Picbil Cloud Blouse: Café Tostado
$180.00
This one-of-a-kind blouse is handwoven by master weavers in Cobán with the delicate picbil (also spelled "pikbil") technique with naturally-dyed cotton threads. Featuring a two-panel design, the blouse has an appealing V-neck created from joining of the two panels, which also done by hadn. The lightweight, gauze-like fabric gives it an airy feel, perfect for dressing up or down.
The traditional picbil motifs woven into the fabric include pacaya leaves and dog paw prints. Each blouse takes 4-6 weeks to complete on a backstrap loom, with all edges finished as clean selvedges—a laborious process mastered by only the most skilled artisans.
This blouse fits like a US size S/M and is made entirely of naturally-dyed cotton.
Measurements:
Width: 26 inches
Length: 22 inches
Material: Naturally-dyed cotton
Care: Wash by hand in cold water with gentle detergent. Line-dry or lay flat to dry in the shade. We recommend storing away from direct sunlight to maintain the brilliance of the natural dyes.
This item ships from Guatemala.
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