Lenten Furoshiki
These furoshiki wrapping cloths are handmade by women of the Lenten tribe, who are known for their indigo dyeing techniques.
You can use it to organize your important things, or to wrap and carry your own cups and cutlery. We hope you enjoy the changes in texture that occur over time.
The Lenten people live in the mountainous region of northern Laos. They are said to have migrated from southern China, and are one of the smallest ethnic groups in Laos, with 50 minority groups.
Until recently, all the villagers wore indigo clothes they made with their own hands and lived a self-sufficient life. Although the village's appearance has changed with the times, it still retains a strong scent of its unique culture.
"Lenten" means "indigo dyeing." As the name suggests, indigo dyeing has been an integral part of their lives since ancient times. They dye and weave everything by hand, using traditional methods handed down over time and with great care, for their families and loved ones. In between housework and farm work, they tirelessly weave embroidery, stitch by stitch, freely and enthusiastically, weaving the fabric into their lives.
The nearly black indigo color, which has been dyed dozens of times, is a color unique to the Lenten people. The strong material and the gentle, soft embroidery have a gentle joy that is different from uniform beauty.
Available in two colors: ecru and deep blue.
| material | 100% cotton |
| Size (cm) | W 35 x H 35 |
| Dyes used | Indigo |
| Country of Origin | Laos |
As natural dyes are used, colours may fade.
Please be careful when using the product if it is wet due to rain or sweat, or if it is dry and rubbed against something.
⚫︎As this is a handmade item made from natural materials, there may be slight variations in size.
In addition, each piece has different shapes, colors, textures, and in some areas the thickness of the thread may differ.
Please be aware that this is due to the nature of the material.
⚫︎Please avoid using this bag to store extremely heavy or sharp objects.
⚫︎When washing, please wash by hand. Add a mild detergent to the water, gently press the item by itself, and dry it in the shade in a well-ventilated place.
Please avoid using detergents containing bleach or fluorescent agents as they may cause discoloration.
Do not tumble dry or dry clean.
When ironing, use a cloth and set the iron at medium temperature.
⚫︎Store in a well-ventilated, low-humidity place away from direct sunlight.
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- Cash on delivery not available
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- No compensation for delivery accidents
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Cancellations, returns and exchanges
We do not accept cancellations, exchanges, or returns of orders due to customer convenience. If you have any questions about products before purchasing, please contact us via CONTACT .
Returns and exchanges are possible only if the product is defective or damaged during delivery, or if the conditions of our shop apply. For details, please see the RETURN POLICY .
CREOLE
Textile designer Rie Yonezawa started CREOLE in 2013. Yonezawa plans and produces products together with artisans and ethnic women from Laos and neighboring countries.
Laos is experiencing rapid development, and while some handicrafts are disappearing, others are being passed down in a different form. In order to ensure that the precious handicrafts handed down from ancient times are preserved forever, we continue to build lasting relationships and make our products.
Both items, from everyday items used in Laos to new items that Yonezawa created from scratch together with village women, have a primitive beauty born from the gentle rhythm of life.
