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Gypsy Scarves: How They’re Made

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Gypsy Scarves: How They’re Made

Gypsy scarves are handcrafted by a group of skilled artisans in Kyrgyzstan. This traditional process involves layering Asian silk with hand-felted wool, and hand dying the fabric to achieve a rich color. 

The end product is a beautiful, versatile garment that is lightweight yet remarkably warm. Perfect for travel, daytime wear, or special occasions, these scarves are elegant and like no other.
Watch the video below to see each step of the intricate process that creates each handmade scarf.

 

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Vintage Jewelry: the Clignancourt Necklaces

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Vintage Jewelry: the Clignancourt Necklaces

Imagine walking through the biggest flea market in Paris, which spreads over 10 miles and features more than 2,000 shops, each one selling its own unique mix of art, clothing, vintage and modern accessories, and antiques. This is where we were when we discovered the most beautiful antique doorknobs, which eventually became the pendants on some of our most popular necklaces: the Clignancourt pendent, necklace, and locket. … Continue Reading

Symbolic Jewelry: the Dragonfly

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Symbolic Jewelry: the Dragonfly

The lovely dragonfly appears in much of our jewelry, spreading its wings and drawing attention to its elegant and beautiful form. These exquisite insects have been around for all of our history, as fossils of large dragonflies have been found dating back 325 million years. With such a long history, dragonflies have inherited rich symbolism and meaning in many cultures.  … Continue Reading

Talking Turkey

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Talking Turkey

Last year, I was teaching a group of little girls about the country of Turkey, not anticipating the giggles that would ensue just by mere mention of the name.  I spent half the lesson saying, “Yes yes, it’s called ‘Turkey,’ just like ‘turkey.’ Very funny.”  … Continue Reading

The Fateful Beginnings of Gypsy

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The Fateful Beginnings of Gypsy

The Gypsy Lifestyle is all about embracing the unknown, leaning into your fear, and following your wanderlust. These are ideals that Gypsy founders, husband and wife duo Jeannette and Roger Simon, hold dear to their hearts, and are the reason that Gypsy Handmade exists. This company’s origin story is an exciting one – one of past lives, new friends, and undeniable kismet.… Continue Reading ▻