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Maine Balkan Blankets
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Burgundy or Black & White Plaid Merino Wool Blankets measure 7 feet by 5 feet, and are machine washable (warm water, gentle cycle, no spin). Hang on a line to air dry.
Maine Balkan Blankets are just the ticket for the extra warmth that you are looking for or they are a thoughtful gesture as a gift. Following the proud tradition of textile weaving that once fueled Maine’s economic engine, these great blankets are made in Bulgaria by master weaver Boyan Stoimenov from select merino wool that is purchased in the mountain villages of this former communist block country. When you purchase one of these blankets you are helping to support family-owned industry and small family farms, providing hope for the future in a land that is still recovering from the collapse of Soviet-era factories and agricultural collectives. The proceeds of the sale of these blankets goes directly to the weavers.
Our friends, Tom and Kirsten, import these fabulous blankets through their business that is located here in Maine. The enterprise began as a result of a trip that they made to Bulgaria with Kristen’s choral group, the Maine Balkan Women’s Choir. The group had ostensibly gone to expand and develop their techniques of this melodic and interesting style of singing. Their host family introduced Tom and Kristen to Boyan, the master weaver who creates these fabulous blankets. Tom, who is never one to sit still on an idea, recognized the opportunity to connect with Maine’s textile past and support a fair trade business by directly importing these Balkan blankets. Hence, Maine Balkan Blankets. A wonderful way to add an extra layer of warmth for your home or to give as a thoughtful gift.
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