Chestnut Dyed Handwoven Cotton Fabric Grey
Item details
- Color pattern
- Gray
- Fabric
- Cotton
- Matte, non-reflective surface with a visible plain weave
- Hand-spun yarn showing small slubs, knots, and loose thread ends
- Raw, unfinished edges with natural fiber fray
Type: Handwoven cotton cloth
Dimensions / Size: Width 15 to 18.1 inches (38 to 46 cm)
Thickness / depth: 0.016 to 0.02 inches (0.4 to 0.5 mm)
Materials: Hand-spun cotton, chestnut-shell plant dye
Finish / color: Matte, deep charcoal to near-black grey
The cloth holds a soft fold and drapes without sharp creasing, suiting narrow-format uses like table runners, bag panels, garment accents, and decorative textiles. It pairs well with natural linens, wood, and ceramics; a swatch about the size of your palm shows the weave and dye character clearly.
Table runners and everyday table styling
Sewing and handmade DIY projects
Bag making and small pouches
Home decor accents and wall textiles
Garment detailing and clothing accents
Wash gently with neutral detergent and cool water.
Expect plant-based colour to soften gradually with washing.
Store away from direct light and from acidic or alkaline substances.
Handwoven and botanically dyed, so slight variations in tone, weave, and surface are natural and part of its character.
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A closer look
This product is a handwoven traditional cotton cloth, characterized by its deep charcoal to near-black grey hue achieved through natural plant dyeing. The dye is derived from chestnut shells, giving the fabric a rich, organic tone that displays subtle mottling and uneven color distribution across the surface. This variation is an inherent trait of the botanical dyeing process, often creating unique, irregular patterns and textures that differ slightly between batches. The fabric is woven from hand-spun yarn, which contributes to its rustic, artisanal appearance and tactile quality.
Visually, the cloth presents a matte, non-reflective surface with a visible plain weave structure. The texture is defined by the natural irregularities of the hand-spun thread, including small slubs, knots, and occasional loose thread ends, which are characteristic of authentic hand-loomed textiles. The weave density appears moderate, allowing for a soft drape while maintaining structural integrity. The edges of the fabric are raw and unfinished, showing the natural fray of the woven fibers, which emphasizes its unprocessed, handmade nature.
In terms of dimensions, the fabric has a width ranging from 38 to 46 centimeters, making it suitable for narrow-format applications. The thickness is specified between 0.4 and 0.5 millimeters, indicating a lightweight to medium-weight material that is flexible yet durable. The cloth is presented in rolled bundles, showcasing the consistency of the dye and the uniformity of the weave across multiple pieces. The rolls reveal the fabric's ability to hold a soft fold without sharp creasing, further highlighting its pliable hand-feel.
The material is designed for versatile use, including table runners, handmade DIY projects, bag construction, and interior decorative textiles or clothing accents. Due to the natural dye composition, the fabric exhibits color fastness characteristics typical of plant-based pigments, where gradual fading may occur over time and with washing. To maintain the depth of color, it is recommended to wash with neutral detergents and store away from direct light and acidic or alkaline substances.
Overall, the cloth embodies a wabi-sabi aesthetic, celebrating imperfection and natural beauty through its hand-crafted construction and organic coloration. The combination of hand-spun yarn, traditional loom weaving, and botanical dyeing results in a textile that is both visually distinctive and rich in tactile detail, offering a connection to traditional craftsmanship and natural materials.
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