Knit Fleece Lined Mittens, Nepal

Assorted handknit wool mittens from Nepal, fleece lined. Cozy and cheerful, these are a winter must-have. Like all our products, these mittens are handmade, so sizes may differ.

Assorted colours and patterns. Come in store to try them, leave us a note with your preference, or let us choose for you!

• Material: Handknit wool with fleece lining
• Dimensions:
  • Approx. 10" / 25 cm long
  • As each item is handmade, sizes vary slightly (total length, thumb)
• Care: Hand wash in cool water or dry clean, lay flat to dry
• Fair trade from Nepal

Artisan information:

Most Ganesh Himal knitwear is knit by women in their homes while their children are in school. Organized into small neighborhood groups, one woman is elected as a team leader. The team leader picks up the pre dyed wool and delivers the wool and orders weekly. She then will pick up the finished product and deliver them to the main office. Once at the main office they do the finishing, lining and final quality control. For Nepali women it is vital to be able to work in their homes while caring for their children and at the same time gain a fair income. This income gives them a larger voice in their homes and allows many to keep their children in school.