Posts by Joan Rasch
Indian Kurtis
Kurtis are a traditional Indian women’s top which is distinct in its loose, flowy fit and longer length. Our kurtis can be worn with a pair of jeans, leggings, tights or over a bathing suit! Sevya’s wholesale kurtis are available in a range of materials and feature fine block printing and hand embroidery, done…
Read MoreIndian Embroidered Wool Shawls
As winter of 2020 approaches, Sevya is introducing a new collection of embroidered wool shawls & scarves from India! These beautiful wraps showcase the fine embroidery traditions of Northern India, and come in a variety of colors and patterns to compliment every wardrobe. Our fair trade shawls are available in wool or viscose, offering an…
Read MoreJamdani Hand Woven Scarves & Caftans
Jamdani is an intricate hand weaving technique that is well known in India, and often features beautiful geometric patterns. Hand-woven jamdani saris are much sought after by women in India for their intricate patterns and fine cotton weaving. Our hand-woven Jamdani scarves and caftans showcase this art form in a range of elegant and contemporary…
Read MoreBandhani Tie Dye
Bandhani is an intricate method of tie dying fabrics that has been practiced in India for centuries. The word “bandhani” comes from the Sanskrit word “bandh”, which means “to tie” or “to bind”. We work with artisans in Gujarat, India who use this traditional technique to make our beautiful hand tie-dyed scarves and sarongs! The…
Read MoreThe Power of Purple
Our Fair Trade Federation friends at Dunitz & Company, Baskets of Africa and Hoon Arts have joined us to feature some of our favorite purple pieces to celebrate this fabulous color. Each of these fair trade companies are dedicated to supporting local artisans and their traditional skills by providing a fair wage so that artisans…
Read MoreFair Trade Kaftans
Kaftans are back in style and we have added a new range of these versatile garments in our Spring 2020 collection! Our fair trade kaftans feature hand block-printing and hand embroidery, and come in a variety of styles, prints, and colors. Kaftans can be worn as a day dress, lounge wear, beach cover up or…
Read MoreEthical Fashion Brands
Designing Embroidery Motif Print for Sevya Handmade Tunics Women Artisans Making World Finds Kantha Jewelry Rosa Designing Glass Jewelry for Dunitz & Company Passion Lilie Team in Fair Trade Stitching Unit Rosita and Nancy from Dunitz & Company Sevya Handmade World Finds Dunitz & Company Passion Lilie These Ethical Fashion brands are all proud to…
Read MoreChikankari Embroidery in Sevya’s Fair Trade Apparel
Our new collection of tunics, tops & kaftans are hand-embroidered by women artisans in Northern India using the traditional Chikankari embroidery techniques. Each garment is a work of art, and showcases the fine hand embroidery skills that have been passed down by women from generation to generation. Sevya works with women artisans in Uttar Pradesh,…
Read MoreScarves as Protection during COVID-19
As we all try to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, one of the major issues facing healthcare workers and everyday citizens is a shortage of masks. The CDC is now recommending people use scarves if face masks are unavailable, to help prevent the spread of this virus. https://www.cnn.com/videos/health/2020/03/19/cdc-guidelines-masks-coronavirus-gupta-newday-vpx.cnn We are committed to helping all our…
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