This Natural Camel Hand-Twisting Shahmina Shawl is 100% pashmina, crafted from high-quality cashmere sourced from the neck of Changthangi goats. These goats inhabit altitudes between 3,600 and 4,500 meters, which is where the best cashmere in the world is. Hand-Twisting Shahmina Shawl, It takes over a year from collecting cashmere and hand-twisting yarn to complete, and all the processes are handmade in Kashmir.
Hand-woven Kani shawls have been crafted for centuries and are entirely handmade. Artisans work 5 to 7 hours a day, weaving only a small section, approximately 2.5 cm, at a time. A full-sized Kani shawl measuring 100x200 cm can take up to a year to complete, which adds to its rarity. The warm touch of these shawls cannot be replicated by machines, enhancing the charm of handcrafted items. Such exquisite craftsmanship is found only in Pashmina. The combination of hand-woven Kani shawls with Sozni embroidery, often regarded as the pinnacle of Indian embroidery, makes them valuable collector's pieces.
Kashmiri Pashmina Gallery, since 1935, is a brand based in Srinagar, Kashmir, North India. For those born and raised in Kashmir, Pashmina represents more than just a product—it embodies a centuries-old heritage of exquisite local craftsmanship and cultural legacy dating back to the 15th century. In the 15th century, Persian saint Mir Sayyid Ali Hamadani came to Kashmir to share his knowledge with local artisans, training 700 craftsmen, including those skilled in Pashmina weaving. The tradition of handmade Pashmina embroidery has been passed down through generations and requires at least six months for master craftspeople to complete each piece. Each work reflects extraordinary embroidery skills, patience, concentration, and dedication, rooted in the centuries-old craftsmanship and cultural heritage of the Kashmir region.
While China, Nepal, and other areas also raise goats of the same breed, they lack the weaving and embroidery expertise that has been inherited through generations in Kashmir. Historical documents from the 16th century indicate that although precious Tibetan antelopes primarily lived in Hoh Xil, Tibet, they were occasionally sent to Kashmir to be transformed into Shahtoosh, as only Kashmiri weavers knew how to weave this exceptionally soft material into fabric.
Pashmina wool is derived from Changthangi goats that thrive in the Himalayan mountains at altitudes between 3,600 and 4,500 meters. To withstand the cold, these goats grow a layer of soft wool during late autumn, enhancing their warmth. This wool is considered the finest among animal fibres, renowned for its excellent insulation properties, and is often referred to as "soft gold" due to its luxurious texture, sheen, and elasticity.
After experiencing a genuine Pashmina scarf, I was captivated by its unparalleled softness and delicacy, which makes cashmere feel coarse in comparison. Cashmere is sourced from regular goats, while Pashmina is exclusively made from the undercoat of Changthangi goats living at high altitudes. This exquisite fabric has attracted the attention of Indian royal families and nobility for centuries.
**Product Details:**
- Suitable for all seasons—spring, autumn, winter, and even summer in air-conditioned spaces.
- Product ID: SS/NC-3901
- Measurements: Width: 75cm, Length: 200 cm
- Composition: 100% Pashmina