Asaf's passion for textiles started when he was 15 year’s old, as an apprentice to his uncle, a collector of the finest old carpets in Srinagar, Kashmir. Growing up surrounded by these beautiful carpets, he learnt a great deal about them. That's how he happened to meet Jenny Housego an avid collector of old carpets. Jenny is very knowledgeable about the history of textiles and carpets. In her quest to learn more about where and how the fiber from the Changra goats of Ladakh region was spun and woven into beautiful Cashmere shawls, she turned to Asaf who being of an enthusiastic and curious nature, was more than happy to embark on that journey. That was the beginning of Kashmir Loom 18 years ago, and Asaf has been instrumental in realizing its vision as co-founder ever since.
