Plant Ash Check Southern Tǔbù - Natural Patina & Character | 31cm Width (Priced for Character)

Heritage Plant Ash Tǔbù - Ready for Sustainable Creation

This special check-pattern Tǔbù carries the legacy of traditional plant ash dyeing - an ancient sustainable technique where fabrics were colored using ash from burned plants. This eco-friendly method, practiced for centuries across rural China, creates unique color variations that modern dyes cannot replicate. The visible yellowing and occasional small holes shown in the photos are natural evidence of its age and authentic heritage, making each meter a genuine piece of textile history. These characteristics are reflected in our special pricing.

About Plant Ash Dyeing
Plant ash dyeing represents one of humanity's earliest sustainable dye methods. Artisans would burn specific plants like mugwort, bamboo, or crop residues, then use the alkaline ash to fix and modify colors on natural cotton. This process required deep knowledge of local plants and their chemical properties. The resulting fabrics carry subtle color variations that tell the story of their geographical origin and the specific plants used in their creation.

Fabric Details

· Pattern: Traditional check
· Dye: Historical plant ash method
· Characteristics: Natural yellowing, occasional small holes
· Width: 31cm
· Content: 100% Cotton
· Era: 1970s-1980s
· Condition: Unwashed, with age characteristics

Perfect For

· Sustainable fashion projects
· Boro and visible mending
· Heritage craft preservation
· Eco-conscious creations
· Mixed-media art

Care Instructions

· Hand wash separately in cool water
· Expect some natural dye release
· Air dry away from direct sun
· Handle gently due to vintage nature

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Special Purchase Terms

· Priced to reflect natural age characteristics
· All sales final - no returns accepted
· Holes and discoloration are not defects but part of its story
· Ideal for creators who value authenticity over perfection

A rare opportunity to own a piece of sustainable dyeing history, where every imperfection tells a story of traditional craftsmanship and environmental harmony.