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Wild Plant Fibre with Natural Sheen
Himalayan nettle fibre is a unique and eco-friendly plant fibre with a beautiful natural sheen. The fibre is extracted from the stalks of Himalayan nettle plants, which can grow up to three metres high in the mountain regions of Nepal.
After harvesting, the fibres are traditionally extracted and processed by hand. This artisanal process preserves the natural strength and character of the fibre and creates a distinctive plant fibre with a slightly silky appearance.
Himalayan nettle fibres have been used for centuries in traditional textiles and are valued for their strength, durability and natural beauty.
• Hand spinning
• Fibre blending
• Wet felting when blended with wool
• Textile art and fibre crafts
• Experimental plant fibre yarns
Like other bast fibres, nettle does not felt on its own but bonds well with wool in felted work.
• 100% Himalayan nettle fibre
• Plant fibre from nettle stalks
• Natural light beige colour
• Strong, lustrous bast fibre
• Traditionally processed by hand
This fibre is sourced through fair production programmes supporting local farmers and fibre workers in Himalayan regions, helping to maintain traditional fibre processing skills and sustainable livelihoods.
Hand wash finished textiles gently and dry flat.
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