{"title":"Portuguese Textiles","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"portuguese-folk-cotton-fabric","title":"Portuguese folk cotton fabric for shawls","description":"\u003cp\u003eFloral fabric inspired by Portuguese Folklore. With beautiful colors and a paisley pattern, these unique ethnic fabrics are inspired by Viana (Portugal north region) historical scarfs \u0026amp; traditions and used to make those shawls.\u003cbr\u003e\nYou can also get more creative, and use this bohemian style cotton fabric for sewing and to make home decor projects, clothes, jewelry or any DIY crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003e| HISTORY |\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany years ago, these scarves were introduced into popular costumes of Viana do Castelo (Minho region). They came with our sailors from their trips through the Danubio in the Austro-Hungarian Empire and they were gifts from them to their beloved. They were so much appreciated by the women from the Minho region, that they were adopted by them and begun being produced in Portugal. \u003cbr\u003e\nThey were worn on the head or on the shoulders. Their patterns are colorful like the landscape of Minho's region and the soul of the People. Floral and paisley motifs are the most common.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folclore Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Green w\/ colours","offer_id":43242524147880,"sku":"CS-PT-CS.Green","price":10.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey shades","offer_id":43242524180648,"sku":"CS-PT-CS.GreyS","price":10.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black w\/ colours","offer_id":43242524213416,"sku":"CS-PT-CS.Black","price":10.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown shades","offer_id":43242524246184,"sku":"CS-PT-CS.BrownS","price":10.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue w\/ colours","offer_id":43242524278952,"sku":"CS-PT-CS.BlueC","price":10.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown w\/ colours","offer_id":43242524311720,"sku":"CS-PT-CS.BrownC","price":10.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/7398\/1608\/files\/Portuguese_folk_fabric_regional_shawls_6.jpg?v=1685216771"},{"product_id":"tabaqueiro-or-alcobaca-handkerchief","title":"\"Tabaqueiro\" or \"Alcobaça\" handkerchief | half linear meter fabric","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHOW IT IS MADE: Woven on a loom, as shown in the video, rather than being printed.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUSES: This fabric is designed for sewing scarves; the thin white line separates the squares needed for scarf-making. They can be used as neck kerchiefs, resembling bandanas. Additionally, it's a versatile fabric suitable for various home decor projects, napkins, clothes, or any DIY crafts.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHISTORY \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe square scarf, initially available in various colours, gained popularity in red with white and black stripes. Its youthful appearance led it to become a staple in the costumes of folk groups. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt originated in the 17th century as a handkerchief for snuff users, earning it the name \"tabaqueiro\" (related to tobacco).\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1774, Alcobaça, Portugal, saw the establishment of the first factory for these scarves, also known as \"O Alcobaça\". Besides its tobacco-related use, it was tied around the neck for fieldwork, preventing dust entry. Adapted by folk groups, it endures as an authentic tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folclore Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46389491761320,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/7398\/1608\/files\/tabaqueiro_red_square_portuguese_scarf_by_the_meter.jpg?v=1705247944"},{"product_id":"geometric-and-floral-portuguese-fabric-for-shawls","title":"Geometric and floral Portuguese fabric for shawls","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSES: This beautiful piece of fabric maybe be used to recreate the traditional shawls, but you can also get more creative and use this lovely fabric to make home decor projects, clothes, jewelry, or any DIY crafts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHISTORY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePortuguese scarves, once worn by women in agricultural labour, featured various patterns and colours. 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