PEPPERMINT Gift Hamper (set of 3)

Size L: 7.5"x7.5"x3.5"; M: 6"x6"x3"; S: 5"x5"x2.5"
Sustainably made from recycled unbleached, scrap cotton fabric
Adorned with hand printed motifs
Azo-free dyes
Crafted by rural and low-income artisans from Northern India
Set of 3

Description

This special paper is crafted from 100% cotton hosiery waste scrap fabric left over from manufacturers of cotton t-shirts. The paper is processed chlorine-free (PCP) and is unbleached making the product and the process earth-friendly.

A Fair Trade product. Handmade by artisans in India.

How It's Made

Artisans first blend scrap fabric with water until the mixture becomes a watery paste. To create the broad spectrum of colors, vibrant azo-free dyes are added at this stage. Artisans then pull wire mesh screens through tubs filled with the mixture, forming paper-shaped sheets. These wet sheets are skillfully transferred from the screen into stacks, each sheet separated with layers of fabric. Excess water is first removed using a hydraulic press, then individual sheets are hung to dry. Once fully dry, each sheet is pressed flat. Many are then embellished with beautiful hand block print designs.