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a.
Obtaining the pashmina wool
The
source for the fine pashmina wool is found in the heights
of the Himalayas. the Himalayan mountain goat raised by
semi-nomadic herders yields from 3-8 ounces of fibre per
year. the cold conditions provide an ideal environment
for this wool. |
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b.
Spinning :
The
fibre is collected during the spring and is spun mechanically
or by hand. |
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c.
Weaving:
The
next step in the making of the pashmina shawl is the weaving
of the shawl itself Handlooms are used for this process
and a worker produces around 5-7 shawls a day , depending
on the size and quality.
The weavers employed for this process have training which
is passed down from earlier generations which result in
the fine quality of our shawls. |
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d.
Rubbing and washing
Once
the weaving is over the shawl is rubbed in the same manner
as one would knead dough . This is very important as this
process enhances the softness of this product.
After the rubbing the shawl is washed and cleaned and
put to dry in the sun. |
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e.
dyeing
The
next process is the dyeing of the shawls . We have developed
our own colors for the dyeing process. The formulas for
the colors which we use are only available with us , which
helps to give our products a unique edge over others.
The tested colors are used to dye the shawls |
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f.
Mending
After
the dyeing is complete the shawls are sent for mending,
this process is a quality control process, where products
are inspected for faults in weaving and dyeing |
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g.
Making fringes
The
shawls which pass the initial inspection and mending are
then sent for making the fringes. We have developed creative
ways to make the fringes for our shawls which make the
shawl more attractive and appealing. Only women are employed
for this process as they have nimble fingers to execute
this delicate task. |
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h.
Inspection and Packing
The
final product is now inspected for the last time on specially
designed tables which help to highlight flaws not visible
to naked eye. once the shawls pass this this inspection
they are sent for ironing and packing. |
