Baule cloth, named after the Baule people, is a handmade textile from Cote D’Ivoire (Ivory Coast of Africa). Each cloth is created from locally grown cotton, dyed with organic materials, and sunshine. It is then spun, and woven by a Master Baule Weaver, a title that takes about ten years to earn. Each textile is carefully crafted on the loom of an expert artisan; each piece is a work of art.
Fabric Details
The dimensions of the piece are approximately:
Width - 111cm
Length - 168cm
Slight variations in pattern may naturally occur. Color may slightly vary due to lighting.
Process
Baule Fabric is woven using a loom, a device that interlaces threads to create textiles. Skilled artisans use traditional weaving techniques and designs and pattens on the fabric. the fabric is often dyed using natural dyes derived from plants, root, barks, or other natural sources.
Uses
- Decoration (wall hanging, couch throw, bedding, drapes, etc)
- Crafts (pillows, plant pot cover, furniture upholstery, coasters, tapestry, table runner, etc)
- Fashion (tote bags, pants, shirts, dresses, headbands, etc)
- Gift
Care
Dry Clean / Air Dry
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