Vienna’s Calling – Red-and-white versatile poncho in the colours of Austria.
The base of the shawl is soft organic cotton. The off-white background is actually a combination of 3 different hues to create movement in the cloth. The design is woven in hand dyed 100% Polwarth – a super silky merino blend wool.
This original design poncho cape is versatile – and warm. The opening can be worn front and center, or off to one side. On very windy days you can use a brooch to bring the neck opening closer to your body. This looks especially nice when worn to the side. It can also be belted across the front for a boho style look.
Great wrap to guard against wind and cold. It has weight and can be worn outdoors pedaling your bike or on a walk, or on the sofa watching Netflix. Also a perfect companion for sitting on the veranda in the evening or morning, drinking coffee or sipping wine coolers!
The front/side seam and the entire neckline have been hand finished for a neat professional rounded look and to avoid loosening.
The cloth is soft and drapey. It has been hand washed and dried, then pressed.
Materials: 100% NZ Polwarth and organic cotton. Eyelash fringe. Hand wash only.
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This one-off piece is Work 272. I never weave the same cloth or item twice. Every piece is unique and numbered, every creation has a story to tell.
A crossbreed of Merino and Lincoln sheep, the Polwarth has all the benefits of the Merino – the stable fibre, low grease and luxurious feel – with the length provided by the Lincoln. This long staple length produces a strong, smooth and silky yarn with good stitch definition that takes dye well and can produce a beautiful woven fabric. Polwarth has a sheen to it, and a luxurious feel.
Organic cotton is yarn made from cotton that’s grown and processed using environmentally-friendly methods. These methods typically exclude the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Cotton is a natural fibre that is soft, breathable and absorbent. Cotton can be cool, yet offer warmth, is strong, and can stand up against abrasion wear and high temperature. In one word, cotton is comfortable.
Dimensions: neck opening 12 1/2″ – 31cm // width 24 1/2″ – 62cm // length w/o fringe 68″ – 172cm // fringe 1 3/4″ – 4.5cm.
