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A6 Journal – Alex McKenzie “Birds and Bees” pattern
A6 Indigo Journal Alex McKenzie artist collaboration "Birds and Bees" pattern Indigo journal cover in Alex McKenzie Birds and Bees pattern. Hand dyed natural indigo. 100% cotton and recycled paper.
Size: 105mm x 148mm or 4.1 x 5.8 inches
Hand-made, plant-dyed natural calico cotton with pattern created through an ancient method, by a traditional and recognised Indigo Master and his family, that uses hand cut katazome paper patterns with a resist soy bean and natural rock lime paste technique.Hand stitched using traditional Asian book binding techniques.
Please see our on line and instagram videos for how it's made. Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this product is a sustainable fashion item.
You can learn more about the Lan Yin Hua Bu dyeing process here.
Because of these natural processes, and ethical practices this is a sustainable item but can have colour and pattern variance from photos.
We welcome trade customers. Please contact us for wholesale prices and international shipping.
Antique Black Indigo Katazome 12
Rare antique black indigo katazome with double medallion is very unsual rust red katazome patterns. Cloth is in mint condition
Increasingly rare examples of these katazome fabrics, also known as, Lan Yin Hua Bu, can still be found in the country side villages, dating back 100 years. The cotton was hand woven, which is why the cloth is divided into 3 hand stitched patterns.
This particular cloth measures 212cm x 130cm and is an unusual black and rust colouration made by mixing a natural red dye with the indigo. The cloth is in good condition and has double medallions
There are 2 main types of antique indigo katazome cloth:
- Square: ‘Wrap cloths’ used to store and carry personal items were folded at the corners and tied together. A symbolic silk flying bat, sewn in one corner was a sign of prestige
- Rectangular: these were traditionally bed covers, often given as wedding presents or for children’s bedding. The symbols and designs were to wish long life, prosperity and a happy life together or good luck with the children’s exams.
Antique Boro Indigo Katazome Cloth 48
Antique Indigo Katazome Dragon and Phoenix Cloth
Increasingly rare examples of Lan Yin Hua Bu can still be found in the country side villages, dating back 100 years. The cotton was hand woven, , which is why the cloth is divided into 3 hand stitched patterns. This particular cloth measures 200cm x 140 cm and is an unusual floral pattern. The cloth and indigo is in very good condition ad was not used very much, owing to it's dark indigo colour
There are 2 main types of antique indigo katazome cloths:
- Square: ‘Wrap cloths’ used to store and carry personal items were folded at the corners and tied together. A symbolic silk flying bat, sewn in one corner was a sign of prestige
- Rectangular: these were traditionally bed covers, often given as wedding presents or for children’s bedding. The symbols and designs were to wish long life, prosperity and a happy life together or good luck with the children’s exams.
Antique Dragon Indigo Katazome Cloth
Antique Indigo Katazome Dragon and Phoenix Cloth are increasingly rare. Also known as, Lan Yin Hua Bu, can still be found in the country side villages, dating back 100 years. The cotton was hand woven, which is why the cloth is divided into 3 hand stitched patterns.
This particular cloth measures 195cm x 135 cm and is an unusual and exceptionally beautiful phoenix and dragon pattern with butterflies in the corners symbolising good luck. The cloth has wear and lightly faded.
Antique Indigo Katazome 33
Antique indigo katazome with unusual blue colouration and buddha on mythical horse dragon
Increasingly rare examples of these katazome fabrics, also known as, Lan Yin Hua Bu, can still be found in the country side villages, dating back 100 years. The cotton was hand woven, which is why the cloth is divided into 3 hand stitched patterns.
This particular cloth measures 210cm x 130cm and is an unusual blue colouration. The cloth is in good condition and has Buddha riding an half horse and half dragon with gourds, which are a traditional marriage ceremony symbols.
There are 2 main types of antique indigo katazome cloth:
- Square: ‘Wrap cloths’ used to store and carry personal items were folded at the corners and tied together. A symbolic silk flying bat, sewn in one corner was a sign of prestige
- Rectangular: these were traditionally bed covers, often given as wedding presents or for children’s bedding. The symbols and designs were to wish long life, prosperity and a happy life together or good luck with the children’s exams.
Antique Indigo Double Sunflower Katazome 32
Antique indigo sunflower katazome with unusual double medallion and sunflower floral katazome pattern.
Increasingly rare examples of these katazome fabrics, also known as, Lan Yin Hua Bu, can still be found in the country side villages, dating back 100 years. The cotton was hand woven, which is why the cloth is divided into 3 hand stitched patterns.
This particular cloth measures 210cm x 170cm and is an unusual double medallion sunflower floral pattern. The cloth is in good condition and beautiful lightly faded indigo
There are 2 main types of antique indigo katazome cloth:
- Square: ‘Wrap cloths’ used to store and carry personal items were folded at the corners and tied together. A symbolic silk flying bat, sewn in one corner was a sign of prestige
- Rectangular: these were traditionally bed covers, often given as wedding presents or for children’s bedding. The symbols and designs were to wish long life, prosperity and a happy life together or good luck with the children’s exams.
Antique Indigo Katazome Bedspread 53
Antique Indigo Mythical Creatures cover this Incredible indigo katazome cloth with beautiful flora and fauna patterns
Increasingly rare examples of these Antique Indigo katazome Cloth, also known as, Lan Yin Hua Bu, can still be found in the country side villages, dating back 100 years. The cotton was hand woven, which is why the cloth is divided into 3 hand stitched patterns.
This particular cloth vintage dark indigo katazome measures 200cm x 140cm and is an unusual repeat floral peony flower patter. The cloth is in excellent condition and dark indigo with a very clear print pattern showing the skill of an indigo master who took great pride in their work.
There are 2 main types of antique indigo katazome cloth:
- Square: ‘Wrap cloths’ used to store and carry personal items were folded at the corners and tied together. A symbolic silk flying bat, sewn in one corner was a sign of prestige
- Rectangular: these were traditionally bed covers, often given as wedding presents or for children’s bedding. The symbols and designs were to wish long life, prosperity and a happy life together or good luck with the children’s exams.
Antique Indigo Katazome Cloth -80
Antique Indigo Floral Katazome are very rare. Also known as, Lan Yin Hua Bu, can still be found in the country side villages, dating back 100 years.
This particular cloth measures 130cm x 88 cm andAntique Indigo Floral Katazome. The cloth is in very good condition for its age. A great piece of fabric for inspiration for patterns, colour and texture.
The back of this cloth is of particular interest with beautiful original boro patching, known as 'pin bu' in Mandarin.
There are 2 main types of antique indigo katazome cloth:
- Antique Indigo Floral Katazome : ‘Wrap cloths’ used to store and carry personal items were folded at the corners and tied together. A symbolic silk flying bat, sewn in one corner was a sign of prestige
- Others are Rectangular: these were traditionally bed covers, often given as wedding presents or for children’s bedding. The symbols and designs were to wish long life, prosperity and a happy life together or good luck with the children’s exams.
Antique Indigo Katazome Sunflower Cloth 76
Antique Indigo Sunflower Katazome
Increasingly rare examples of these Antique Indigo Katazome Cloth, also known as, Lan Yin Hua Bu, can still be found in the country side villages, dating back 100 years. The cotton was hand woven, which is why the cloth is divided into 3 hand stitched patterns.
This particular cloth Antique Indigo Sunflower Katazome measures 212cm x 136 cm and is an unusual repeat floral sunflower pattern with butterflies in the corners symbolising good luck. The cloth is in good condition and dark indigo. The quality of the print is more naive, typical of cloths handmade in the countryside. Usually given as wedding gifts
There are 2 main types of antique indigo katazome cloth:
- Square: ‘Wrap cloths’ used to store and carry personal items were folded at the corners and tied together. A symbolic silk flying bat, sewn in one corner was a sign of prestige
- Rectangular: these were traditionally bed covers, often given as wedding presents or for children’s bedding. The symbols and designs were to wish long life, prosperity and a happy life together or good luck with the children’s exams.
Antique Indigo Katazome Wraping Cloth
Antique Indigo Katazome Wraping Cloth are very rare. Also known as, Lan Yin Hua Bu, can still be found in the country side villages, dating back 100 years. The cotton was hand woven.
This particular cloth measures 125cm x 125 cm and is an unusual patterns with phoenix, double money, peony flower, bamboo, butterflies in the corners symbolising good luck. The cloth is in very good condition for its age.
There are 2 main types of antique indigo katazome cloth:
- This Antique Indigo Katazome Wraping Cloth is the Square: ‘Wrap cloths’ used to store and carry personal items were folded at the corners and tied together. A symbolic silk flying bat, sewn in one corner was a sign of prestige
- Others are Rectangular: these were traditionally bed covers, often given as wedding presents or for children’s bedding. The symbols and designs were to wish long life, prosperity and a happy life together or good luck with the children’s exams.
Antique Indigo Katazome Wraping Cloth -81
Antique Boro Indigo Katazome
Increasingly rare examples of Lan Yin Hua Bu can still be found in the country side villages, dating back 100 years. The cotton was hand woven, which is why the cloth is divided into 3 hand stitched patterns.
This particular cloth measures 110cm x 110 cm and is an unusual patterns with phoenix, cranes, deer, peaches and bats, and butterflies in the corners symbolising good luck. The cloth is in very good condition for its age.
The back of this cloth is of particular interest with beautiful original boro patching, known as 'pin bu' in Mandarin.
he cloth and indigo is in very good condition ad was not used very much, owing to it's dark indigo colour
There are 2 main types of antique indigo katazome cloths:
- Square: ‘Wrap cloths’ used to store and carry personal items were folded at the corners and tied together. A symbolic silk flying bat, sewn in one corner was a sign of prestige
- Rectangular: these were traditionally bed covers, often given as wedding presents or for children’s bedding. The symbols and designs were to wish long life, prosperity and a happy life together or good luck with the children’s exams.
Antique Indigo Mythical Creatures Katazome Cloth 60
Antique Indigo Mythical Creatures cover this Incredible indigo katazome cloth with beautiful flora and fauna patterns
Increasingly rare examples of these Antique Indigo katazome Cloth, also known as, Lan Yin Hua Bu, can still be found in the country side villages, dating back 100 years. The cotton was hand woven, which is why the cloth is divided into 3 hand stitched patterns.
This particular cloth vintage dark indigo katazome measures 200cm x 140cm and is an unusual repeat floral peony flower patter. The cloth is in excellent condition and dark indigo with a very clear print pattern showing the skill of an indigo master who took great pride in their work.
There are 2 main types of antique indigo katazome cloth:
- Square: ‘Wrap cloths’ used to store and carry personal items were folded at the corners and tied together. A symbolic silk flying bat, sewn in one corner was a sign of prestige
- Rectangular: these were traditionally bed covers, often given as wedding presents or for children’s bedding. The symbols and designs were to wish long life, prosperity and a happy life together or good luck with the children’s exams.