Tilonia - Artisans of India

Women of Barmer

The Social Work Research Centre of Dhanau, a small village in the Barmer district of western Rajasthan, works with 300 women artisans who earn income from their needlework.


Barmer Applique

Barmer applique was traditionally sewn on bedspreads of black or brown bases. Motifs were almost entirely inspired by nature: trees, leaves, flowers and animals. Women in six villages in Rajasthan produce these appliques. An elaborate bedspread may take nearly a month to complete.

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Avani Shawls & Mufflers

Elegant silk shawls are the perfect light wrap for dining or dancing on the club's patio. Treat yourself -- or your best friends -- to the wonderfully soft and delicate feel of these silk shawls handwoven by artisans of the Kumaon Himalayas.

Singer and musician Haale is wrapped in the elegance of our Avani featherweight silk shawl. Her particular pick: sea foam, one of our frosted colors in eri and muga handspun and handloomed silk.


Wrapped in silk. How gorgeous.