Luscious Silk for a Good Cause

Are you looking for a gorgeous new scarf or wrap for the holiday season?

Then you definitely need to check out the amazing work from Orijyn!

“Orijyn has been working with rural weavers far from the big markets, to develop products incorporating their particular weaving skills and traditions. In this way, women can earn much needed money and still stay in their communities with their families.

In 2006, Orijyn began teaching sustainable business practices with PADETC, a school in Laos, and began working with groups of weavers in the villages of Vientiane Province. We assisted them with technical and marketing guidance for product improvement, business start-up development, as well as small loans to expand their production.”

The silk shawls and wraps are made using locally-grown silk worms, raised by the villagers – ensuring that as much of the work is done in the village as possible.  The silk is harvested, hand-dyed and hand-spun – meaning that every scarf or wrap is unique.  Traditional Laotian patterns are used to weave the fabric, giving the finished accessories a rich look.

Their scarves are available in a rainbow of lovely colors – this one is a mix of burgundy and espresso shades called “Ikat On The End“:

The wraps are larger than the scarves and come in some unique variations, including this “Rainbow” ikat-dyed wrap:

images: Orijyn