A character only a weaver can spin, reminiscent of the passage of time ── Check fabric woven with jazz nep yarn
Japanese fashion has long valued the inherent power of materials, pouring a deep aesthetic sensibility into everything from weaving and dyeing to the very texture of the fabric.
We at Shuttle Notes, as a weaving mill that has sincerely dedicated itself to the fundamental craft of "weaving" since our founding in 1948, carry on that spirit.
Here, we present a special check fabric woven using "jazz nep yarn," which is rarely seen today.
Jazz nep yarn is a type of blended yarn made by combining reclaimed cotton from garnetted fibers with polyester through a special spinning technique.
Its surface is marked by irregularly appearing neps and slubs, giving it an aesthetic charm that feels like a vintage fabric nurtured over a long period of time.
It is said that this yarn was originally created as a cost-saving material.
However, touching it again today, we realize that the lightweight, quick-drying properties and rich, fluctuating expression gained from the inclusion of polyester hold new value in modern fashion.
While the slight irregularities and neps in the fibers stand in contrast to the uniformity of industrial products, they harbor a warmth and individuality unique to craftsmanship involving human hands.
With a deep-seated expression that quietly speaks of bygone eras, this might be called not just a material, but a "fabric woven with time."
To make the most of such rare yarn, meticulous adjustments and design capabilities backed by experience are required, extending to the weave structure, tension, and pattern design.
As a weaving mill with our own looms, we aim to craft products that, while embracing the unique character of the material, breathe a story into every single bolt of fabric.
For consultations or questions regarding this development, please feel free to contact us.