This fabulous fair trade fabric has been handwoven using space dyed threads in both the warp and weft - double ikat.
Ikat is a dyeing technique used to pattern textiles that employs resist dyeing on the yarns prior to weaving the fabric.
The resist is formed by binding individual yarns or bundles of yarns with a tight wrapping applied in the desired pattern. The yarns are then dyed. The bindings may then be altered to create a new pattern and the yarns dyed again with another colour. This process may be repeated multiple times to produce elaborate, multicolored patterns. When the dyeing is finished all the bindings are removed and the yarns are woven into cloth.
This fabric is sold in 50 cm increments, cut in continuous lengths.
Suitable for: tops, blouses, dresses and skirts
Fabric composition: 100% cotton
Fabric width: 109 cm
Weight: medium
Stretch: none
Care: Always pre-wash your fabric before starting your sewing project.
Gentle hand wash separately in cold water with mild/liquid detergents.
Note: excess natural colours may bleed when washed for the first time. Avoid soaking for too long.
Do not squeeze or wring
Dry in shade
Minor irregularities are expected in handloom fabrics and make each piece unique.
I take great care in photographing my products, but please be aware that minor differences in colour may occur between my camera and your monitor.