A heavy, warm diamond-twill fabric in black and tan, handwoven on a traditional jacquard loom in Nepal. Made from an equal blend of Himalayan giant nettle and New Zealand wool, it has a close weave and a slightly coarse, textured feel.
Composition: 50% Himalayan giant nettle, 50% New Zealand wool
Colour: Black and tan
Weave: Diamond twill
Width: Approximately 62 cm
Sold: By the metre
The nettle grows wild in the eastern hills of Nepal and is handpicked and traditionally prepared. The wool is sourced from New Zealand and selected for its sustainability practices. The natural fibres are prepared using environmentally conscious methods before dyeing.
Consider it for coats, jackets, bags, cushions, furnishings and other sewing projects.
