Handwoven from handspun Ethiopian cotton, often with hand-twisted frays on both ends, the Gabi blanket has many uses in everyday life. They can be seen all over Ethiopia, draped around the shoulders of men and women alike, used as a swaddle for newborns, or hung in homes as room dividers. For those who have left their home in Ethiopia, the Gabi blanket is a small but powerful reminder of their homeland and is a cherished possession.