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Turtle pattern fabric

Turtle pattern fabric

Turtle pattern fabric of Khao Tao Village is a Thai fabric pattern in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province. The Turtle pattern fabric is the unique fabric of the Khao Tao community. Characteristics of the pattern of the turtle pattern is because the name of the community is Khao Tao community, which is a community that is close to the sea and mainly engaged in fishing. Traditionally, this community would have a lot of turtles. Therefore, the nature of the carapace is used to create turtle cloth. It is a loom with a 4 huddles, 6 foot pedal, and combines the techniques of weaving and the expertise of a weaver with the use of 100 % cotton yarn

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  • Region : 
    Western
  • Province : 
    Prachuap Khiri Khan
  • Technique : 
    Loom woven
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Characteristic

The identity of the turtle patterned daffodils conveys longevity and auspiciousness. It can be given to adults and those we respect and love instead of blessing that person to have a long life with good health

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