Sahel Blanket – Blitar
AU $240.00
With a focus on sustainability, this handwoven cotton blanket is perfect for adding a touch of luxurious texture and cultural depth to your home.
Perfect for cosy nights and unique décor.
Crafted in: Burkina Faso
Length: 240cm
Width: 150cm
1 in stock
Description
Discover the beauty and warmth of a handmade cotton blanket crafted in Burkina Faso.
Each blanket is woven from 100% natural cotton, showcasing traditional West African artistry in every stitch. Available in a range of vibrant patterns and colours, these blankets bring a unique blend of style and comfort to your home.
Whether you’re looking to add a cosy layer to your bed, or a colourful accent to your living room, our blankets are perfect for both.
Because each piece is individually crafted, every blanket is unique—meaning yours will be truly one of a kind.
Embrace a piece of African heritage and sustainable craftsmanship with a blanket that feels as good as it looks.
The complex strip weaving made famous in the region was, and continues to be, crafted by men.
Male weavers use a different type of loom to women.
In a men’s loom, the weaver sits inside the loom, on a low stool, and operates the treadles with his feet.
Fabrics are made in narrow strips, and sewn together to produce a wider finished fabric.
FAQs
What materials are used to make these blankets?
These blankets are crafted from 100% natural cotton, sourced and woven in Burkina Faso. The cotton is soft, durable, and breathable, making it perfect for year-round comfort. Each blanket showcases the beauty of natural fibres and traditional West African artistry, creating a sustainable piece that’s as practical as it is beautiful.
Do you have other patterns and colours of African blankets?
Yes, we have a range of blankets from Burkina Faso, each is one-of-a-kind. View the vibrant patterns of our Sahel Blankets collection.
Are there other African fabrics in your collection?
We have a range of fabrics from West Africa: African Mudcloth, Indigo Cotton, and Cotton Wax Prints.
In our Wall Hanging collection, each piece of hand stitched and hand-dyed cloth tells a story: Patterns represent cultural and environmental knowledge, wealth, relationships and status.
Additional information
| Weight | 2.5 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1 × 1 × 1 cm |
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