Afghan Shawl

Known also as the Qashqai Saddlebag, the Khorjin tribal rug features the 'diamond of life' motif or other diamond patterns. The skilled Qashqai weavers who make these rugs are highly regarded for their expressive craftsmanship and attention to detail, which is why the rugs are sought after – and much loved – by collectors. Tribal camel saddlebags (khorjin) from Anatolian villages are the inspiration for the design of these colourful, short-pile, hand-knotted rugs. Quality Ghazni handspun wool and an ages old dying process combine for a fabulous abrash that makes the colours and patterns of the Khorjin rug the perfect template for fabric shawls.