Vintage Tai Lu Kilim Lumbar Pillow Cover - Handspun Indigo Hemp, 12x20

A rare vintage kilim style rug / blanket from the Tai Lu hill tribe of Laos has been upcycled into this gorgeous throw pillow, perfect for adding a touch of hill tribe character to any room. [ About ] A beautiful mix of traditional geometric style Tai Lu designs, with a hand woven base weave & a looser weave of strands of indigo plant dyed cotton, capturing the skill & character of the Tai Lu hill tribe, who are known for intricate kilim rugs & blankets as well as handcrafted silver work. The main pattern weave is a gorgeous shade of brown, made up of individually dyed threads with a center hand stitched seam untouched. It is worn as you can see, with fade & loose threads giving it a stunning rustic look. Finally, the reverse is a 100% hemp in off-white / cream. [ Details ] Front is traditionally handwoven, Tai Lu blanket/rug. Gorgeous weave, & vintage/rustic appearance. 100% hemp reverse Invisible zip enclosure. Fully lined interior. Approx size : 20 x 12. Available with a natural kapok filled insert or cover only ready to be filled with your choice of filling. [ Notes ] The handmade nature of Hmong textiles means that they may have imperfections from the natural process of weaving, batik application & dying, often further adding to their character & uniqueness. Colors may differ ever so slightly to the pictures due to different viewing monitors / device displays. Fabric Care : Wash fabric in cold/lukewarm water, ideally by hand, & shade dry. Salting the water slightly helps prevent further dye loss. [ Shipping ] Our cushions & covers are packed with loving care & sent from Northern Thailand via tracked airmail which should reach you with 14-20 days for standard delivery & 3-7 days for express. Discounts available for multiple purchases, please feel free to send a message. [ What is Indigo Dye? ] Indigo dye has been used for thousands of years by civilizations all over the world to dye fabric blue. As much as 1 tonne of leaves is needed to produce just 2kg of dye. Natural indigo is also a sustainable dye; after the pigment has been extracted the plant residue can be composted & used as a fertilizer & the water reused to irrigate crops. [ Questions & queries ] If you have any questions please send a message & we will get back to you asap. Tai Lu Lumbar Pillow Ref : ABC16 Vintage Tai Lu Kilim Lumbar Pillow Cover - Handspun Indigo Hemp, 12x20