Forêt Handwoven Turkish Peşkir Towel

A centuries-old Turkish textile reimagined for everyday use

The Forêt Hand/Kitchen Towel is a traditional peşkir—a compact counterpart to the Turkish pestemal woven for daily rituals at the sink, bath, and table. Handwoven in Turkey from organic cotton, its fine two-tone pattern creates a subtly reversible surface, while hand-tied natural fringe gives the edges their characteristic finish. Lightweight and quick to dry, it offers an elegant alternative to bulky terrycloth.

Tradition & Craft

The Peşkir Form: Pronounced “pesh-keer,” the peşkir has been used in Turkish homes and bathhouses for centuries. Smaller than a full-size pestemal, it was designed for practical, repeated use throughout the day.
Turkish Weaving Heritage: Its flatwoven structure reflects a textile tradition that values absorbency without excess weight, allowing the towel to fold compactly and dry efficiently.
Hand-Finished Fringe: Each end is completed with knotted cotton tassels, preserving a recognizable detail of traditional Turkish toweling.

Material & Construction

Organic Cotton: Woven entirely from natural cotton for softness, absorbency, and everyday durability.
Reversible Weave: The finely patterned textile can be used on either side, revealing a subtle inversion of its forest-toned design.
Lightweight Structure: Unlike thick looped towels, the flat weave occupies little space in a drawer, basket, or travel bag.
Improves with Washing: The cotton becomes softer and increasingly absorbent as it is washed and used.

Use & Placement

Kitchen Workhorse: Keep near the sink for drying hands, glassware, or freshly rinsed produce.
Guest Towel: Its generous length and finished fringe make it an inviting addition to a powder room or guest bath.
Hair and Travel Towel: The lightweight weave wraps easily and packs down neatly without the bulk of terrycloth.
Table Linen: Fold beside a bread basket or use as an informal runner beneath a serving board.

Product Details

Material: 100% organic cotton
Construction: Handwoven, reversible flat weave with hand-tied natural tassels
Color: Forest green and ivory
Dimensions: Approximately 18 x 38 in / 45 x 95 cm
Origin: Turkey
Properties: Lightweight, absorbent, compact, and naturally quick-drying
Variation: Minor differences in dimensions, weave, and fringe are expected due to hand production

Care

Washing: Machine wash or hand wash gently
Avoid: Bleach and fabric softeners
With Use: The cotton will become softer and more absorbent after repeated washing

Ideal For

• Replacing bulky kitchen and hand towels
• Adding a traditional textile to a guest bath
• Drying delicate glassware and serving pieces
• Packing for travel, picnics, or days at the water
• Gifting to cooks, hosts, and admirers of heritage textiles

Rooted in the Turkish bathhouse tradition yet perfectly suited to the modern kitchen, the Forêt Peşkir proves that the most enduring household objects are often the simplest and most adaptable.