About Jewel of Kashmir
Kashmir's finest Shawls, Chainstich Rugs and Jewellery
Jewel of Kashmir was created in the summer of 2003, with the objective of connecting the world to the beautiful artisan creations of the Kashmir Valley. A family run business for generations within the sub-continent, it was finally brought to streets of London.
We learnt the trade by interacting with numerous artisans. Developed strong friendships over the years with these wonderful artists and became an integral part of their lives. It was over these interactions that we realised it was important to share the talent of these wonderful people with the wider world.
Entrusted as the guardians of their talent, we set up roots in the streets of London. The humility of working for the artisans of the Kashmir Valley can be heard when we speak about each product that is showcased. Jewel of Kashmir is our way of connecting the world to these artisans, come and join us on this journey and become part of Kashmir.
About our Products
We hold a collection of authentic Kashmiri shawls & scarves which have etched an indelible influence in the world of women’s fashion for centuries. Kashmir shawls are highly prized for their fine wool, skilled weaving, embroidery and soft texture which is as a result of delicate handwork and hours of craft which goes into the preparation of the products. Our speciality shawls could take 6-12 months to manufacture. These shawls are made from pashmina wool (cashmere), taken from the under hair of pashmina goats living on high-altitude plains of Ladakh, Nepal and Tibet, they are then separated according to the colour and spun into yarn and woven on a loom. The history of Kashmir shawls goes back to 1st century AD and it is since then that the region has been an epicentre of specialist craft in the form of hand embroidery and hand weave. The knowledge & expertise offered by the Kashmiri craftsmen is impeccable and represents a unique charm which is portrayed in the speciality products.
