Yarn Tie-Dye (IKAT)

Ikat weaving requires predetermined sections of yarn to be tied prior to being dyed and then woven. Either the warp or weft threads, or both are tied to produce different kinds of ikat. The pattern emerges once the yarn is woven into fabric. A unique and complex resist dye technique, ikat requires highly skilled artisans, as each step needs to be executed with precision to ensure richness of fabric and clarity of design. The technique produces fabric with a unique, ‘feathered’ look to the motifs, due to the use of tie-dyed yarn.