These strings are called “Kok” (in Thai), which is made by twisting grass that grows naturally in wetlands. Two types of strings of different thicknesses, “S” and “L” sizes.
This is the same material as the rope used in Kok’s basket bags.Kok is dried in the sun well after harvesting.After drying, the softened Kok is twisted by hand into a long rope, joining the pieces along the way. 10 meters long per piece.The left is size S (about 2 mm in diameter) and the right is size L (about 3 mm in diameter). The thickness is not constant, and there is a slight fluctuation in size.This is size S, for 10m.The color of Kok may vary slightly depending on what you receive.This is size L. This one is also available for 10m.Kok’s string is a relatively light and taut material with a smooth surface.For wrapping and handicrafts. It can also be used in many other places, such as hanging, wrapping, and bundling.It is also tasteful as wrapping ribbon. (Size S is used)
Kok is a supple, tenacious, and durable material that will work indoors, outdoors, and for a wide range of uses. It is also great for repeated use.
Kok is a plant of the Cyperaceae group that is found in wetlands and can be twisted by hand to make a strong rope.
In Thailand, it is harvested throughout the year, is easy to process, and can be used to make various types of strong baskets using only Kok. Also used for the handles of Kachū baskets because of its strength.
Most of the makers are women in their 30s to 70s, and they operate their basket weaving business as a group or as a family unit in the village or hamlet.
The baskets shown here are made in a highland area about 200 meters above sea level in northeastern Thailand.
These strings are called “Kok” (in Thai), which is made by twisting grass that grows naturally in wetlands. Two types of strings of different thicknesses, “S” and “L” sizes.
This is the same material as the rope used in Kok’s basket bags.Kok is dried in the sun well after harvesting.After drying, the softened Kok is twisted by hand into a long rope, joining the pieces along the way. 10 meters long per piece.The left is size S (about 2 mm in diameter) and the right is size L (about 3 mm in diameter). The thickness is not constant, and there is a slight fluctuation in size.This is size S, for 10m.The color of Kok may vary slightly depending on what you receive.This is size L. This one is also available for 10m.Kok’s string is a relatively light and taut material with a smooth surface.For wrapping and handicrafts. It can also be used in many other places, such as hanging, wrapping, and bundling.It is also tasteful as wrapping ribbon. (Size S is used)
Kok is a supple, tenacious, and durable material that will work indoors, outdoors, and for a wide range of uses. It is also great for repeated use.
Kok is a plant of the Cyperaceae group that is found in wetlands and can be twisted by hand to make a strong rope.
In Thailand, it is harvested throughout the year, is easy to process, and can be used to make various types of strong baskets using only Kok. Also used for the handles of Kachū baskets because of its strength.
Most of the makers are women in their 30s to 70s, and they operate their basket weaving business as a group or as a family unit in the village or hamlet.
The baskets shown here are made in a highland area about 200 meters above sea level in northeastern Thailand.
These strings are called “Kok” (in Thai), which is made by twisting grass that grows naturally in wetlands. Two types of strings of different thicknesses, “S” and “L” sizes.
This is the same material as the rope used in Kok’s basket bags.Kok is dried in the sun well after harvesting.After drying, the softened Kok is twisted by hand into a long rope, joining the pieces along the way. 10 meters long per piece.The left is size S (about 2 mm in diameter) and the right is size L (about 3 mm in diameter). The thickness is not constant, and there is a slight fluctuation in size.This is size S, for 10m.The color of Kok may vary slightly depending on what you receive.This is size L. This one is also available for 10m.Kok’s string is a relatively light and taut material with a smooth surface.For wrapping and handicrafts. It can also be used in many other places, such as hanging, wrapping, and bundling.It is also tasteful as wrapping ribbon. (Size S is used)
Kok is a supple, tenacious, and durable material that will work indoors, outdoors, and for a wide range of uses. It is also great for repeated use.
Kok is a plant of the Cyperaceae group that is found in wetlands and can be twisted by hand to make a strong rope.
In Thailand, it is harvested throughout the year, is easy to process, and can be used to make various types of strong baskets using only Kok. Also used for the handles of Kachū baskets because of its strength.
Most of the makers are women in their 30s to 70s, and they operate their basket weaving business as a group or as a family unit in the village or hamlet.
The baskets shown here are made in a highland area about 200 meters above sea level in northeastern Thailand.
