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Hearth Blanket by ALPORA, a thick felted yak wool blanket with fire-resistant finish, for the hearth-side space, inspired by tibetan dwelling warmth
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Hearth Blanket

Indicative concept price $73.00

A thick felted yak wool blanket with fire-resistant finish, for the hearth-side space, inspired by Tibetan dwelling warmth.

The hearth is the centre of the Tibetan home鈥攅very family gathers around it. The Hearth Blanket is designed for this space. Thick felted yak wool, naturally fire-resistant, with a charred-edge texture that references years of hearth-side use. Deep earth brown. Heavy enough to anchor a room.

Concept specifications

  • Natural-fibre material direction
  • Handmade construction concept
  • Designed for long-term use and repair
  • Natural variation is expected and valued

Provenance before release

Material composition, maker, place of production, dimensions, care, compliance and lead time will be verified at product level before commercial release.

Concept product for ALPORA design development. Final specifications and pricing are subject to production validation.

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Material transparency

Final fibre composition, dye method, maker and place of production will be documented at product level before release.

Potential natural variation

If handmade construction and natural fibres are confirmed for the final product, small differences in tone and surface may occur. Verified variation guidance will be published before release.

Delivery & care

Final care guidance, lead time, duties and delivery method will be confirmed after production validation and before orders open.

Origin

Material provenance

This concept product explores natural-fibre material directions. Material composition, sourcing, and provenance will be verified at product level before commercial release. ALPORA works with highland fibres, natural dyes, and traditional materials from the Himalayan region.

Hands

Artisan & workshop

Dorji Family 路 Gyantse Carpet Weavers

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Technique

Craft process

Handmade construction concept using traditional techniques. Each piece would be crafted by skilled artisans using methods passed down through generations. Construction details, maker information, and production timeline will be documented before release.

Intent

Design logic

Designed for long-term use and repair. Natural variation is expected and valued. The design draws from Himalayan aesthetics while serving contemporary needs. Final specifications and design rationale will be published before commercial release.