Lakha Valabhai / Merino Wool Shawl 002
SHIPPED WITHIN A DAY
DESCRIPTION
Avte Bardo is committed to spotlighting artisan made textiles that are designed to be worn in many different ways - supporting the longevity of a piece and the wearer's inherent creativity.
/ MATERIAL
Merino wool: Naturally adapt to your body - holding in warmth when it's cold and letting heat & moisture escape when it's warm.
/ ORIGIN
Jam Khambhaliya, Gujarat
/ TECHNIQUES
Pit-loom weaving, handwoven tassels
Please note: This is a completely handmade garment, and due to the traditional handmade processes of dyeing, weaving, washing, stretching, and prepping, the shawl may display natural imperfections.
CARE
Machine washable. Cold water preferred.
Hang dry only.
SIZE & FIT
SHIPPING, EXCHANGE & TARIFFS
This process takes anywhere between 2 weeks to complete as it is sensitive to seasonal and environmental factors.
Once dispatch, it will take 5-7 business days to reach you.
If you would like a piece by a specific date, please email us at hello@avte-bardo.com so we can accommodate your needs.
Store exchanges are accepted unless the piece is custom made to order. Please reach out within 7 days of receiving your order.
Tariffs: If you are in the U.S, please expect $20-30 USD tariff tax for your package.
LED BY MASTER WEAVER FROM INDIA
Lakhabhai Valabhai is a master weaver from Jam Khambhaliya, Gujarat. He's currently training 5-6 weavers to continue preserving the craft.
Designed for versatility
Merino wool is a highly versatile fabric because its natural, breathable fibers regulate body temperature, keeping you warm in winter and cool in summer.
Sustainably & Ethically Made
Made with chemical free dyes, sourced from shepherds from nearby land, and handwoven to preserve the values and craftsmanship in Gujarat.
With 32 years of weaving experience, Lakha has dedicated his life to preserving the ancestral weaving rituals of his village and documenting communal memory through textiles.
Deeply rooted in the cultural fabric of Gujarat, Jam Khambhaliya weaving is renowned for its extra‑weft technique paired with zari borders and radiant hues.
It's been wonderful to witness the co-creative spirit amongst their family. His father and uncle currently weaves alongside him, while his daughter is learning from him.
Lakhabhai is a recipient of a few awards of excellence: National Award by Government in India (2002), Devadsi Maiya Bunkar Karigar Saman by WRDO (2021), Khemka Family Award of Recognition 2025 for Excellence in Textiles - National.
The family is also committed to sustainable and eco-friendly practices. Every step of the making is a creative act between the body, land and spirit. Pictured here is Lakhabhai's brother using ancient techniques to make warp and weft threads.
