Four Steps, One Standard of Craft
Each shawl moves through four deliberate stages before it ever reaches you.
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1
Sourcing Fine Himalayan Fibres
Raw pashmina fibre is collected from mountain goats grazing at high altitude, where the cold climate produces an exceptionally fine, soft undercoat.
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Hand Spinning
Artisans clean and hand-spin the raw fibre into fine, even thread — a slow process that machine spinning cannot replicate at the same quality.
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Hand Weaving
The spun thread is woven by hand on traditional looms, with each shawl taking days to complete depending on its size and pattern.
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Finishing & Quality Check
Every shawl is washed, finished by hand and carefully inspected before it earns the Nepal Thread Co. name.
How to Identify Genuine Pashmina
The Ring Test
Genuine pashmina is so fine it can often be pulled through a finger ring without snagging.
Warmth Without Weight
A real pashmina feels lightweight in the hand but provides noticeable warmth — a hallmark of the fibre itself.
Subtle, Natural Sheen
Authentic pashmina has a soft, natural lustre rather than the high shine often seen in synthetic blends.
Hand-Finished Edges
Look closely at the border and fringe — slight irregularities are a sign of genuine handwork, not a flaw.
Care Guide
Dry Clean Recommended
Always dry clean to preserve softness and shape.
Store Folded
Fold gently rather than hanging to keep its shape.
Avoid Direct Sunlight
Prolonged sunlight can fade colour over time.
Breathable Storage Bag
Use a breathable cotton bag, never sealed plastic.