Etnico Llama Throw in Light Brown

Name: Etnico Llama Throw - Light Brown
Brand: Etnico Trade Co.
Price: 299.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Our throws perfectly mix tradition with modern living. Completely handmade and hand-knotted from 100% natural llama wool fabrics, the ancient weaving techniques applied on the making of this product allow for tight knitting, creating an authentic piece of unsurpassed quality and craftsmanship tested by time. Having this sort of standard allows our textiles to be heirloom quality, to be passed down from generation to generation.

This throw can also be worn as a shawl over shoulders or wrapped around the body, perfect for layering underneath a winter coat or for wrapping up.

The design and materials originate from the South-Central Andean region of South America, with the original fabrics and construction techniques used by local artisans for thousands of years. A timeless one-of-a-kind piece, our throws are as beautiful as they are versatile making it ideal for the home or to be worn. The natural llama wool gives this piece a wonderful textural feel, representing luxury with stunning simplicity and attention to detail.

To source this authentic one-of-a-kind piece, ETNICO partners with local artisans utilizing sustainable and socially responsible practices. All ETNICO products are completely handcrafted at the original source. Because the textiles are vintage, no two are the same, which makes each piece uniquely beautiful.

Our ethos and supply chain are dedicated to sustainable fashion, treating everyone involved with respect and fair-trade practices supporting native communities to improve standards of living while preserving grassroot traditions.

Acquiring an ETNICO product, you’re helping promote and preserve ancient artistic traditions. Connecting talented local artisans and their culture with the global community.

100% Handwoven
100% organic llama wool
Approximate Size - 75" x 32" + tassels

WOVEN IN TRADITION

Our work is specific to a place, to a hand and its skill

ETNICO is a social enterprise focused on collaborating with local artisans in the Andean region of South America, to promote and preserve artistic traditions. Connecting talented local artists and their culture with the global community.

Our work resides at the intersection of ancient tradition, technique, and design. Our products represent the spirit and story of the makers and their environment, and a deep appreciation for something to keep and inherit.

At ETNICO, we utilize sustainable and socially responsible practices to support local communities to improve standards of living while preserving grassroot traditions.

Trade & Craftsmanship

ETNICO is the trading partner and mediator, we are collaborators with individuals near and far. Our work is an exercise in the time it takes to produce something, both in planning and finishing.

Our craftsmanship resides at the intersection of ancient tradition, technique, and design. Our shape is traveled, timeless, and rooted in function.

We are inspired by people and time.

ETNICO focuses its work on custom one-of-a-kind textile products, wearables and accessories of premium quality, collaborating with local artisans in the Andean region of South America.

Representing luxury with stunning simplicity, attention to detail and, crisp and heavy natural fabrics. Our collections exhibit a refreshing blend of ancient techniques, natural and noble materials, and skillful artistry.

How we give back.

ETNICO addresses community self-identified needs through a simple model of reallocating profits directly into self-identified community projects and social initiatives that are determined and propelled by the native communities we work with.

These projects address a wide range of environmental, health, social and economic issues. Including gender equality/parity, trade and craftsmanship workshops, and language and critical literacy programs while celebrating and promoting local tradition.

Our Social Objectives:

Contributing to peaceful, secure societies, and stable operating environments.
Sharing values that underpin economically and socially successful societies.
Empowering marginalized groups and reducing inequality.