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The Pashmina Handicraft Trading at Glance
Kashmir is one of the naturally scenic hill stations of India lying in the north-western region in India. It is situated in between the great Himalayas and the Pir Panjal range. It is famous for Dal Lake, houseboats, mosques, and many tourist attractions. Many Buddhist monasteries are also seen scattered in various locations of this place. Kashmir, the paradise on earth, is not only famous for its fantastic natural scenery and landscapes but is also renowned for its rich craftsmanship and handicrafts. The excellently crafted handicrafts reflect the tradition of Kashmiri heritage and workmanship. In an endeavour to deliver an authentic and reliable range of Kashmiri Shawls, Handcrafted Furniture, Carpets and Handicrafts from Asia. Pashmina Handicraft Trading started its operations from Kashmir in 1989 and now is actively operational with in India and in Middle East from their exclusive showrooms and whole sale offices. Pashmina Handicraft Trading is a prominent manufacturer, exporter, supplier & retailers of premium quality shawls, Furniture, home furnishings and handcrafted items. In order to understand the market trends and supply the desirable products our marketing team continuously conduct market research so that our products reflect the modern sensibility with meticulous craftsmanship and vintage appeal. The rich revival of traditional aesthetics and treasured heirloom in our Pashmina , Jamawar , hand beaded bags collection go well with the global fashion trends. Our shawls are not only stylish but also suit a wide variety of outfits, displaying elegance and beauty at the same time. Besides offering the above mentioned products, we also offer a range of superlative designer Bags , jewellery ,Ceramics items and antiques. We import certain raw materials and other products from various overseas markets. Renowned for their distinctive designs and patterns, our products are setting trends in the global market. The name : The Pashmina Handicraft Trading, and everything that connects with the deeper meaning of the word Beauty, grace and craftsmanship The product lines : Pashmina Shawls, Handbags, Designer slippers ,Ceramics Articles, Handcrafted Furniture, Carpets, Shawls, Furnishings, Jewellery, real and reproduced antiques. Customer Profile : Affluent and connoisseurs of contemporary and traditional art and craftsmanship Demographics : UAE & Middle Eastern residents, tourists from Europe , America and affluent people across the globe. The brand stands for : The highest quality – Latest Trends - Value for money - Trustworthy - For those who enjoy the finest things in life.
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History of Shawls
The origin of shawls in the world can be traced back more than 700 years, when aristocrats and nobles treasured it as a mark of royalty. The word shawl is derived from Persian "shal", which was the name given for a whole range of fine woollen garments Kashmir was a pivotal point through which the wealth, knowledge, and products of ancient India passed to the world. Perhaps the most widely known woven textiles was the famed Kashmir shawls The Kanikar, for instance, has intricately woven designs that are formalized imitations of Nature. Yet another type of Kashmir shawl is the Jamawar, which is a brocaded woollen fabric sometimes in pure wool and sometimes with a little cotton added. They have finest paisley design, largest motifs, exceptional luster and oriental culture woven on pashmina. some shawls have net-like patterns with floral ensemble motifs in them. Another type of Kashmiri shawl is called Dourukha, a woven shawl that is so done as to produce the same effect on both sides. This is a unique piece of craftsmanship, in which a multi-coloured pattern scheme is woven all over the surface, and after the shawl is completed, the rafugar (expert embroiderer) works the outlines of the motifs in darker shades to bring into relief the beauty of design. This attractive mode of craftsmanship not only produces a shawl which is reversible because of the perfect workmanship on both sides, but it combines the crafts of both weaving and embroidery.
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The most expensive shawl, called Shatoosh, also called King of all wool are made from a rare Tibetan antelope called chiru. Shahtoosh Shawls are so fine that a whole shawl can be pulled through a small finger
Pashmina Shawls Pashmina refers to a type of fine cashmere wool and the textiles made from it. The fibre is also known as pashm (inner coat of hair) of a wonderful animal called Capra hircus. The pashm of these goats are 6 times finer than the human hair and it is one of the most rare and precious fibre. These fibres are only 14-19 microns in diameter. Due to the size of this fibre it can not be spun by the machine so the wool is hand-woven by artisans of kashmir into priceless cashmere products including shawls, scarves, wraps, throws, stoles etc and worldwide Pashmina is the name given to it .Pashmina has been famous for centuries due to its quality, softness and range of products like plain pashmina, woven Jamawar, Embroidered pashmina. Embroidered Pashmina Shawls have gained formidable demand worldwide. These masterpieces are delicately embroidered with silk by the master craftsmen of Kashmir . The most expensive shawl, called Shatoosh, also called King of all wool are made from a rare Tibetan antelope called chiru. Shahtoosh Shawls are so fine that a whole shawl can be pulled through a small finger ring.Shahtoosh Shawls are banned nowadays in India and worldwide.
Shahmina Shawls can be considered as replacement of Shahtoosh Shawls because these are made from the finest of handpicked pashmina fibres which makes them very close to Shahtoosh in texture and thickness.
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Pashmina a Fashion Statement
A luxurious pashmina shawl, wrap, or scarf is the perfect fashion accessory of the modern time for any season, event or occasion. The soft, warm and plush texture of the pashmina has also features –like lightness and painstakingly crafted designs make the shawls a truly priceless object of desire, an will prove to be a treasure you will cherish forever. Increasingly sought – after b y fashion conscious women the world over, as will chosen. Pashmina can transform the simplest attire into the most chic ensemble. It is in fact a necessary, versatile and practical fashion accessory that can fit into your handbag and can turn into a snug muffler, cloak or blanket to suit any occasion. A fashionable pashmina scarf, wrap or shawl is the perfect finishing touch to almost any outfit. Only a few Pashmina’s will breathe new life into your entire wardrobe. For ultimate luxury and warmth, wrap yourself in 100% pure pashmina. For a dramatic accent, simply throw on an elegant pashmina / silk blend. Either way, you will always look stylish and fashionable. With an exhaustive range of colours, scintillating styles and traditional, classic and modern silk embroideries makes it easier to choose your pashmina. It will give you exclusive freedom, flexibility and a miraculous choice to craft the pashmina of your dreams. We make it easy and affordable to liven up your wardrobe with a stylish pashmina wrap (also called a pashmina stole), shawls, or scarves. To add comfort and distinction to your home, our cashmere blankets stand out. The Pashmina shawls are now available in exclusive animal prints, with a touch of fur and fashionable designs. These stylish accessories will liven up your entire wardrobe and add warmth to your life.
The addition of silk brings a nice sheen to the pashmina shawl, wrap, or scarf. Except for our wispy light, single-ply Water style, all of our pashmina/silk blends are 2 Ply to ensure you a high-quality accessory that is luxurious and warm while still being light-weight.
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Kani Jamawar shawls Jamawar shawls are an ancient form of shawl pattern, that dates back to the 18th & 19th century. Jamawar shawls use the kani technique of weaving, and are laden with beautiful handiworks by skilled craftsmen. The decorative works contain comprehensive and intricate patterns, influenced majorly by the Asian countries, especially India (Kashmir) Though this weaving technique seems to be popular as being native to Kashmir, but it actually belongs to Persia. The art was brought to Kashmir from Persia and it flourished in the Mughal era. Jamawar shawls were often worn by the kings and other important members of the empire. Due to the Mughal influence the jamawar shawls often have patterns and prints that have hues of Mughal arts. Jamawar shawls use the jamawar fabric which is made using the fleece of the Capra Hircus goat, popularly known as 'Cashmere.’Jamawar is an adulterated for of pashmina silk as usually a little wool and cotton is mixed with the jamawar fabric. Brocaded patches of the shawls are woven in pashmina or silk. Woven using the kani technique of weaving jamawar shawls are then decorated with elaborate design consisting of paisley motifs. The wide popularity of jamawar shawls and other silk shawls has been instrumental in boosting and encouraging the skilled and talented Kashmiri craftsmen. The popular colors used for making the jamawar shawls are yellow, green, crimson, purple, black and blue. It is due to the beautiful and flawless blend of these colors in the design and the fabric.
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Handmade Woollen Ari Jackets and Shawls The Kashmir region is well known for being the home of the most gifted craftsmen of this part of the world. One of the specialties of Kashmir is Chain Stitched embroidery, also known as ari embroidery. Chain stitch is one of the oldest of the decorative stitches and is the basis of a large group of stitches. The use of the ari embroidery has a long history and is widespread, throughout the world. It is believed to have originated in Persia and India, where it is worked with the aid of a fine hook known as an 'Ari'. In the west, this tool, which looks like a pointed crochet hook, is also known as a 'tambour' hook. Chain stitch sewn by hand will display separate stitches throughout the embroidery. Rows of chain stitch work are made to form solid patterns usually rotating from the center and creating an embossed effect to add richness to the textile. Crewel is done on the thick material popularly used for furnishing and usually carries flowing floral and creeper designs. Crewel Embroidery is done on hand-woven Cotton Dosooti Fabric, Cotton Duck, Linen, Silk, Silk Organza, Poly Organza, Jute, etc. The Crewel embroidery, done in thick woolen yarn by a pointed crochet, provides a very dazzling and durable material for drapes and upholsterys. All embroidery is done by hand in either single or double ply wool. The motifs are generally floral, tree of life, birds, geometrical and animal motifs etc. We can also develop designs requested by buyers. The craft is also available on Bedspreads, Cushion Covers, Rugs / Carpets in various sizes
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Turma/Pashmina Shawls For Men Due to its Royal touch and the Quality of keeping people warm in harsh winters, Pashmina Shawls were adopted first by the Royal Family of Oman for men and later it was introduced to local population .As it became very famous in Oman. Very shortly a Royal decree was issued making this as a part of national dress in Oman. More and more people got attracted with in Middle Eastern countries due to its tremendous softness and the Quality. Pashmina Handicraft Trading introduced latest style of Turmas in the market with new colour combination and highest Quality of embroidery which became very famous in the UAE , Qatar , Kuwait and Bahrain. Keeping the highest standards of Quality we at Pashmina Handicraft Trading are pumping stocks with in the middle east through our whole sale channel. In order to reach and delivery to majority of customer we introduced same shawls in three different grades – For low end customers we introduced same style of shawls in pure woollen material, Semi Pashmina Shawls for middle class and Shahtoosh Shawls for very high end customers ( Royal family) Keeping in mind the traditional design of Basravi used by locals, Pashmina Basravi was then introduced to keep people warm in very cold parts of middle East.
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Hand Made Carpets
The history of Kashmir carpet culmination of artistic magnificence -date back to the period of Hazrat Mir Syed Ali Hamdani (r.a.) 1341-1385 A.D. the famous sufi saint of Persia who came to enlighten Kashmir with his spiritual guidance and brought along highly skilled artisans through the silk trade route and laid base for the cottage industries in Kashmir valley. In 1580 A.D Mughals conquest Akbar also brought weavers from Persia to Kashmir , brought forth a beautiful, and mesmerizing handicraft skill of knotted carpets and rugs. Such is the popularity and influence of the Kashmir carpets that it has been one of the world centres of arts and crafts for centuries. Influenced by Persian weaving styles the carpets were woven in cotton, silk and wool since medieval times. A great period in the history of carpets in Kashmir came in the time of Zainul-Abadin (budshah) 1730 A.D. and our carpets started winning fame in far regionsEnchanting floor coverings from Kashmir are woven with the help of a weaving technique known as ‘Talim’. The styles adopted from Persia are named as Kirman, Kashan, Meshad, Ardabil, Qum, Hamadan Faraghan, and so on. These styles consist of attractive decorations and motifs such as floral themes, zoological geometric ones, and the tree of life. The hand knotted carpets are in asymmetrical knotting. Precious looking Kashmir carpets are all hand woven or hand knotted. The dyes used to colour the yarn are derived from mineral sources. Shades like blue, red and yellow are commonly seen used on carpets and rugs. Such is the aura of Kashmir carpets that they tend to transform the interiors with their intricate and meticulous use of curves and hieroglyphics. The skill of carpet weaving has been handed down by fathers to their sons, who built upon those skills and in turn handed them down to their offspring as a closely guarded family secret. The Kashmir carpet, a piece of art par excellence representing the beauty of imagination, ingenuity and perfection amongst the highest level of art ever attained by mankind; is the finest and the most exquisite form of artistic expression. Now the Kashmir carpet has reached its zenith. A Kashmir carpet is perhaps the most coveted of textile weavers, a passionate work of art, carefully chosen among the finest on earth and the elements of the design are like notes and melody or words in poem and are hundreds and thousands of hours of skilled work.Kashmiri Carpets: Kashmiri carpets are renowned throughout the world mainly for two reasons one being that they are handmade and second they are always knotted not tufted.
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Handicrafts Kashmiri Silver Work: The silver-work of Kashmir is extremely beautiful, and some of the indigenous patterns, the chinar and lotus leaf, are of exquisite design. The silversmith works with a hammer and chisel, and will faithfully copy any design which may be given to him. Up to recent years, the silver-work of Kashmir had a peculiar white sheen time, very beautiful at first sight, but apt to tarnish after short time. This whiteness is said to be due to the practice of boiling the silver work in apricot juice
Kashmiri Copper Work: Perhaps the most effective and certainly the best value for the money is the copper work of Srinagar. The coppersmith work with a hammer and chisels, and many of the present coppersmiths are men who used once to work in silver. They also work in brass, Their designs are very quaint and bold, and they are very ready to adopt any new pattern that may be offered to them. A large demand has arisen for the beautiful copper trays framed as tables in carved walnut-wood, and the carpenter is now the close ally of coppersmith
Kashmiri Basketry: The basket industry is of importance, and most villages have their artesian who makes the necessary basket for the kangar, and basket for agricultural purposes, and the kiltas used for the transport of apples and for rough village work. The superior kiltas, covered with leather, so familiar to European traveler, are made in the city. Willow rushes that grow plentifully in marches and lakes in Kashmir are used to make charmingly quaint objects, ranging from shopping baskets and lampshades to table and chairs, all generally inexpensive.
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Furnishing
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Handcrafted Walnut Furniture Kashmiri Walnut Wood Carving: Items made from walnut wood come from three parts of the tree, the branches, the trunk and the root. The branches have the palest colour of wood, and the trunk the darkest. As walnut is a soft wood, it takes carving very well. Maple leaves, vine leaves and flowers can be either carved along borders or can be either carved along borders or can fill entire surfaces. The artistry of the carving and its abundance dictates the cost. Trinket boxes and the larger Jewellery boxes should have invincible seams. Other walnut wood objects are salad bowls, nut bowls, nut bowls, photo frames, trays and walnut furniture, Kashmiri walnut furniture has made it name in the industry. This can range from a simple telephone stand or nesting tables to a dining table with six chairs. Price of walnut furniture of Kashmir is based on various factors like thickness of wood used, quality of wood carving, amount of wood carving on the furniture and quality of the walnut wood used in making walnut furniture. Other items made from Kashmiri walnut wood are wall cabinets , screens , dining tables, matching chairs, coffee tables, elegant writing desk and sideboards- with deep relief work or restrained motifs which highlight the texture of wood itself
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Chain stitch Curtains .
The Kashmir region is well known for being the home of the most gifted craftsmen of this part of the world. One of the specialties of Kashmir is Chain Stitched embroidery, also known as ari embroidery. Chain stitch is one of the oldest of the decorative stitches and is the basis of a large group of stitches. The use of the ari embroidery has a long history and is widespread, throughout the world. It is believed to have originated in Persia and India, where it is worked with the aid of a fine hook known as an 'Ari'. In the west, this tool, which looks like a pointed crochet hook, is also known as a 'tambour' hook. Chain stitch sewn by hand will display separate stitches throughout the embroidery. Rows of chain stitch work are made to form solid patterns usually rotating from the center and creating an embossed effect to add richness to the textile. Crewel is done on the thick material popularly used for furnishing and usually carries flowing floral and creeper designs. Crewel Embroidery is done on hand-woven Cotton Dosooti Fabric, Cotton Duck, Linen, Silk, Silk Organza, Poly Organza, Jute, etc. The Crewel embroidery, done in thick woollen yarn by a pointed crochet, provides a very dazzling and durable material for drapes and upholstery's. All embroidery is done by hand in either single or double ply wool. The motifs are generally floral, tree of life, birds, geometrical and animal motifs etc. We can also develop designs requested by buyers. The craft is also available on Bedspreads, Cushion Covers, Rugs / Carpets in various sizes
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Hand Painted Ceramics Plates
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Handmade Beaded Bags
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Paper Mache Kashmiri Papier Mache: is among the most renowned Handicrafts of Kashmir. The craft represents a rich tradition of craftsmanship that dates back to the reign of Zainul Abidin Budshah (1420-1470 AD). The paper mache of Kashmir is also know as Kar-i-Kalamdani, as best specimens of old work were the pen-cases (kalamdan) , with the passage of time great perfection has been achieved in this art. Papier mache as of today covers the whole range of poignant products that keep the customers alluring throughout the world. Mughal miniature paintings in papier mache, creating an object of rather an unsurpassed value. Gold powder is also added to some of the object to make them alluring. The year 1320 AD marks a significant shift in the socio-cultural history of Kashmir with the transfer of power from Hindu to Muslim rule and the establishment of the Sultanate in the valley. As with most other Muslim dynasties of that time in the Indian sub-continent, the ruling elite of the Sultans of Kashmir comprised a large number of foreigners, especially Persians and Central Asians. These foreigners included missionaries, preachers, men of letters, swords and merchants who bought with them an appreciation of art and crafts that had developed in the wider Islamic world. Hence the Sultanate rule laid the foundation for the evolution of a unique cultural ethos showing synthesis between the ancient traditions of Kashmir and a host of new ideas originating from Persia, Arabia and Central Asia.Most historical records maintain that the craft was to a large extent limited to the capital city of Srinagar and that too within the Shia community; a majority of whom were immigrants from Persia or surrounding areas. Unfortunately no papier mache object from the Sultanate period (14th to 16th Century) survives today. The art must also have been practiced during the Mughal period but hardly any documentary evidences from that period survive to explain the nature and the extent of the craft. Mughal records, nevertheless make mention of the fact that the Kashmiris were renowned for their painting skills. Though the reference seems to be with regards to miniature painting, yet it does support the tradition of an established artisan community whose members might have diversified into the wider and more acclaimed field of miniature painting. Interestingly this is a tradition that find place even in contemporary Kashmir. Many of the younger children associated with traditional papier mache (artisan) families, have switched over to painting after completing professional course from the Srinagar School of Music & Fine Arts.
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Semi Precious Jewellery
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Chiffon Kaftans
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Local Souvenirs
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Pashmina Handicraft Trading Head office
Office # 203, City Tower building, Srinagar Jammu & Kashmir India Tel:# +91 194 2403174
Showrooms
The Bund, Lal Chowk ,Srinagar Jammu & Kashmir India Tel:# +91 9419085050 Shop number 21 Level II Sangarmal shopping centre Srinagar – kashmir India
Wafi Mall
Shop # 6172 , Ground floor, Khan Murjan Wafi Mall, Dubai ,UAE Tel:# +971 50 8423999
Seasonal Showroom in Global Village Shop # A20 & C14 Indian Pavillion Dubai, UAE Tel:# +971 50 9262850
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