(Baonghean.vn) – The Na brocade weaving village in Huu Lap commune, Ky Son district was recognized in 2010. Out of 131 households in the village, 30 have long been associated with the traditional brocade weaving craft. Na brocade is not only popular in the domestic market but also exported to the Lao market.
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Brocade weaving in Na village is a traditional craft, preserved by the people from generation to generation. In 2010, Na village was recognized as a traditional craft village. The village has 131 Thai households, of which 30 households participate in the weaving group. |
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Na village women from old to young are very proficient in brocade weaving. |
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In the past, Na village women wove brocade mainly for family use. |
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Ms. Luong Thi Hoa - in charge of the weaving group said that most of the yarn is imported from Laos. Each roll of yarn usually costs 100,000 VND, silk thread costs 1 million VND/kg. Currently, people are not self-sufficient in yarn, so the cost to weave a brocade is still high. |
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To have a satisfactory brocade, the spinning process also requires patience and skill. |
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Ms. Vi Thi Nut said that normally, women only work during the off-season, but during the Tet holiday, they work day and night. On average, each person can weave 5-8 brocade pieces per month. |
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Na brocade is popular in the domestic market and Laos because of its beautiful and durable designs. |
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Na brocade is available in all highland markets. The current selling price per piece is 600 - 700 thousand VND. |
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Weaving group members said that most of the brocade woven is collected by Lao people, especially near Tet when there is not enough to sell. |
Dao Tho