My name is Vita I weave traditional Lithuanian sashes, which can be used as a belt, home decor element, as a gift and of course for traditional Lithuanian costume.
I'm skilled and experienced artisan, I work more than 25 years, so you will be sure to buy a precise and well done product.
Information about this sash:
-Length: 250 cm
-Width: about 5 cm
-Colors: white, dark red
-Material: white (linen 100%), dark red (100% wool)
-Historical evidence: Lithuania, XIX c.
About hand picking weaving:
Hand picking woven bands were used as decorative bands for traditional Lithuanian clothes, but it was also used as belts, headbands popular or legwraps. The hand picking weaving technique is used to create strong and narrow bands with a lot of various and nice patterns. This method goes back at least during the XVIII ages where many patterns have been found in Lithuania.
There are 5 ethnic regions in Lithuania. This sash is located in the Žemaitija region.
If you would like to order a product in other dimensions, please contact me as the price may differ from the price quoted.
You can also find me on Facebook
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My website http://vitosjuostos.lt/
My email vita.babiciene [!at] gmail.com
Product code: Lithuanian traditional popular handwoven sash belt handmade belt band gift accessory