A large checked handwoven shawl in navy blue, pale blue and turquoise, woven with 100% fine merino lambswool on a floor loom.
This shawl can be draped over the shoulders but can also be worn wrapped around the neck as a generous scarf. It would look great with a winter coat outdoors or indoors as a warm addition to a jumper or cardigan. Woven on Emma's floor loom using a fine 8 shaft zig zag pattern within a large checked design using merino lambswool. Woven using beautiful sea colours with the bold geometric design creating a luxury statement accessory.
Merino lambswool is one of the finest natural fibres available for accessories as it is exceptionally soft against the skin, warm without bulk. The wool is naturally breathable and comfortable across seasons. As this is handwoven this shawl is a true one of a kind: the tension, the colour balance and the drape of the finished cloth are all outcomes of the making process. No two pieces from the same warp are identical.
Dimensions
46cm x 196cm
Material
100% fine merino lambswool, handwoven on a floor loom.
Gifting
This shawl arrives in Emma’s branded gift packaging as standard. Perfect for a birthday, Christmas or occasion gift for someone who would appreciate a handmade British textile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Handwoven Merino Lambswool Scarf
What is merino lambswool and is it soft?
Merino lambswool is wool from the first shearing of a merino sheep, which produces an exceptionally fine and soft fibre. Merino wool in general has a lower micron count than standard wool - meaning the individual fibres are finer - which is why it does not itch or scratch in the way that coarser wools can. Lambswool specifically has an additional softness and a natural spring that makes it comfortable to wear directly against the skin. This shawl is made from 100% fine merino lambswool throughout.
How is this scarf different from a shop-bought checked scarf?
A shop-bought checked shawl is typically made from fabric woven in a mill at scale, in a standard colourway that may be repeated across thousands of units. Emma weaves the fabric for this shawl herself on a floor loom in Salisbury, Wiltshire - she sets the warp, chooses the yarn colours, and weaves each piece by hand. Because the weaving is done by hand, the tension, drape and texture of the finished cloth are the direct result of the making process. No two pieces are identical.
How do I care for a merino lambswool scarf?
Hand wash in cool water with a wool-safe detergent and minimal agitation - do not rub or wring the fabric. Rinse once and dry flat; do not hang to dry as this may stretch the weave. Do not machine wash or tumble dry. For routine freshening, airing the scarf is usually sufficient and hand washing should only be needed occasionally. If you spot a small stain, sponge it gently with a damp cloth before it sets.
Is this shawl suitable as a gift?
Yes. It sits in the mid-range of the collection and makes a substantial gift for a birthday, Christmas, retirement or special occasion. The bold checked colourway is distinctive enough to feel considered rather than generic, and the handwoven provenance - made by a single maker on a floor loom in Wiltshire - gives it a story that a mass-produced accessory cannot offer. Every order arrives in Emma’s branded gift packaging as standard, so no additional wrapping is needed.