Decorate your dog or cat collars with these lovely indigo tie-dyed Pet Bow Ties when your favorite furry friend wants to dress up for the day. And with the elastic loop attachment on these ties, they're easy to add onto a collar of any size. You'll enjoy the eco-friendliness of these fashion-forward, organic and naturally hued bowties. Dyed in gorgeous shades of deep and soft blues from the natural beauty of indigo plants, grown in El Salvador by the incredible artisans from Alma de Añil.
Alma de Añil means “Alma of the Indigo,” aptly named for the proprietor and her favorite dye material. Indigo was one of the major crops in El Salvador before the introduction of artificial dyes in the late 19th century when the entire economy began to collapse and switch to coffee. Today, there's a resurgence in indigo, and Alma’s business is one of the leaders, growing organic indigo on a farm outside Santa Ana, then harvesting and processing the indigo to brew the distinctive blue dye. Utilizing techniques that date back to pre-Spanish occupation, the indigo artisans dye textiles into exciting and beautiful patterns. Alma de Añil employs members of 10 families to tend the indigo crops and complete the crafting process, and provides them with gardening space on the farm for their own food crops as well.
The people of El Salvador are among the most generous and determined you'll find anywhere. Emerging from a civil war, they are striving to improve their daily lives and rebuild their ravaged country. Revy works with individuals and co-ops to help them earn a living wage and provide a brighter future for themselves and their children.
Alma de Añil Pet Bow Tie
- Approx. 4" across, 2" high.
- Elastic loop attachment accommodates most collars
Handmade in El Salvador by REVY Fair Trade Products