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Harar Recycled Silk Ethiopian Placemat

Harar Recycled Silk Ethiopian Placemat

Regular price $32.00 USD
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These upcycled, zero-waste, Fair Trade Ethiopian placemats are a vibrant celebration of color and sustainability. Crafted with a weft made from repurposed silk saris that have been carefully unwoven and re-spun into new thread, these placemats are truly unique. The variegated silk thread is imported from India and handwoven on an Ethiopian cotton warp, resulting in one-of-a-kind pieces where no two are alike. Named after the colorful and historic city of Harar in Eastern Ethiopia, this collection embodies creativity, culture, and eco-conscious design.

Behind the Weave: How it's Made?

What makes Sabahar Living products different?

Unlike mass-produced home textiles made from synthetics, Sabahar throws, blankets, and pillows are handwoven from locally grown Ethiopian cotton. Naturally breathable and plastic-free, they bring comfort and lasting quality to any room.

How are they made? 

From dyeing to spinning to weaving, every step happens by hand in our Addis Ababa workshop. Cotton is dyed in small batches, spun on drop spindles, and woven on large traditional looms, then finished with details like twisted fringes and invisible zippers.

Who makes them?

Sabahar is a fair trade, women-owned business that has been operating for over 20 years. We provide fair wages, safe working conditions, and long-term employment to over 100 artisans in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

What truly sets them apart?

Every piece features hand-spun cotton, sometimes combined with intricate, four-harness weaving, giving each blanket or pillow a distinctive softness, drape, and character you won’t find in factory-made décor.

Why does it matter?

By choosing Sabahar, you're investing in a product that supports livelihoods, preserves craft heritage, and reduces environmental harm - a small choice that makes a real difference.

 

 Made with 100% Natural Fibers

65% silk, 35% cotton 

Dimensions

35 x 45 cm (13 x 17 inches)

Easy to Care For

Hand wash cold. Hang to dry. 

Shipping

USA

Shipping is free on all U.S. orders over $158.00. Orders ship from our fulfillment center in Pennsylvania and are processed within 3 business days.

Global

International orders ship from Pennsylvania, USA, and are fulfilled within 3 business days. Delivery typically takes up to 2 weeks, depending on location. Duties, taxes, and shipping fees are prepaid at checkout—so there are no surprise charges on delivery.

Love it or Return it!

We accept returns within 30 days of purchase. Items must be unused and in their original condition. Return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility.

Please contact us at hello@sabahar.com with your order number to start a return and receive return instructions.

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