This one-of-a-kind alpaca wool shawl is handwoven by fair trade artisan cooperatives in Bolivia, then eco-printed in my studio using eucalyptus and a traditional dirty pot dye process. Botanical pigments and natural minerals interact directly with the fiber, drawing out organic botanical prints and earthy tones unique to each leaf and bundle.
The dirty pot method is one of my favorite ways to dye: intuitive, creative, and gentler on both the maker and the environment, without the need for heavy chemical mordants or rigid measuring. It allows for a more hands-on, expressive approach to working with plants and fiber.
Eucalyptus is an especially expressive dye plant, capable of producing a wide range of colors — from soft golds and greens to peaches and deep reds — depending on fiber and process, making every print beautifully unpredictable and entirely one of a kind.
Traditionally associated with renewal, clarity, and energetic cleansing, eucalyptus is often valued for its uplifting and refreshing qualities — bringing a subtle sense of lightness and fresh movement into the piece.
Soft, substantial, and luxuriously warm, this alpaca shawl drapes beautifully with a cozy weight and elegant flow. One of my favorite pieces I’ve ever created — made slowly, ethically, and with care.
Naturally Dyed Fiber Care
Always use a pH-neutral soap to help preserve colors and fibers. We recommend Seventh Generation, Ecos Free & Clear, or Dawn.
Wool:
Hand wash gently in lukewarm water with minimal agitation. Hang or lay flat to dry out of direct sunlight to preserve color and texture.
*Natural Dye Note
Each garment is eco-printed and naturally dyed with real plants, so gentle variations in color and pattern are part of its natural beauty. While we photograph carefully to reflect true tones, lighting and screens may slightly affect how colors appear.
