Yaprak Handwoven Turkish Peşkir Towel

A pale cotton peşkir edged with a rhythm of leaves

Yaprak means “leaf” in Turkish—a fitting name for a towel marked by rows of blue-green forms along its border. Handwoven from organic cotton, the Yaprak Peşkir sets a broad ivory field against finely patterned ends and loose, hand-tied fringe. Its restrained design allows the structure of the weave to take the lead, bringing textile detail to the kitchen without feeling overly decorative.

Form & Meaning

The Peşkir Tradition: Used for centuries in Turkish homes and hammams, the peşkir is a smaller relative of the full-length pestemal bath towel. Its practical proportions made it useful for washing, drying, serving, and other daily household rituals.
Yaprak Motif: Named for the Turkish word for “leaf,” the design introduces a botanical reference through repeated blue-green markings rather than a literal floral print.
Functional Beauty: Flatwoven cotton, patterned borders, and knotted fringe turn an ordinary household textile into an object worth leaving in view.

Woven Detail

Organic Cotton: Natural cotton fibers provide absorbency while retaining the lightness characteristic of traditional Turkish towels.
Contrasting Field: A generous ivory center is framed by closely worked blue-green bands, giving the towel a fresh, graphic composition.
Reversible Design: The woven pattern can be appreciated from either side, making the towel easy to display over a rail or oven handle.
Hand-Tied Tassels: Free-moving cotton fringe completes the ends and introduces texture against the orderly weave.

Everyday Roles

At the Sink: Generously sized for drying hands, dishes, or delicate glassware without the weight of terrycloth.
On the Table: Spread beneath a bread basket, carafe, or serving board as a narrow layer of color and texture.
In the Guest Bath: The ivory field and decorative border offer a polished alternative to a conventional hand towel.
Away from Home: Lightweight and compact enough for travel, picnics, or days when a quick-drying towel is useful.

Product Details

Material: 100% organic cotton
Construction: Handwoven, reversible flat weave with natural tassels
Color: Ivory with blue-green woven detail
Dimensions: Approximately 18 x 40 in / 45 x 100 cm
Origin: Turkey
Properties: Soft, absorbent, lightweight, compact, and quick-drying
Variation: Slight differences in size, weave, and fringe are natural results of hand production

Care

Washing: Machine wash or hand wash gently
Avoid: Bleach and fabric softeners
With Use: The cotton becomes softer and more absorbent with each wash

Ideal For

• Hanging where a decorative towel remains visible
• Drying hands, dishes, and fragile glassware
• Layering beneath bread, drinks, or shared appetizers
• Bringing a quieter textile detail to a powder room
• Packing when space and drying time matter

With its open ivory field, leaf-named border, and hand-knotted fringe, the Yaprak Peşkir carries Turkish textile tradition in a form designed to be used every day.