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We offer recycled silk yarn
or sari yarn and its fiber from the Himalayas.
Recycled silk yarn is the
by-product of colorful saris that women wear in
South Asia. It is the loose ends of saris
collected from industrial mills in India that is
hand spun into yarn in Nepal. The vibrant colors
and unique texture of these silk fibers and silk
yarn are inspirational to designers, knitters,
and artisans. The popularity of recycled silk
yarn has extended beyond Nepal and India and has
created an empowering cottage industry primarily
benefiting women.
We work with women's
development groups in Nepal to produce this
unique yarn and other hand knitted silk yarn
products. Women make this yarn and various
knitwear in their homes while not neglecting
heir other household chores. This work provides
additional income to support and improve their
family earnings. |