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Paper Cloth

This is a cloth made out of the bark of the paper mulberry tree (Broussonetia papyrifera). The textile is like cotton and is used in traditional fiber crafts  to make a naturally breathable fabric. The textile above is originally from Kashmir. It is artistically woven using the Kani technique, where deodar wood bobbins are used to create intricate patterns against the cotton base.

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  1. harveypam Avatar
    harveypam

    I didn’t know that Broussonetia papyrifera waas also used in India. Do you know how old is this tradition or since when they have been using the paper mulberry tree in Kashmir?

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    1. greenneev.mumbai Avatar
      greenneev.mumbai

      Yes, Mulberry silk is a cloth made up of fibre from cocoon of Bombyx mori. Whereas paper mulberry is a plant based fibre

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  2. Devangi Chachad Avatar
    Devangi Chachad

    Its such a unique technique and also sustainable. Kudos to the artisans still continuing the hardwork which really needs to be recognised and rewarded

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