Lot of Five Om Namah Shivay Prayer Scarf with Thread Embroidery
Dry clean only. Store folded in a soft muslin pouch away from direct sunlight to keep the sheen alive.
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Behind this piece
The phrase Om Namah Shivay is among the oldest invocations in the Shaiva tradition, its syllables carrying centuries of devotional weight. Here, that sacred utterance is rendered in thread embroidery on art silk, a medium that has long served India's festive and ritual textile economy. The scarf format itself belongs to a broad North Indian tradition of lightweight wraps offered at temples, distributed at pujas, and exchanged during auspicious occasions. Gifted as a set of five, these scarves are designed for communal sharing, making the sacred tactile and the act of giving a quiet ritual in itself.
How to style
Drape one over a white cotton kurta during morning puja or a Mahashivratri gathering, letting the embroidery face outward as devotional detail. For a diaspora setting, layer a scarf over a simple linen dress when attending a temple ceremony abroad, paired with oxidised silver jhumkas that echo the thread's metallic undertone. A third way: fold one lengthwise and tie it loosely at the wrist or carry it in hand during a spiritual walk or kirtan. The remaining four make considered gifts, each complete on its own.
Fabric & care
Art silk, woven from viscose or synthetic filaments rather than mulberry silk, requires gentle handling to preserve its sheen. Hand wash each scarf separately in cool water with a mild, pH-neutral detergent, avoiding any wringing or twisting that may distort the embroidered motifs. Rinse thoroughly and press flat between two clean cotton towels to absorb moisture. Dry in shade, away from direct sunlight, which dulls viscose over time. Store flat or loosely rolled in a muslin cloth, never folded sharply at the embroidery lines, to prevent fibre stress and thread pull.
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