【Weaving in Progress】Cattail Grass Fortune Wallet / Ticket Holder - Cattail Grass

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53154461054_7cb3406399_b.jpg **|| Cattail Grass Fortune Wallet / Ticket Holder ||** In the Five Elements of Feng Shui, water symbolizes wealth, bringing a steady and continuous flow of financial resources. It carries the auspicious meaning of gathering, attracting, and prospering wealth. Intricate weaving in a seamless design, a testament to the skilled craftsmanship of Taiwanese grandmothers. The interior includes compartments for easy organization, suitable for banknotes, coins, cards, tickets, identification, and more. | Material Bag: Taiwanese Cattail Grass Lining: Cotton Fabric | Details 14 cm (L) x 10 cm (H) x 2 cm (D) ± 1 cm Choose from two cotton lining colors for the interior, both featuring compartments. ∞ "Prosperity Yellow": A symbol of wealth, attracting riches and prosperity, bringing positive energy to your financial luck. ∞ "Wealth Water Blue": Deep blue symbolizes wisdom and peace, offering a sense of security. 1. Utilizing cattail grass, a unique plant from central Taiwan, as the weaving material. Cattail grass emits a natural, distinct fragrance, promoting comfort and tranquility. 2. Sturdy cattail grass for a structured and stylish form. 3. Handwoven from natural grass, each piece is one-of-a-kind. For any other needs or to learn more, feel free to message the designer. Studio visits are welcome for a personal experience. **1F, Alley 4, Lane 12, Mingsheng Rd., West Dist., Taichung City (Shenji New Village), 1 PM - 6 PM, Closed Wednesdays.** ▶︎ Cattail grass is a representative of Taiwan's natural fibers, offering a substantial hand-feel and a unique, fresh aroma. ▶︎ Its simple texture is its beauty, its rustic color is its charm. Each creation is nurtured with care and life. It has accompanied us through many moments, and will continue to accompany you through the years. ▶︎ Every strand of grass, every creation, possesses a unique appearance and color, just like us, each one is one-of-a-kind. wwwwwwww https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48575609502_de06cfb324_b.jpg **|| Three Generations of Fragrance, Three Generations of Weaving Heritage ||** The fragrance of grass is the scent of home, the taste of hometown. Integrating natural fibers with intricate local weaving techniques, passed down through time, this craft gently interprets lines and aromas, bringing to life modern everyday straw hat products. It ensures that historical memories are not just kept in the heart, but are a more tangible continuation of our lives. "Xi Quan" (溪泉) is a hat and mat business from Dajia, Taichung, passed down through three generations, named after the founder's grandfather. wwwwwwww https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52095081931_63202c460f_b.jpg **|| Taiwanese Cattail Grass (Schoenoplectus triqueter (L.) Palla) ||** | Nicknames Mat Grass, Dajia Cattail | Place of Origin Central Taiwan - Lower reaches of the Daan River, Dajia District of Taichung and the Yuanli area of Miaoli. | Characteristics Breathable and heat-dissipating Moisture-wicking And also, a unique natural grassy fragrance~ Hailing from central Taiwan, this unique plant, Taiwanese cattail grass, possesses a captivating natural aroma. Historically, cattail grass was primarily used for weaving mats, hence its nickname "Mat Grass." It is highly absorbent, breathable, and gentle on the skin. Touching it provides a cool sensation, and with prolonged use, it develops a richer sheen, embodying a sense of lived experience. Taiwan boasts nearly three hundred years of cattail grass weaving culture. Each item is meticulously handwoven by local grandmothers and aunts, imbued with the full spirit of Taiwan. **|| Cattail Grass Weaving Process ||** Growth | 3-4 months of cultivation Sun-drying | Approximately 2-4 months of sun-drying after harvest to completely remove moisture. Grass Sorting | Categorizing grass by length and removing partial tips. Grass Selection | Choosing uniformly thick grass before weaving. Root Cleaning | Removing unsprouted leaves from the grass roots. Grass Hammering | Breaking down the grass structure to soften it for easier weaving. For finer items, two additional steps are involved: "Grass Splitting" (further dividing the triangular cattail grass into two to three segments) and "Grass Kneading" (rubbing to remove the white fibers within the grass). **|| A Little Story About Taiwanese Cattail Grass ||** Grandmothers and mothers used to tell stories about how people would cultivate grass. They favored the "black gold" hue of cattail grass, which typically developed with prolonged use. However, some would accelerate this transformation by wiping the grass with tea water, to deepen its color. **For further inquiries, please contact us.**