Chikan Roses in Claret Cotton and Silk Shawl in Champagne and Claret from India _artisan--novica-artisan-9388 Inspired by the tight curls

Inspired by the tight curls in depictions of the Buddha at Java’s Borobudur Temple

incredible masks hang on the wall

A polished halo surrounds the dark green gem

elicit a tinkling sound with every gentle breeze

gem of peace and harmony

Chikan Roses in Claret Cotton and Silk Shawl in Champagne and Claret from India _artisan--novica-artisan-9388 Inspired by the tight curlsWorking with her brother and a handful of local women artisans, Uma Tripathi designs beautiful pieces of clothing from India. She proudly presents her own designs in this cotton and silk blend shawl, decorating it with the chikan technique, where floral patterns are block printed onto the shawl's champagne body before being embroidered with floral motifs in claret. The artisan finishes the shawl with petite metallic accents that shine in the light.