Hmong & Hemp Throw Pillow Cover
Description
Make a bold and meaningful statement in your home with our Hmong & Hemp Throw Pillows—extraordinary, one-of-a-kind pieces that blend traditional Hmong artistry from Vietnam with ethically sourced hemp from the Hemp Foundation in India. Each decorative pillow showcases a vintage, hand-embroidered, appliqued, and indigo-dyed batik panel that once formed part of a traditional Hmong baby carrier—a cultural textile rich in history, symbolism, and soul.
Lovingly handcrafted, these intricate baby carrier panels are often gifted by mothers to their daughters at weddings to symbolize the importance of family, fertility, and protection. These carriers cradle babies during daily routines while shielding them from both physical harm and spiritual danger through sacred symbols and motifs.
Now reimagined with care and respect, our Afghan artisan partners have transformed these textile treasures into heirloom-quality accent pillows—backed with natural hemp fabric from the Hemp Foundation. The result? A globally inspired, ethically made statement pillow that honors motherhood, resilience, and craftsmanship.
Perfect for boho interiors, global-inspired decor, or as a standout sofa or bed throw pillow, these artisan pieces bring warmth, heritage, and texture to your space.
14" x 22"
Pillow cover only. Purchase inserts here.
We source these vintage textiles from a British and Vietnamese team that ensures fair payment for the pieces go back to the villages that created them.
Details
Material: Vintage cotton with 100% hemp fabric.
Origin:
Artisan Partner: Our Afghan Friends
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Size: Approximately 14" x 22"
Care:
Handmade Vintage
30-Day Return Policy
$7.99 Flat Rate Shipping on All Orders
Ships from North Carolina
What Make Intertwined Products Special?
Intertwined is not simply a shop filled with handmade goods we found along the way (although we do have some of those, too). We design or co-design most of our products in close partnership with skilled artisan makers, combining traditional craft techniques with pieces that feel beautiful, useful, and at home in modern life.
Our artisan partners bring generations of knowledge—handweaving, glassblowing, leatherwork, embroidery, sewing, pottery, and more. We bring design ideas, product direction, and a deep respect for the materials, processes, and people behind each piece.
The result is a collection that feels distinctly Intertwined: handmade, story-rich, thoughtfully designed, and created through relationships—not mass production.
Care Instructions
We recommend dry cleaning your Wool Momo Blanket to preserve its size, texture, and heirloom quality.
These blankets are traditionally finished by soaking in natural volcanic hot springs, which helps bind the wool fibers and gives them their thick, dense, comforting feel. Because wool can continue to felt or shrink with heat, agitation, or sudden temperature changes, we do not recommend machine washing.
For everyday care, shake out gently, spot clean small areas with cool water and mild soap when needed, and air out occasionally. For deeper cleaning, take it to a trusted dry cleaner familiar with wool textiles.
Meet the Artisan
Our Afghan Friends
