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Indigo Chevron Pillow Cover - Laos
Indigo Chevron Pillow Cover - Laos
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Real hand-dyed indigo textiles are hard to find and these are a true work of art you will be proud to display in your home. You can really tell the craftsmanship of the ancient technique that went into making these. The dying tradition is a meticulous and time consuming process. Natural indigo contains no chemicals or toxic metals.
Material: Handwoven, indigo dyed cotton + cotton lining
- Measurements: 16" x 16"
- Details: Zippered closure
- Handmade with love in Laos
- As with all handcrafted goods, there are slight variations making each piece a work of art and truly one of a kind.
- Note: This is only the cover. Pillow insert not included.
Artisan Profile
Our design and production teams work closely with artisan groups in Laos to create items that fit modern, natural lifestyles while still retaining the spirit of traditional craftsmanship. Guided by the principles of fair trade, we work to create employment opportunities for villagers, especially women, and to reduce poverty and each product is made and finished in the villages.
The cotton used to make these pillows is planted by hand. It takes eight months for the plant to produce the cotton flower, then it is picked and ginned by hand, and then spun into yarn. Traditional wood and bamboo looms are used by weavers to transform the cotton fiber into cloth that is then dyed with Indigo. Indigo dying is a skill that is passed on through generations. The dye is made from the leaves and shoots of the “kharm” plant, which grows in Laos.
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