handcrafted Tallit: A Sampling From Studios in Israel

Tallit buyers, for the most part, can be divided into two kinds of people: those in the store for a original tallit and citizen who prefer a modern look. If you are the latter type, chances are you have no need for a handmade tallit, but plainly need to find a quality wool black-on-white tallit. But for those in the store for a modern tallit, the options are very broad in terms of fabric, colors, styles and prices.

Sizing

Tallit

Most handmade tallits are sold as sets, with a matching bag and kippah included. The most base sizes are 20 x 80 inches, which is worn hanging down in front, and 50 x 80 inches (or 60 x 80 inches), which covers the back as well.

Fabric

Wool has a first-rate look and is the fabric of selection from a halachic perspective. Cotton is a good alternative for those allergic to wool. Silk provides greater detail and higher sheen than wool.

Colors

Traditionally tallits are made with a white base. Galilee Silks (don't let the name fool you - they make mostly wool tallits) starts with a white wool tallit and adds tastefully designed garnish and embroidery work to originate a gorgeous atara (neckband) with matching corners. Galilee Silks tallits are handmade in northern Israel at a Judaica textile studio headed by Shlomit Azati.

Gabrieli is among the leaders in the use of vibrant base colors, so if you would like a bold red or blue tallit, Gabrieli Hand Weaving is a good place to start. The world-famous Gabrieli tallit has been made in Israel on hand looms for over four decades.

Located in the Old City of Jerusalem, Weaving Creation makes excellent hand-woven tallits using a luxurious cotton yarn. They specializing in bringing together a unique set of colors chosen by the customer.

Yair Emanuel Judaica, which is based in Jerusalem, is illustrious for their use of geometry. Note that they work in cotton and silk, but not wool. Their tallits are commonly thin and lightweight. Yair Emanuel's style incorporates a fusion of original motifs influenced by oriental and modern art. Designed and crafted at his Jerusalem studio, the Emanuel tallit features a unique mixture of old and new, using vivid color schemes.

Handmade Tallit Prices

The typical range for handmade tallit prices is 0 to 0 for a perfect set, depending of course on the size and fabric you choose.

handcrafted Tallit: A Sampling From Studios in Israel