This fabric is not only good to use as a shawl/scarf/veil, but also to cut out your trimming/facing for your tunic or dress. Or as the Romans call it : clavi.
Furthermore to be used as lining for bags and hats, and for baby/little children’s clothes.
Plant dyed fabrics are known for their unique color, as well as the dark and light shades in the fabric. This is because it is handwork. The fabrics are dyed in large cauldrons on open fire. Delicate shades are known to be acceptable or even loved.
Color | Green |
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Dyeing process | Plant dyed |
Dye material | Heather & iron |
Composition | 100% wool (thin) |
Length | +/- 2m |
Width | 46-49cm |
Thickness | 132g /m2 |
Weave | Plainweave |
Usage | Clavi, Facing/trimming of cloth, Lining, Shawl |