We ship all orders within 3 business days from the date we receive your payment.
Due to Covid-19 pandemic and disruptions in international flights we can not give an estimate when your order will reach you.
This is why, if you need your order by a certain date, we suggest that you consider using a shipping service like Fedex, DHL or Aramex.
The shipping costs with these carriers are higher but their delivery timeframe these days is around 7-10 business days.
What makes any outfit truly shine is the quality of the fabric, exceptional craftsmanship, and distinctive accessories. This scarf embodies all three. A one-of-a-kind hand-dyed and handwoven silk ikat accessory from the Fergana Valley of Uzbekistan, it’s the perfect piece to elevate your everyday capsule wardrobe.
Crafted from 100% silk using the centuries-old ikat weaving technique, this scarf represents true artistry. Ikat, a term of Indonesian origin, describes the intricate process of tying and wrapping silk threads before dyeing to create striking patterns. In Uzbekistan, this method is known as the abr technique (Persian: abr = cloud), producing designs with a mesmerizing, cloud-like fluidity. Unlike industrial ikat prints, this scarf is made using authentic, traditional methods. Learn more about this remarkable craft at this link https://uzbekalive.com/what-is-ikat-fabric-is-not-ikat-print/.
UzbekAlive is an ikat fabric online store dedicated to promoting artisanal textile heritage of Uzbekistan. Our focus is on Uzbek ikat fabrics and ikat related products such as ikat cushions, ikat quilts, ikat pillow covers, ikat silk scarves and ikat pattern hand painted bowls.
We also feature some eclectic finds such as hand embroidered suzani and hand painted jewelry boxes which are miniature representations of Islamic mosaics and murals in a form of décor items.
I ordered 2 pillow covers and a very fragile bowl. The packaged traveled a far distance and it arrived at my doorestep in perfect condition. Really well packaged and fast delivery. Really like the quality and aeshetics of the poducts. My compliments to the makers of these products and thanks for the good service.
I just wanted to let you know that my order finally arrived today!!!,i'm so glad,i have to say that it's been worth the wait ,all the fabrics are just beautiful. Thank you very much.
Wow! What a treat to order a beautiful woven piece of art through modern technology and not travel and the excitement of receiving the precious little package wrapped as a gift. I'm ready to put this scarf to work and figure out which one I want next. Thank you. I can't stop looking at it.
The parcel just arrived and the fabric is gorgeous! Just what I hoped it would be...once it is made up into lampshades I will send you a photo so you can use it for your marketing. Please let the designers / producers know they have one more very happy customer! Many thanks!