Antique Ottoman Needle Lace Hand-Woven Muslin Scarf is a fine representation of Anatolian Woman art. These scarves were made of hand-woven cotton muslin fabric and special crocheted lace that was made from hand-spun silk using premium lace yarn. No matter how large the venue, for a truly exceptional look, both edges are painstakingly hand-trimmed and embellished with hand-crocheted Oya lace flowers.
A dowry is laid out in the shape of an antique needle lace scarf for the wedding ceremony.
These Scarves are multifunctional, as it's able to be worn as a cape, as a scarf, and as a neck warmer. This is a fun, comfortable, and flexible accessory for the warm weather and the cold. In Turkey, the unique type of lacework is referred to as "Oya".
Antique Needle Lace Scarves are fun complements to your style in the summer: a shawl, bandana, headwrap, or belt. This stunning antique scarf is lined with elegant indigo and ecru lace on the deep red silk.
In Anatolia its traditional name is Yemeni, Yazma.