indigo/gauze

Indigo is planted in spring and tended to for 3+ months before harvest.  It takes hundreds of pounds of leaves to create a deep pigment.  Once a vat is built the fabric must be dipped multiple times in a layering process to create dark hues.  I have deep respect for every hue of blue from this plant because of the months of labor that has gone into it as well as the history and spiritual importance of the plant. 

Indigo is an ancestral plant with a history deeply important to African peoples and African people who were enslaved and brought to turtle island.  Its blue was a foundation for the settler colonial project that is the United states.  It has a history long before and a future long after the greed and exploitation that was placed on it.  I honor both my African and my Japanese artisan ancestors by tending this crop and envisioning a future where it cradles and heals my community.

I imagine you napping, indulging and experiencing healing in these earth made colors. 

These dyes were grown organically on the farm and processed with care.  This robe is meant for you to rest easily.

Sizing

• Robe is meant to fit a variety of body sizes.  We recognize that bodies are so beautifully varied.  If you are interested in the robe and feel our sizing wont be comfortable or fit you please be in contact.  We can custom make a robe for larger bodies and are happy to do so.  

• Width: 58” Length: 48”

We are not accepting returns at this time.  Natural dyed items can vary in color overtime.  Try your best to wash with cold water. Please understand this garment is hand made with love.