Oasis Del Mar Indigo Batik Pillow Cover - Thailand
Oasis Del Mar Indigo Batik Pillow Cover - Thailand
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Our Del Mar pillow, handcrafted following Fair Trade guidelines in Thailand, has a beautiful hand dyed indigo batik fabric on the front-accented with a row of small cowry shells.
The making of this intricate art is done by Hmong hill tribe women of Northern Thailand. Using large copper blocks, they stamp hot wax designs onto cotton cloths. Making wax outlines allow the dye to dye only the areas without wax. The fabric and wax is then dipped in indigo and other dyes to create the beautiful color. It is then boiled to remove the wax and the final product is what you see here!
It is known when the art of batik was first practiced in Java, batik belonged only to royalty and families of wealth and position. It was a hobby for the royal woman. Aristocrats and royalty had certain designs identifying a family, social status or geographical location on the island. Many of these designs have survived to this day. Today it is believed that certain patterns have special meanings and are thought to bring the wearer good luck, wealth, prosperity, health, etc.
Fits perfectly with a 20x20" insert sold separately here: https://bit.ly/2toII8e
* The back panel is 100% cotton plain fabric.
* Zip closure on back panel
* Handmade in Thailand
* Made following Fair Trade guidelines
Meet the Artisan
Meet the Artisan
In Northern Thailand, master artisan Pranee weaves a tale of tradition and innovation. Her exquisite collection of bags, clutches, and coin purses seamlessly blends the rich heritage of Southeast Asian textiles with modern design sensibilities. Each piece is a testament to Pranee's passion for vintage fabrics and her dedication to preserving ancient techniques, bringing history and artistry to life through contemporary fashion.
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The Impact of Your Purchase
The Impact of Your Purchase
Women in Thailand are often limited by lack of education, skills, and opportunities to build sustainable businesses or careers. 85% of Thailand's female workforce are employed in unskilled jobs with little or no possibility to improve their standard of living. As a result, many families are unable to rise out of poverty. This workshop in Thailand provides safe jobs with fair wages and opportunities for women to expand their skills and careers as Artisans. Every purchase supports a woman in Thailand. Purchase this product and empower a woman in Thailand!
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