Black Merino & Silk Nuno Felted Shawl with Statement Flower
A dramatic yet beautifully lightweight shawl, handmade from fine merino wool and natural silk in deep graphite and black tones. Its flowing, transparent silk edges create an elegant sense of movement, while the large sculptural flower in rich red, orange and golden shades adds a striking artistic accent.
Every element is shaped by hand, making this shawl a truly one-of-a-kind piece of wearable art.
Elegant and versatile, it can be worn as a bridal or evening wrap, draped over a dress for a special occasion, or styled with a simple top, jacket or coat. It provides a light, comfortable layer of warmth without feeling heavy—perfect for cooler evenings, air-conditioned interiors or year-round wear.
The shawl is created using the traditional nuno-felting technique. Fine layers of merino wool are arranged over natural silk and gently worked with water and Marseille soap until the fibres travel through the silk and permanently bond with it. The result is a soft, flexible textile with beautiful texture, movement and drape.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
• One-of-a-kind design, individually handmade
• Fine merino wool combined with natural silk
• Lightweight, soft and comfortable against the skin
• Large sculptural flower in warm red, orange and golden tones
• Elegant transparent silk edges
• Ideal for weddings, evening occasions and artistic everyday styling
• A beautiful and memorable gift for someone special
SIZE
Approximately 180 × 50 cm
70 × 20 inches
As each piece is individually handmade, slight variations in size and form are part of its unique character.
MATERIALS
100% natural silk
100% fine merino wool
CARE
Gently hand wash in cool water using a mild soap. Do not wring or place in a washing machine. Carefully press out excess water, reshape and leave flat to dry. Iron on the silk setting if needed.
HANDMADE IN NEW ZEALAND
Created by textile artist Agnieszka Arciszewska in her VESU studio in Auckland, New Zealand. Agnieszka has been designing and creating for over 15 years, drawing inspiration from nature and working with fine merino wool, natural silk and other carefully selected natural materials.
Each VESU shawl is made slowly and individually, with great attention to detail. No two pieces are ever exactly alike.
PACKAGING & SHIPPING
Your shawl will be carefully checked and beautifully presented in a box to protect its shape during shipping. Orders are dispatched from New Zealand within 1–3 business days.
RETURNS & EXCHANGES
Because this is an individually handmade and unique piece, returns or exchanges for a change of mind are not accepted. If there is any issue with your shawl upon arrival, please contact me within 3 days, and I will be happy to help. This does not affect any rights you may have under applicable consumer law.
Featured in Avenues Magazine – Wool Edition, Christchurch.