About Indigo Hand Spun Fabric
What is the difference between the old edition and new edition oils?
The original manufacturer of some of our oils raised their prices by a large amount recently but we were able to find oils that are the same or better quality from different manufacturers.
We added these same oils from the new manufacturer at lower prices, and kept the original higher priced oils also with the words “OLD EDITION” added to the title of the oil.
Some customers like the new editions better, and other people like the old edition oil most. The strength and quality is the same, but there may be subtle differences in the scent.
We offer both so that you can choose the one that is best for you.
Indigo fabric is one of the most popular fabrics from Africa. Symbolic of wealth and prosperity, this fabric is admired by almost every ethnic group on the continent.
Even the Tuareg have been called the "purple nomads" because of their extensive use of this cloth. The cotton fabric is first hand-woven on looms and then dyed using leaves from the indigo plant that have been beaten into a pulp, rolled into balls, and then left to dry in the sun for two to three days. After this, they are mixed in an ash and water solution that acts as a fixative for the indigo dye. The fabric is dyed using the tie-dye or plain-print method, and the excess dye is removed by hammering the fabric with rubber mallets.
Indigo dye often rubs off onto the skin, so do not be surprised if this happens when you handle the fabric.
**Each piece is one of a kind and the patterns vary from piece to piece. Exact designs cannot be specified. approx. 60" x 42". Made in Mali. M-F160
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Indigo Hand Spun Fabric
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5 Beautiful!
Posted by Akosha on 11/13/2025 15:38
This fabric is gorgeous! It is handmade and the quality is outstanding. I plan to use mine as a wrap now that the weather is cooler. I am beyond pleased with my purchase.
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Posted by 5A Berkely Way on 09/23/2022 04:56
Indigo Hand Spun Fabric
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1 these are not 6 feet long, …
Posted by winsome on 05/28/2011 02:00
these are not 6 feet long, beautiful but not 6 feet as marked. i measure 63 inches.
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5 I LOVE THES FABRIC AND I WI…
Posted by Willayshia on 05/14/2011 02:00
I LOVE THES FABRIC AND I WII ORDER MORE
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4 I HAVE USED THIS MUD CLOTH …
Posted by Willayshia on 04/19/2010 02:00
I HAVE USED THIS MUD CLOTH AND THE COLORS ARE WONDERFUL,BUT THE DYE ON THE FABRICS HAS RUN AND YOU NEED TO DRY CLEAN OR COLD WATER WASH.
Shipping:
Shipping costs are calculated automatically at checkout based on the weight, size, and destination of your order, so the exact cost is shown before you complete your purchase.
We don't publish a flat-rate table because real shipping costs vary significantly between a single bottle of oil and a bulk clothing order going to the same address.
Orders over $500 ship free within the continental U.S. (excluding oversized items). For international orders, shipping is calculated after your order is packed and we'll contact you with the final cost. Customer pickup is also available at our South Hackensack, NJ warehouse at no charge.
You can see your shipping costs before your order is finalized or paid for. As you go through the checkout process, you can see and choose the shipping carrier, speed of delivery, and different prices to decide what is best for you.
Returns:
You can return any item for almost any reason within 30 days of the original purchase date. However, there is a 10% restocking fee for returns made after 30 days. We do not accept returns beyond 60 days of the purchase date. Please include the invoice with your return, as returns received without proper documentation may result in delays and fees.
For more information on our returns policy, please visit https://africaimports.com/returns/
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