Celebrate the quiet charm of everyday life with this hand-dyed katazome lunch placemat, featuring playful cat motifs inspired by the beloved companions of Takada Katazome Studio. Each placemat is individually crafted in Yugawara, Japan, using katazome - a traditional Japanese stencil-resist dyeing technique in which hand-cut stencils and rice-paste resist are used to create intricate patterns before the fabric is dyed in natural indigo. The result is a richly textured textile with subtle variations that reflect the hand of the artisan. The collection captures the curious personalities of cats through whimsical illustrations, from a contented feline at rest to a watchful cat transfixed by a school of fish. Originally sketched from the studio's own family cat, each design brings warmth, humour and a sense of everyday joy to the table. Made from durable Chita cotton, woven in Aichi Prefecture, the placemat is ideal for everyday meals, afternoon tea or as a decorative textile beneath a favourite vase or serving tray. Details: Handmade by Takada Katazome Studio Traditional katazome stencil-resist dyeing Hand-dyed in natural indigo 100% cotton Made in Yugawara, Japan Sold individually Please note: As each pouch is dyed entirely by hand, slight variations in colour and pattern are a natural characteristic of the traditional katazome process, making every piece unique.Price is per placemat 25cm×47cm Design: Masahiko Takada & Chota Takada Dyeing: Chota Takada