This kente scarf is perfect for Black History month. Home decoration or African clothing accessory made in Kente Cloth designs originating in Ghana. Wonderful table runners to add an African flavor to any environment. Also commonly used as scarves and sashes. Fabric made in India: not hand woven Kente cloth. Approx. 12" wide X 44" long. Not made in Africa. C-A925

Home decoration or African clothing accessory made in Kente Cloth designs originating in Ghana. Wonderful table runners to add an African flavor to any environment. Also commonly used as scarves and sashes. Fabric made in India: not hand woven Kente cloth. Approx. 12" wide X 44" long. Not made in Africa. C-A926

Connect with the culture and style of Africa
Nothing captures the vibrant African vibe quite like kente cloth. The history of African kente cloth goes back to the 12th century, when these colorful fabrics were worn by African royalty. The name kente comes from the word "kenten" (basket), because of the cloth's resemblance to a basket-woven design. Each kente pattern is distinct and has its own special meaning. Many people around the globe are proudly wearing kente cloth today to show their unique sense of fashion and their connection to the motherland. In addition to clothing, kente cloth prints can be used to create crafts, decorations, throw rugs, table cloths, etc. 100% cotton. Fabric produced in India.45" wide. Fabric weighs 4 oz./yard. T-1309

Connect with the culture and style of Africa
Nothing captures the vibrant African vibe quite like kente cloth. The history of African kente cloth goes back to the 12th century, when these colorful fabrics were worn by African royalty. The name kente comes from the word "kenten" (basket), because of the cloth's resemblance to a basket-woven design. Each kente pattern is distinct and has its own special meaning. Many people around the globe are proudly wearing kente cloth today to show their unique sense of fashion and their connection to the motherland. In addition to clothing, kente cloth prints can be used to create crafts, decorations, throw rugs, table cloths, etc. Fabric produced in India. 100% cotton. 45" wide. Fabric weighs 4 oz./yard. T-1409

For a hint of culture
This kente tie set gives you that accent of Africa that will capture attention anywhere. Tie is 55" long. Hankerchief is sometimes included, but not normally. 100% cotton, best if hand washed. Made in India. C-A920

THIS TIE COMES WITHOUT A MATCHING HANDKERCHEIF

Kufi Hats-Mudcloth; Produced from authentic African mudcloth. Mudcloth is made using ancient and extensive process. Fabric is all hand spun making seven individual cloth sheets in this work. Each strip of cloth is then sewn together. The entire piece of fabric is then dyed in tea made from Bogalon tree found in sub-Saharan Africa. The tea acts as a fixative for mud painted designs that are hand painted using specially prepared mud. This piece has been bleached after entire process is complete to give a lighter look: unique and more treasured. Mud dye has been used for many centuries to pass African culture from generation to generation. Approx. 22" in circumference. Made in Mali C-A045
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