Backstrap-Loomed Cotton Scarf

This cotton scarf's decoration comes from the colors of the warp threads, which need to be precisely counted and varied in order to create this plain-weave design on the backstrap loom. 

 Weaver: Cooperative "Mari" Partner Weaver

 Technique: Backstrap loom weaving

 Dimensions: 14 X 70 inches

 Time to weave: 2 days

 Origin: Cotzal, El Quiché, Guatemala

 Materials: 100% Cotton

 Care: Machine wash and dry, delicate