STITCH RESIST ORGANIC COTTON
LIMITED RUN
These undulating patterns are created by hand-tied stitch-resist. Threads are passed through the length of the cloth and then pulled taut, or small gathers are wrapped tightly in threads. In both cases the tension creates a resist that patterns the cloth when it is dyed.
Natural indigo is the dye of choice for stitch resist. These pieces have been in and out of the dye pot several times. Once the desired depth of shade is achieved, the piece is unbound and the living pattern is revealed. The result is deep, rich play of indigo on cloth.
These fabrics are handstitched by the bandhani artisans of Bagru, a group that lives and works alongside the dabu block printers. The time invested in the stitch resist technique means that these remarkable cloths are only available in limited runs.
BLOCK PRINTED ORGANIC COTTON
Maiwa has worked with block printed fabric for over 30 years. The cloth has been hand block printed with natural indigo by skilled "Dabu" block printers in Rajasthan, India. Light to medium weight fabric is perfect for garments and quilting.
The technique used in this cloth is a mud-resist known as “Dabu.” A cold-water resist, Dabu is particularly effective for blocking out areas during an indigo bath. The character of Dabu and the wooden blocks used to apply it, go together to create the distinctive patterns known as “Dabu” prints.
These wooden blocks are carved by the same artisans who make the printing blocks used by Dabu printers. Pieces of hardwood are meticulously chiseled by the block carvers using hand tools. They may be used to print fabric or paper, or can be placed on a shelf - a marvel of human ingenuity.
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