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Textiles & Weaving Shuttles

Click here to join TAMMACHAT Natural Textiles' e-listWe feature fairly traded, handwoven, naturally dyed textiles from rural women's weaving groups and development projects that work with village groups in Thailand and Laos.

scarves & shawls handbags table runners & cloths sunhats cushions jackets wrap pants

handwoven, naturally dyed, organic silk scarves from Thailand and Laos handwoven, naturally dyed silk scarves from Thailand and Laos

 

handwoven, naturally dyed, organic silk scarves from Thailand handwoven, organic cotton scarves and hats, dyed with natural indigo

Weaving shuttles from Thailand

handcarved Thai rosewood weaving shuttlesThese handcarved boat shuttles, made from recycled rosewood, are handcarved in Northeast Thailand. Wildly popular with TAMMACHAT customers, these 18" traditional shuttles are a joy to use. Contact us for ordering details.

 

 

Care of silks and fine cottons (dry clean or hand wash)

To hand wash:

  • SOAP: Dissolve mild soap in lukewarm water. Soak garment briefly. Work soap through gently; do not wring.
  • RINSE: Rinse until rinse water remains clear. Rinse again with ¼ cup of white vinegar added to the rinse water to neutralize any remaining soap and to restore the fabric’s natural sheen. Rinse once again in clear, cool water to remove the smell of vinegar.
  • ROLL: Roll in a towel to absorb excess moisture.
  • DRY: Dry flat on a towel or hang on a padded hanger. Do not dry in sun or direct heat.
  • IRON: Iron while still slightly damp, at a low-medium temperature for silk, or medium-high for cotton.
    If fabric is completely dry, it is important to re-dampen it before ironing.

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Photo: Fields of rice, the staple food of Southeast Asia

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TAMMACHAT Natural Textiles
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