Nepal has a long history of making felt products, including felt flowers. Felt flowers are made by women artisans in Kathmandu, Nepal, who are trained in the ancient technique of felting. The income they earn from selling felt flowers helps them break the cycle of poverty and provide for their families.
Here are some things to know about felt flowers in Nepal:
Materials: Felt flowers are made with felted wool and azo-free dyes.
Care: Felt flowers can be “refreshed” by steaming the petals and leaves with a steamer or iron.
Fair trade: Some felt flowers are fair trade products that support women in Nepal.
History of felting: The oldest archaeological evidence of felt use is in Turkey, from wall paintings that date from 6500 to 3000 B.C.
The use of felted flower has been known for millennia,
Felt is a durable, it can be made from natural or synthetic fibers, but it’s most commonly made from wool.
HandMade felt flower
Nepali Products
Sizes: Single with wrap- Rs. 175/- FlowerBouquet 7pcs- Rs.1,200/-
Note: Wholesale available upon bulk order
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