wool called “pashm.” This is the downy soft undercoat found on a Himalayan mountain goat, Capra hircus. Though varying classes of wool are sold in the countries of the western world as “cashmere,” in Kashmir, source of the fibre, it is named pashm. Pashm is the Persian word for “wool.” Capra hircus is may times referred to as the “pashmina goat.” A pashmina shawl is just pashm in its woven fashion. Pashmina shawls can be found widespread in India and Nepal. These shawls are spacious and light weight, yet they are very cosy. Woven in a stunning collection of graceful and complicated patterns, pashminas respected for their splendour, silkiness and snugness. In India, the sheerness of the material is representative of the eminence of the wearer. The Punjab sector of India is a main shawl weaving region. Here, pashm wool can be blended with angora and merino wools and then hand spun and hand woven into exquisite shawls.
Ladies Gift Ideas -Hand Made Shawls
A number of countries have an abundant tradition of hand loomed fabrics with inimitable and graceful patterns. Hand loomed shawls may be created using a diversity of fabrics, this entails wool/silk combinations and wool/cotton mixtures. An additional trendy combination is pashmina wool and silk. In warmer weather conditions, light and middle weight cotton shawls are admired. In colder conditions, cashmere and merino mixtures are favoured. Hand loomed shawls are made by trained artisans using customary procedures and patterns that have been the same for centuries. Utilizing natural dyes, these shawls are extended colour and effervescence.
Up-to-date Shawls
Modern shawls may be manufactured from many types of fabrics, in accordance with the event they are intended for. Casual shawls may be simple woven materials finished with borders. For ceremonial affairs, a shawl produced with organza, satin or silk would be suitable. Dressy shawls could be adorned using beading, Swarovski crystals, pearls or tinsel. Another detail to look for in a formal shawl should be a satin lining. To get the ultimate in an advanced style, select a hand painted or hand embellished shawl that has scattered sparkling crystals or radiant pearls.
Ladies Gift Ideas -A shawl is an ideal gift for women of all ages. There is no need to know what size she is to get her a gorgeous garment.
Crochet Prayer Shawls Patterns – superiorhomearts.net/Croche
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Detail of a Kulu shawl from the Himalaya, Himachal Pradesh, India, Asia Photo Mugs Detail of a Kulu shawl from the Himalaya, Himachal Pradesh, India, Asia…. |
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Waistcoat – button detail, Honourable East India Company uniform pattern 1830 Photo Mugs Single-breasted waistcoat, with a shawl collar, of white or cream silk interlined with buckram….. |
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Russian Inspired Lace Shawl Techniques $39.95 In the beautiful surroundings of her home and office, Sandy Terp begins by showing you how traditional Russian lace shawls are made as well as how and why she has modified their design. Then Sandy teaches you the techniques used in their construction as she leads you, stitch by stitch, through a project lace doily that employs all of these techniques. By using a lace doily to teach these methods, … |
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Knitting the Shawl Collared Vest with Meg Swansen $19.00 Meg Swansen’s knitted Shawl Collared Vest garment is versatile enough to be worn by a man or woman and includes a variety of knitting techniques such as: K1b, P1 rib, Increasing, Cable with or without a cable-needle, Kangaroo Pouches, Steeks, V-neck shaping, Knitting-Back Backwards, Machine Stitched Steeks, I-Cord Cast off, and much more. Meg fully instructs all the techniques needed to knit the g… |
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Russian Inspired Lace Shawl Design $39.95 Design and knit your own shawl using Russian Shawl Construction Techniques and Lace Shorthand on DVD with an accompanying resource CD. Sandy Terp begins by reviewing eyelet patterns and their placement through demonstration on several vintage and modern shawls and samplers from her collection. Then she explains how to chart your patterns and make a sampler to develop your gauge and determine the… |
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Moist Heat Therapy Warming Neck Wrap – 174-101-10 $29.99 Spa Necessities Moist Heat Neck Wrap is a self Hydrating Moist heat wrap. Moist heat adds moisture to the skin and muscle tissue and will be much more penetrating and comfortable than dry heat, especially in dry winter months. Dry heat draw out moisture from the body and may leave the skin dehydrated. This is a personal preference. Moist Heat Therapy therapy can provide both pain relief and healin… |
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Microtec White Shawl Collar Mini Check Robe 85% Poly 15% Nylon Microtec white shawl collar mini check 85% Poly 15% Nylon poly robes are extremely soft.The robe come from the family of microfiber in 100% poly.The mini check robe has a flat finish with a very defined pattern. High quality great value for yourself or someone special. It generous pockets offer plenty of space for your book or a bottle of lotion hanger loop for easy storage. A favorite for pool … |
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Elegant Girls Embroidered Rose Shawl Scarf Wrap $11.70 ·Durable and soft material ·Rose patterns embroidered ·Easy for mix & match ·Elegant as accessory… |
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Luxury Party Shawl Wrap Mesh Sequins Scarf Black $30.40 ·Made of high quality mesh material with sequins and fringes ·Varied floral patterns on the wrap ·Long enough shawl, soft and luxury ·Hand Washable ·Ideal companion for formals, parties or any other occasion… |
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Floral Embroidery Shawl Sequins Wrap Scarf Pink $30.40 ·Made of high quality mesh material with sequins and fringes ·Varied floral patterns on the wrap ·Long enough shawl, soft and luxury ·Hand Washable ·Ideal companion for formals, parties or any other occasion… |