Orimono Imports - Kendo Cloth Indigo Cotton - Natural Aizome Blue

Natural botanical indigo dyed cotton fabric on the top, plain white on the back with indigo dyed thread stitched through the layers.
Washed/faded/vintage appearance, but it's fresh and new.
The mill that produces this fabric has been making kendo fabric for decades.
Yes, it's expensive! It's thick, dyed with natural indigo, and feels amazing.
What is Kendo? It's a traditional Japanese martial art that involves using wooden or bamboo swords. This type of thick fabric is used for uniforms (gi) which provide protection from bruising sword blows.

NOTE: Minimum cut starts at 0.5yd for this fabric due fabric type or print. Fat Quarters not available for purchase.
Available in yardage or swatches. Swatches are approximately 4" x 3".

Important: Natural indigo may BLEED onto your laundry and other clothing, so please be aware and wash separately. Even when dry, indigo may rub off onto other cloth but should wash out.
Please note that naturally dyed indigo fabrics will FADE over time with exposure to sunlight. We do not suggest this fabric for curtains or outdoor decor, but it could be used for a hat that is stored indoors when not in use.