Beige and Blue Bamboo Ikat Fabric - Handmade Designer Material by the Metre for Upholstery, Boho Textile for Dressmaking, Fashion and Crafts
Width: 40 cm / 15.7 in.
Returns & exchanges accepted within 30 days. Dispatches same-day from Uzbekistan - home of the original hand-made Ikat fabrics.
Fresh and distinctive, this handwoven Ikat fabric from Uzbekistan brings together soft elegance and bold decorative artistry. The design features stylized floral forms, elongated geometric motifs, and flowing ornamental lines arranged in a striking symmetrical layout. A refined palette of beige, ivory, light blue, navy, and golden yellow gives the fabric a luminous, balanced look that feels both authentic and luxurious.
Main Features:
- Original artisan Ikat fabric hand-woven in Uzbekistan.
- Eco-friendly natural bamboo rayon made with lyocell closed-loop process for a sustainable textile choice
- Beautiful alternative to silk that offers a luxuriously soft, cooling, and silky drape and is significantly less expensive
- Lightweight and breathable with a natural sheen and soft drape
- Versatile for fashion, interior décor, upholstery and craft applications
- Natural, beautiful and durable fabric with a soft, luxurious feel
Other Product Details:
- Fabric length: sold by the metre
- Fabric width: 40 cm (15.7 inches)
- Fabric content: natural bamboo rayon (eco-friendly lyocell)
- Hand-woven: fabrics are hand-loomed in small batches with intervals of about 2.3 meters (2.5 yards), and there's a small connecting line between each full-length pattern every 2.3 metres that keeps the design continuous.
- Fabric care instructions: we recommend dry cleaning or cool handwash
This artisan textile is a beautiful choice for dresses, robes, scarves, handbags, cushion covers, curtains, and statement accents for the home. Its expressive pattern gives each creation a designer feel, while the gentle yet rich color combination makes it easy to pair with both contemporary and traditional interiors. For anyone seeking unique Uzbek fabric with originality and charm, this piece offers a truly special foundation.
Ikat fabrics are treasured for their memorable patterns, elegant color harmony, and unmistakable handcrafted character. They add warmth, individuality, and a sense of exclusivity to fashion and décor alike, which is why they remain a favorite among designers, makers, and collectors looking for textiles with beauty, personality, and lasting appeal.
Hand-woven using centuries-old techniques in the heart of ancient Uzbekistan, this exquisite natural fabric features distinctive Ikat patterns available in both traditional and modern styles. Lightweight and breathable, this bamboo rayon fabric has a silky-soft feel, gentle sheen, and graceful drape, bringing together natural beauty and everyday comfort. Soft yet durable, it is a practical choice for clothing, accessories, upholstery and decorative textile projects. This fabric is ideal for those seeking ethical, natural textiles without compromising on style or authenticity.
Designed for versatility, this sustainable Ikat fabric is perfect for fashion accessories, home décor, and artisanal sewing projects. Whether you're creating bespoke garments, throw cushions, or statement upholstery pieces, the fabric drapes beautifully and maintains its shape with minimal waste. The naturally sourced bamboo enhances durability while adding a soft, silky feel that elevates the look and touch of any finished piece. This unique fabric represents a commitment to craftsmanship, heritage, and environmentally responsible design.
About Ikat Fabrics
Hand-loomed and hand-dyed authentic Uzbek Ikat fabric - we are bringing back the original Uzbek Ikats that gained fame during the heyday of the Great Silk Road due to their unique designs, diverse patterns and vibrant colors. Hand-made using the original weaving and dyeing techniques, our fabrics feature the amazing ancient designs of Bukhara, Samarkand and Khiva and are made only using 100% natural fibers and dyes.
Magnificent in their beauty, handmade Uzbek Ikat fabrics boast bright and colorful patterns, thoroughly unique designs and smooth textures thanks to their reliance on all-natural, top-quality silks and velvets. The fabrics are a national treasure of the Central Asian region and have been widely recognized all over the world for their remarkable qualities. You will often see Uzbek Ikats at Fashion Weeks in New York, Paris and Milan, where they are often featured by world-renowned designers in their collections. Vintage Ikat fabrics are also cherished by many prominent museums and private collectors.
The process of hand-dyeing and then hand-weaving the Ikat fabrics is very labor-intensive and follows the most stringent standards of fine craftsmanship. It can take a week of meticulous work to produce just a single piece.
History of Uzbek Ikat Fabrics
Hand weaving has existed in Uzbekistan since the ancient times even before the Great Silk Road first introduced the region's magnificent fabrics to the European, and later, the American continents. These rare fabrics have always been made by hand in very small batches. Passed down from generation to generation, the centuries-old artistic traditions responsible for the unique Ikat techniques and designs live on in modern-day Uzbekistan. Our Uzbek Ikats remain true to their original roots and remain as brilliant and refreshing today as they were centuries ago.
These gorgeous Ikat fabrics are a cultural landmark of Uzbekistan and Central Asia, internationally acclaimed for their infinitely diverse designs. The rich traditional Ikat patterns begin with hand-dyeing the threads. Once placed on the hand loom, the threads gradually form an organized design in the hands of a master artisan inspired by the creative heritage of the ancient Bukhara, Samarkand and Khiva. In capable hands, the Ikat designs can take a limitless number of brilliant shapes. The technique empowers a unique diversity of designs featuring energetic combinations of colors, shapes and patterns that can suit any taste and occasion.
Types of Ikat Fabrics
We can broadly group the majority of Uzbek Ikats into five distinct categories, depending on their material composition, textures and uses, with all five available in our store.
The Silk Shoyi Uzbek Ikats are made from pure silk, and are the finest and lightest of their kind. The Adras Ikats come in silk with a small addition of cotton for extra durability, and can also be made from cotton only, depending on the use case. Khan-Atlas Ikat fabrics, meaning Royal Silk Ikats, are the most illustrious of all, boasting amazing and unforgettable designs with a classy luster. The Bakhmal Ikats are a treasure find famous for their absolutely luxurious all-natural and delicately soft silk velvets, and brilliantly sophisticated patterns.
Fresh and distinctive, this handwoven Ikat fabric from Uzbekistan brings together soft elegance and bold decorative artistry. The design features stylized floral forms, elongated geometric motifs, and flowing ornamental lines arranged in a striking symmetrical layout. A refined palette of beige, ivory, light blue, navy, and golden yellow gives the fabric a luminous, balanced look that feels both authentic and luxurious.
Main Features:
- Original artisan Ikat fabric hand-woven in Uzbekistan.
- Eco-friendly natural bamboo rayon made with lyocell closed-loop process for a sustainable textile choice
- Beautiful alternative to silk that offers a luxuriously soft, cooling, and silky drape and is significantly less expensive
- Lightweight and breathable with a natural sheen and soft drape
- Versatile for fashion, interior décor, upholstery and craft applications
- Natural, beautiful and durable fabric with a soft, luxurious feel
Other Product Details:
- Fabric length: sold by the metre
- Fabric width: 40 cm (15.7 inches)
- Fabric content: natural bamboo rayon (eco-friendly lyocell)
- Hand-woven: fabrics are hand-loomed in small batches with intervals of about 2.3 meters (2.5 yards), and there's a small connecting line between each full-length pattern every 2.3 metres that keeps the design continuous.
- Fabric care instructions: we recommend dry cleaning or cool handwash
This artisan textile is a beautiful choice for dresses, robes, scarves, handbags, cushion covers, curtains, and statement accents for the home. Its expressive pattern gives each creation a designer feel, while the gentle yet rich color combination makes it easy to pair with both contemporary and traditional interiors. For anyone seeking unique Uzbek fabric with originality and charm, this piece offers a truly special foundation.
Ikat fabrics are treasured for their memorable patterns, elegant color harmony, and unmistakable handcrafted character. They add warmth, individuality, and a sense of exclusivity to fashion and décor alike, which is why they remain a favorite among designers, makers, and collectors looking for textiles with beauty, personality, and lasting appeal.
Hand-woven using centuries-old techniques in the heart of ancient Uzbekistan, this exquisite natural fabric features distinctive Ikat patterns available in both traditional and modern styles. Lightweight and breathable, this bamboo rayon fabric has a silky-soft feel, gentle sheen, and graceful drape, bringing together natural beauty and everyday comfort. Soft yet durable, it is a practical choice for clothing, accessories, upholstery and decorative textile projects. This fabric is ideal for those seeking ethical, natural textiles without compromising on style or authenticity.
Designed for versatility, this sustainable Ikat fabric is perfect for fashion accessories, home décor, and artisanal sewing projects. Whether you're creating bespoke garments, throw cushions, or statement upholstery pieces, the fabric drapes beautifully and maintains its shape with minimal waste. The naturally sourced bamboo enhances durability while adding a soft, silky feel that elevates the look and touch of any finished piece. This unique fabric represents a commitment to craftsmanship, heritage, and environmentally responsible design.
About Ikat Fabrics
Hand-loomed and hand-dyed authentic Uzbek Ikat fabric - we are bringing back the original Uzbek Ikats that gained fame during the heyday of the Great Silk Road due to their unique designs, diverse patterns and vibrant colors. Hand-made using the original weaving and dyeing techniques, our fabrics feature the amazing ancient designs of Bukhara, Samarkand and Khiva and are made only using 100% natural fibers and dyes.
Magnificent in their beauty, handmade Uzbek Ikat fabrics boast bright and colorful patterns, thoroughly unique designs and smooth textures thanks to their reliance on all-natural, top-quality silks and velvets. The fabrics are a national treasure of the Central Asian region and have been widely recognized all over the world for their remarkable qualities. You will often see Uzbek Ikats at Fashion Weeks in New York, Paris and Milan, where they are often featured by world-renowned designers in their collections. Vintage Ikat fabrics are also cherished by many prominent museums and private collectors.
The process of hand-dyeing and then hand-weaving the Ikat fabrics is very labor-intensive and follows the most stringent standards of fine craftsmanship. It can take a week of meticulous work to produce just a single piece.
History of Uzbek Ikat Fabrics
Hand weaving has existed in Uzbekistan since the ancient times even before the Great Silk Road first introduced the region's magnificent fabrics to the European, and later, the American continents. These rare fabrics have always been made by hand in very small batches. Passed down from generation to generation, the centuries-old artistic traditions responsible for the unique Ikat techniques and designs live on in modern-day Uzbekistan. Our Uzbek Ikats remain true to their original roots and remain as brilliant and refreshing today as they were centuries ago.
These gorgeous Ikat fabrics are a cultural landmark of Uzbekistan and Central Asia, internationally acclaimed for their infinitely diverse designs. The rich traditional Ikat patterns begin with hand-dyeing the threads. Once placed on the hand loom, the threads gradually form an organized design in the hands of a master artisan inspired by the creative heritage of the ancient Bukhara, Samarkand and Khiva. In capable hands, the Ikat designs can take a limitless number of brilliant shapes. The technique empowers a unique diversity of designs featuring energetic combinations of colors, shapes and patterns that can suit any taste and occasion.
Types of Ikat Fabrics
We can broadly group the majority of Uzbek Ikats into five distinct categories, depending on their material composition, textures and uses, with all five available in our store.
The Silk Shoyi Uzbek Ikats are made from pure silk, and are the finest and lightest of their kind. The Adras Ikats come in silk with a small addition of cotton for extra durability, and can also be made from cotton only, depending on the use case. Khan-Atlas Ikat fabrics, meaning Royal Silk Ikats, are the most illustrious of all, boasting amazing and unforgettable designs with a classy luster. The Bakhmal Ikats are a treasure find famous for their absolutely luxurious all-natural and delicately soft silk velvets, and brilliantly sophisticated patterns.