About Pashmina
Pashmina is an exceptionally soft, fine cashmere fibre sourced from Himalayan Changthangi goats. Light, warm, and naturally luxurious, it is hand-spun and hand-woven by skilled artisans—most notably in Kashmir—into scarves and shawls known for their elegance, comfort, and timeless craftsmanship.
Pashmina Spinning & Weaving
The spinning is done by women of the house while the men are mostly engaged in weaving.
Embroidery and Washing
Once the shawl or scarf is woven embroidery is done for surface embellishment and once completed is washed with soap-nut solution in running water.
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Yes. Pashmina is meticulously hand-spun and hand-woven exclusively in Kashmir, using fibre that originates from Ladakh. Any cashmere product that is not entirely handmade within Kashmir cannot rightfully be called Pashmina, as this designation is reserved solely for authentic craftsmanship from this specific region.
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Kashmir Pashmina is meticulously handmade from the wool of the Changthangi Goat, known for producing the finest quality cashmere. This wool features exceptionally thin fibers, measuring approximately 14 microns, which is finer than the standard cashmere fibers that typically range between 16 and 18 microns.
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Kashmir Pashmina comes from the fleece of Changthangi goats, which are raised by nomads, not on farms. The fiber is rare and available in small amounts. It is hand-sheared to protect the goats. The whole process is manual, which makes Kashmir Pashmina costly.