Dyed floral homespun cloth

Dyed floral homespun cloth

　　Dyed floral homespun cloth

　　Dyed floral homespun cloth is one of the unique skills of the Buyi women in Libo. They not only weave their own patterned homespun cloth but also plain fabric, which they then dye into floral textiles such as patterned cloth, floral bed sheets, quilt covers, wrapping cloths, apron borders, bed curtains, aprons, and headscarves. Dyed floral homespun cloth is further divided into three types: pleated-line tie-dyeing (called "Rang Yang" in the Buyi language), printing, and scratch-dyeing (also known as batik). The original painted patterns appear white against an indigo-blue background, creating an elegant and graceful aesthetic with distinct ethnic characteristics. Before the founding of the People’s Republic of China, the tie-dyed and printed floral homespun cloths woven by the Buyi people of Libo were sold both within and outside the province. Their generous designs and beautiful appearance made them highly popular among customers. Even today, they continue to be favored by visitors from both within and outside the province. Those who travel to Buyi areas often compete to buy one or two pieces to appreciate as antiques, use, display, or give as gifts.