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Published: 10/05/2013

What is a scarf?

A scarf is in essence a piece of fabric that is worn around the neck or head, generally for warmth, or protection from the sun. Historically they were also worn around the waist for warmth. Apart from the practical uses of a scarf they were also worn for fashion and religious reasons.

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Published: 01/05/2013

What is fair in fair trade

If you have read the "how we started" section of our website you will know the story. It all started from 50 stoles in a back pack and a £1.20 bus fare to the local market in the winter of 2004. I did'nt know what would happen, it was all an experiment, an adventure. I used to turn up at the market with a suitcase and a backpack and just trust to hope. Evidently my trust was well placed. Over the years things snowballed and now we have about 70,000 scarves in stock at the height of the season, or about 700 suitcases! 

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The social benefits of our Net Scarves

Over the last few years our YS275 Net Scarves have been an outstanding success for all concerned. While all our other scarves are made  using traditional weaving looms our Net Scarves are handmade in the truest sense of the word. Each piece is made on a simple wooden frame of about 20 x 70 inches which has nails evenly spaced around the edge.

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Published: 26/04/2013

A short history of weaving

A short history of weaving

Weaving is the primary means of making the fabrics we use in all walks of life. In simple terms weaving is a process in which two sets of threads, or yarns are interlaced at ninety degrees to each other to form a fabric or cloth. The long threads which run through the length are known as the warp, and the lattitudinal threads which run across and are interloccked by the warp are called the weft. It is the way in which the warp and weft are interwoven which give the fabric its characteristics. The most common styles of basic weaving are plain, twill and satin weave. There are many variations within each of these styles.

Most textiles are woven on a loom. In simple terms this is a device which holds the warp yarns in place while the weft, or filling threads are interlaced at right angles to them.

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