Scarves & Wraps
Sevya’s Kantha Collection
You may have noticed a new section on our website recently! Our Kantha Collection features gorgeous handmade scarves, throws, bags, and tops. Click the link to go shop now, or stick around to learn a bit more about the incredible and sustainable art form of kantha embroidery! So what is Kantha you ask? Kantha is…
Read MoreSilk Sari Scarves
Sevya’s silk sari scarves are one-of-a-kind pieces that up-cycle silk from Indian women’s’ saris. Saris are traditional outfits that often use a lot of fabric and are made from high quality silk. Some saris have bold and colorful designs, while others are more subtle. Sevya sources high quality used saris which would be otherwise discarded,…
Read MoreBlock Print Scarves
Sevya offers a beautiful collection of hand block print scarves. Block printing is an ancient textile printing technique which involves stamping patterns onto fabric with hand carved wooden blocks dipped in dyes. Indian block printers have passed down their wooden blocks through generations of artisans, and each family has their own unique set of blocks.…
Read MoreWholesale Scarves
Sevya works with artisans across India to create a vibrant, unique and sustainable collection of wholesale scarves! Our collection includes handwoven scarves, embroidered wool shawls, cupro scarves, block-printed scarves and many more. Block Printed Scarves Our block printed scarves feature classic Indian motifs on soft cotton fabric. The wooden blocks used to make each scarf…
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 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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