| Item: | KURUME KASURI Fabric 4 Standing Rapid Stripes 20/1 Purple |
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| Produsing Area: | Japan |
| Material: | Cotton |
| Item Size: | About 38 x 600 x 1cm |
| Item Weight: | About 450g |
| Product description: | [About Kurume Kasuri] A retro belt-driven power loom, connected to 20 weaving machines driven by a single motor, produces Kurume Kasuri. We are the Kurume Kasuri weavers established in 1948, representing a traditional pre-dyed woven textile that epitomizes Japan's heritage. Our fabrics are known for their soft, handwoven-like texture. The intricate weaving process involves more than 30 steps, taking 2 to 4 months to complete. Once woven, the fabric undergoes a natural drying process, shrinking by approximately 10% due to hot water treatment. This meticulous craftsmanship makes our textile a perfect choice for those seeking a truly special piece. [Characteristics of the Weave] Kurume Kasuri features "bokashi" stripes, created by a harmonious blend of varying shades of the same color. "Bokashi" refers to a gradual change in color, forming a striped pattern. The term "stripe" ("shima" in Japanese) originally referred to cotton fabric with vertical stripes imported from foreign countries through Nanban trade. It was called "shima-mono" (island fabric) because it was brought from distant lands ("shima") and later came to be known as "stripe" during the Edo period. [Specifications] Warp Yarn: 40/2, Weft Yarn: 20/1 Fabric Thickness: Standard Chemical Dyeing: 100% 100% Cotton Weaving Width: Approximately 38 cm Finished with hot water treatment and natural drying (allowing direct cutting and sewing after purchase due to approximately 10% shrinkage). [Notes] Sold in 6-meter units, and the price listed is per 6 meters. Please be aware that there may be slight color variations between the actual product and the images. |
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