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Furoshiki Water Repellent Organic Cotton Cohare Hummingbird – Grayish Green 100cm

CHF 45.00

SKU: FUR-CO-HUM-GR-100-AQ Categories: , , ,

This is a special-developed cotton furoshiki that is strong and durable, yet carries water-repellent function.
Its surface has been special treated and thus unlikely to get dirty, and it’s easy to dry.
It is durable for carrying heave groceries, and can be used as a blanket or a scarf because it is 100% cotton and has a comfortable touch.
*However, frequent wash will diminish the water-repellent effect, we recommand to wash in short cycles, and reduce washing frequencies.

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    Description

    What is Furoshiki?

    Furoshiki is a piece of square towel that people from Japan have been using to wrap gifts and carry groceries for generations. Due to its unique patterns, size and weaving style, this 100% high quality Organic Cotton towel can be used in a plethora of different ways. Originally, Furoshiki were used in Japanese thermal baths to wrap up clothes, but modern Furoshiki are not only functional but also fashionable, which makes them even more useful and versatile. Furoshiki is not only beautiful, useful and easy to handle, it also stimulates creativity and problem-solving skills. Using the multi-purpose and multifunctional Furoshiki can reduce waste both wrapping and shopping.

    How can I use my Furoshiki?

    The Furoshiki Water Repellent Organic Cotton Cohare Hummingbird can be used as a strong shopping bag using either a two or three knot method (see instructional video to learn how). The bag size and handles can instantly be adjusted to suit your needs. It can also be used as a thin blanket, or can be spread as a picnic or beach towel. The Furoshiki can even be hung on the wall as a decorative piece of art. Wearing Furoshiki as a scarf or a headband has also become popular among young women. It can even be hung on the wall as a beautiful piece of art or used as a tablecloth, the uses are endless!

    Furoshiki is there when you need it

    Furoshiki is lightweight and can easily be carried in a purse or backpack, car, or even worn as a scarf or accessory; eliminating the need to buy shopping bags or use disposable plastic bags when shopping. We all forget our reusable bags sometimes, but when Furoshiki is always with you, you are never without a bag! Furoshiki is also great for travelling to organize clothes in your suitcase, as a bath towel on the beach or a throw-on towel on chilly evenings at the seaside.

    Furoshiki instructions and videos

    For more information on how to bind and knot Furoshiki, check out our instructional videos and pictures, or visit our information page for more details and guidance on your Furoshiki journey. Stay confident with Furoshiki, it's as easy as tying your shoes once you get the hang of it! If you like to learn more techniques, you are also very welcome to join one of our Furoshiki workshops and courses we host frequently throughout Switzerland with our trusted partners.

    Additional information

    Weight 70 g
    Dimensions 70 × 70 cm
    Brand

    Collection

    Made in

    Japan

    Manufacturer

    Yamada Seni

    Ethics

    Fairly Traded, Sustainable

    Pattern

    Hummingbird

    Materials

    Organic Cotton

    Packaging

    Paper belt

    Attributes

    Water-repellent

    Color

    Gray, Green

    Size

    100 x 100cm

    Care

    Machine washable at 30°C

    Size Guide

    The 100cm × 100cm sized furoshikis are generally well suited as a shopping bag or for wrapping bulky items. The generous size also allows to use them as a baby wrap or as a piece of clothing in unexpected weather changes, such as as a scarf or headpiece. The towels can easily be attached to a stroller, shopping cart or walking frame to provide quick storage for carrying.

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