Stacked diamonds trail down the center of this handcrafted Moroccan cactus silk pillow, echoed by star motifs at each corner, hand-stitched in white against a rich rust ground with natural tonal streaking. Woven from the resilient fibers of the Saharan aloe vera cactus — often called cactus silk or Sabra silk — this pillow measures approximately 19" square. Note: the cover is intentionally sized slightly smaller than a standard 20"x20" insert, giving it a fuller, more tailored look once stuffed — typical of handwoven cactus silk covers, not a sizing error. Finished with a coordinating braided cord along the seams and raw corner fringe. Each piece is one of a kind; small variation in stitch and size is part of its handmade character.

This is a handmade Moroccan cactus silk pillow, approximately 19" square (fits a 20" insert), in rust with a central stick-figure medallion, corner star motifs, and dashed borders.

This is a handmade Moroccan cactus silk pillow, approximately 19" square (fits a 20" insert), in rust with a stacked diamond trail and corner star motifs.

Q: What's the difference between cactus silk and jute or sisal? A: Cactus silk (from agave) has a soft, lustrous hand-feel similar to real silk, while jute and sisal are coarser plant fibers typically used for rugs — cactus silk is chosen specifically for its softer texture.

*Era: Contemporary
*Material: Agave (cactus) silk, cotton backing, natural vegetable dyes
*Size: Approx. 19"(L) x 19"(H) cover;  insert 20"x20"
*Color: Rust, with contrasting white cross-stitch embroidery
*Features: Braided cord trim; raw fringe at corners
*Care: Remove insert before cleaning; dry clean only

*Colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio