Color Block Placemat Set - Handwoven Cotton

These placemats are handwoven by artisan weavers in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on traditional handlooms, using techniques passed down through families.

Because each piece is woven by hand, slight variations are part of its character. Every purchase supports fair trade cooperatives and the livelihoods of the artisans who make them.

• 100% cotton fiber
• Low-impact, AZO-free reactive dyes
• REACH certified dye systems

• Dimensions: 18.5" length x 14" width per placemat
• Set quantity: 2 placemats
• Material weight: Medium-weight cotton suitable for daily use

• Fair Trade Artisan-Made
• Handwoven
• 100% Cotton
• Ethically Made

• Machine wash in cold water to preserve colors
• Tumble dry on low heat setting
• Iron on warm temperature when needed
• Store flat or rolled to maintain shape
• Natural variations may cause slight color differences over time

Q: How are these different from machine-made placemats?
A: They are handwoven on traditional Ethiopian looms, with natural color and texture variations machine production cannot replicate.

Q: Will the colors fade with washing?
A: The low-impact, REACH-certified dyes are made for durability, though some gentle fading is normal over time with handwoven cotton.

Q: Are they suitable for daily use?
A: Yes. The cotton construction holds up to regular dining while keeping its handwoven character.

Q: Is this fair trade?
A: Yes. They are made by fair trade cooperatives in Ethiopia that support community development.

Q: Why does each placemat look slightly different?
A: Handwoven textiles naturally vary in tension and color placement, which makes each piece unique.

Q: How many come in a set?
A: Each set includes 2 placemats.