100% Premium Himalayan Goat Cashmere Unique Hand Knitted Unisex Scarf - Emerald

Artisan Profile

Nepal/Tibetan Himalayan cashmere is renowned as some of the softest cashmere in the world. Cashmere is extremely light and luxuriously soft, yet keeps you extremely warm. Cashmere comes from the softest undercoat of a goat, and it takes an average of three goats' wool to make one scarf!

All of our cashmere scarves and throws are handloomed in Pokhara Nepal by blind, deaf, or disabled weavers. We partner with a local non-profit organization that provides them with the tools, training, and support necessary to become independent through weaving. In Nepal, the disabled are discriminated against in mainstream society. They have little or no opportunities for work. Weaving allows them to enjoy an independent life, increases their self-esteem, and also improves the way they are treated by their family. The organization further gives back to the disabled community by donating white canes, hearing aids, and wheelchairs, providing food, medicine, and essential goods for aged-care homes, helping the poor and distributing relief to earthquake and landslide victims. With such a great cause, these are our most favorite pieces!

Benefits of Cashmere:
Cashmere is a sought-after and expensive material, often used in high-end clothing and textile products.  It has a combination of unique properties that have earned cashmere its reputation as a luxury material and justify its premium price.  
Softness
Cashmere is known for its softness, producing a luxury feel. Cashmere is from the soft fleecy underlayer of a cashmere goat.  These fibers are of an extremely fine diameter (less than 19 microns, comparatively a human hair is 60 - 120 microns) which is why cashmere feels so soft.  Also, cashmere is a high-loft fiber (air within the fiber) which translates into a plush, luxurious fabric with a silky feel. When properly cared for, cashmere gets softer with age.
Insulation
Cashmere is up to 8 times more insulating than regular sheep’s wool, providing superior insulation.  This is due to the harsh climate the cashmere goats live in, with extreme cold weather conditions.
Lightweight
Cashmere is a lightweight fabric in comparison to the warmth it offers.  Cashmere clothing is never bulky, which makes it easy to travel with – it won’t take up too much space in your suitcase.
Wrinkle-Resistant
Cashmere doesn’t wrinkle, making it an ideal fabric for travel clothing, when you won’t always have an iron on hand.
Elegance
Cashmere drapes beautifully and due to its lightweight nature and resistance to wrinkles, it’s a fabric that always looks elegant and flattering.
Comfort
Not only does cashmere keep you warm without adding bulk, it also has natural stretch, so you can move easily while wearing it.
Moisture Wicking
Cashmere has a high moisture content, and as the humidity changes in the air, so does its insulation, making it comfortable in all climates, even warm ones. The fibers have water-repellent exteriors, and the interior attracts water.  This means that it attracts moisture, such as sweat, away from the body.
No Scratchiness
A lot of people avoid wool due to the scratchy feeling against the skin.  Cashmere is soft and feels great against the skin as the fibers are much finer than wool and are spun tightly to produce a smooth, soft texture.
Breathable
Unlike synthetic fibers, which can leave you hot and sweaty, cashmere allows your body to breathe which helps regulate temperature.
Luxury
Cashmere is considered a luxury material and the best of all-natural fibers.  This is not only because of how amazing it feels against the skin but also because of the price.  The higher price of cashmere is due to the effort involved in collecting cashmere fibers, as it must be done by hand during spring molting season, resulting in a relatively small yield and scarcity.  It takes at least 3 cashmere goats to produce enough fiber in a year to create a clothing item such as a sweater.
Fire Resistant
Cashmere has natural fire-resistant properties and when it is exposed to fire, while it will smolder, it will not melt onto the skin and it can self–extinguish once the source of the flame has gone out.
Hypoallergenic
Cashmere has hypoallergenic properties making it a desirable choice for baby clothes and blankets as well as those with allergies.
Smart Investment
When cashmere is cared for correctly it can last a lifetime.  It is a timeless fabric and classic styles will always be on-trend.