Bakhmal Cushion Cover
ALTINKUL
ALTINKUL
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The Altinkul cushion cover, crafted from the finest silk velvet (Bakhmal), was hand-dyed and hand-woven in Uzbekistan's Fergana Valley, the historic center of Ikat (Abr-band) production. This cushion cover embodies the rich heritage of the Silk Road. Each step, from nurturing silk worms to finishing the fabric, is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship. The luxurious silk velvet offers a warm, inviting touch, making it the perfect blend of tradition and comfort for your home.
COLOUR
Silver and Khaki
MATERIAL
Double-sided Bakhmal (80% silk, 2% cotton)
Piping in khaki cotton
MEASUREMENTS
30 x 50 cm
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Dry clean only
This product is handmade, irregularities are part of its unique character. Handwoven Abr-band fabric typically shows a fine horizontal line approximately every two meters. If your cover has one of these lines, it is not a flaw but a testament to its hand-crafted nature. We ensure that each cushion cover contains no more than one such line.
THE STORY BEHIND
All our Bakhmal Cushion Covers are hand-dyed and hand-woven in Eastern Uzbekistan's Ferg'ana Valley. The Ikat (locally known as Abr-Band) industry is an important source of income for many local families and especially women. Many still cultivate their own Mulberry trees in their backyard to feed silk worms or spend their evenings weaving in their family homes. Our partner workshops offer stable employment. However, the industry is under heavy pressure from cheap mass-produced fake Ikat sold in the local Bazaars and exported worldwide.