Artisan Handwoven Koi Cotton Cloth – Traditional Chinese Hand-Dyed Fabric for DIY, Sewing, Tea Textiles & Clothing

This is a fabric with warmth and soul.

Woven on a traditional wooden loom in Chongming, each thread is hand-spun, giving the cloth a soft, natural texture.
The koi pattern is hand block-printed, with quiet and gentle colors that may release a bit of excess dye during the first wash — a normal sign of true hand-dyeing. Over time, the fabric becomes softer, more relaxed, and full of lived-in character.

Perfect for tea mats, bags, clothing, table runners, pillow covers, and all kinds of handmade creations.
Every piece has its own unique weave and tone, carrying the stories of time and touch.

If you appreciate objects that hold the presence of human hands,
this is a fabric that will stay with you for years.

Length: 1 meter, Width: approximately 44 cm.
For longer length, purchase multiple units — fabric will be sent in one continuous piece.

This fabric comes from Chongming and is woven on a traditional wooden loom.
The cotton yarn is hand-spun, giving the cloth a slight irregularity — a natural texture that industrial textiles can never replicate.
Soft, simple, and breathable, it carries the quiet presence of handmade work.

The koi patterns are printed by folk artisans using hand-dyeing techniques, resulting in gentle, grounded colors with a subtle sense of depth.
During the first wash, there may be a bit of excess dye or cotton dust — this is a normal characteristic of handmade fabric.
Afterward, it will no longer fade.
With natural washing and drying over time, the colors soften and settle, revealing a beautiful “patina of life.”

Made from 100% cotton and dyed with plant-based pigments, the fabric is non-toxic and safe for direct skin contact.
A light wash before use is recommended — after the first wash, the fabric stabilizes and will no longer shrink.

From cotton growing, spinning, weaving, to hand-printing, traditional cloth undergoes dozens of meticulous steps.
Each motif, each line of texture, carries the memory of time, hands, and land — a textile that can be used, cherished, and collected.

Suitable for:
Tea mats / Handmade bags / Clothing / Scarves / Home textiles / Pillow covers / Table runners / Patchwork & craft work