Blanket cloak

Due to the cold climate in the Northern Mountains the People of the Mountains wear thick, warm clothing all year round. These heavy cloaks are a nessesity to survive the bitter temperatures. The design means that they can be worn around the body during the day and be unfolded at night to serve as a blanket. The use of hooks and eyes allows them to be attached to their sleeping mats to keep the heat in and make the night more comfortable.

Manufacturing process

These cloaks are made in a single night by the women in the village. They work together to prepare the animal skins and to make the woollen cloth, then they add the embroidery before sewing the two layers together.

History

The design of these cloaks has been passed down for generations, no one knows who first came up with the pattern but is has become widespread among these people.

Significance

They are an important cultural symbol for the People of the Mountains with each tribe and family using different patterns and combinations of embroidery to reflect each individual's identity within the larger group.

Item type

Clothing / Accessory

Related ethnicities

• People of the Mountains

Rarity

Every child born to the People of the Mountains is given one that was made specifically for them.

Raw materials & Components

They are made of two layers, the inside layer is made from animal skins from the goats that roam the mountains and are hunted by the men for food and their skins. 
The outer, more decorative layer is woven from sheep wool and embroidered and dyed into wonderful patterns.

Tools

A loom is needed to create the cloth for the outer layer, sewing needles are needed to craft the intricate embroideries and to attach the two layers together.