Handwoven Literary Reflection - Reading "The Little Match Girl" - Handwoven Wool Cotton Long Stole

This is a handwoven wool long stole, woven with Merino wool as the main component, and complemented by mohair and art yarn. As it is a long style, the warp threads are made of cotton to slightly reduce its thickness. The design was inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale, "The Little Match Girl." The section of red yarn on one side depicts the warm, hazy interior seen through a cloud of smoke each time the Little Match Girl strikes a match. The opposite side, incorporating white, green, and art yarns, offers a bird's-eye view of the bustling crowd surrounding the girl. Dimensions are approximately 39cm in width x 213cm in length. (Includes approximately 1cm side fringe and 6cm tassels). Weighs 202g. The finish is fluffy and exceptionally light. The appearance changes depending on how it's worn, so please enjoy experimenting with different styles. The colors are created by combining several yarns of varying thicknesses. Due to the number of yarns used, each piece is one-of-a-kind. After weaving, the stole is washed thoroughly, which means the shrinkage rate and width are not perfectly uniform. Please appreciate this as the charm of handweaving. All finished handwoven pieces are meticulously fulled (thoroughly washed to remove impurities and enhance texture) and ironed. They are then stored in non-woven fabric and wrapped in a turmeric-dyed furoshiki, so they are ready to be used immediately upon arrival, without needing to be washed. "Saori weaving" is a weaving method advocated by Misao Jo, described as "weaving of the senses, embodying one's feelings at the moment." Details on the creation process and new works are shared on Instagram. ◇ At atk, all orders, including "Standard Shipping," are delivered with gift wrapping. ◇ Complimentary gift wrapping is available. Please notify us via "Transaction Navigation." ◇ We will provide the "tracking number" after shipping is complete. ________________________ Width x Length: Approx. 39cm x Approx. 213cm (including approx. 1cm side fringe and approx. 6cm tassels) Materials: Merino wool, mohair, decorative yarn, cotton for warp threads only ◎ Not plant-dyed. Uses pre-dyed wool yarns. ________________________ Origin / Production Method Japan / Handmade ◎ Gentle handwashing at home is recommended. ◎ Please avoid using washing machines, dryers, or bleach. ◎ Avoid hot water and vigorous rubbing. Dissolve a neutral detergent (such as Acron or Emal, for delicate fabrics) thoroughly in water or lukewarm water (0-30°C). Gently swish or press the item in the water. Rinse gently twice, remove excess water with a towel, reshape, and dry in the shade (entire process takes about 2-3 minutes). Lightly ironing after removing excess water before drying will result in a beautifully finished piece. ◎ Iron on a medium setting with a pressing cloth. ◎ For long-term storage, keeping it with desiccants and moth repellents is advisable. ◎ A simple "Care Instructions" sheet (1 A4 page) will be enclosed with your purchase, detailing washing methods and more.