Thai Weaver

In N.E. Thailand women weave on teak looms kept under the house. This weaver is working on an indigo-dyed weft ikat cotton “phasin.” Traditionally worn by upcountry women, this tube skirt can be easily adjusted to any size when worn with a large fold in the front and turned at the waist. As she weaves, she arranges the weft thread at each throw of the shuttle so that the pattern design emerges.

Nong Khai Province, NE Thailand