Preserving Thai ethnic people’s traditional brocade weaving

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Weaving brocade fabric. VNA Photo: Xuân Tư
Weaving brocade fabric. VNA Photo: Xuân Tư
Artisan weavers Quang Thi Tam and Quang Thi Dinh in Dien Bien Phu city weave traditional Thai clothes. VNA Photo: Xuân Tư
A Thai woman spins the yarn to weave a Pieu scarf. VNA Photo: Xuân Tư
The intricate designs on the Pieu scarf, often hand-embroidered, reflect the skill and character of Thai women. Common motifs, such as diamond shapes, are believed to bring luck and stability, while the colors symbolise marital fidelity. VNA Photo: Xuân Tư
Thai women embroider their traditional clothes. VNA Photo: Xuân Tư
Ms. Lo Thi Tien Oanh, a Thai woman in Dien Bien Phu city, spins the yarn to weave a Pieu scarf. For the Thai ethnic people, the Pieu scarf is an indispensable item, intricately woven into their daily lives. VNA Photo: Xuân Tư
Thai women embroider their traditional clothes. VNA Photo: Xuân Tư
An experienced weaver teaches younger generations how to weave brocade fabrics. VNA Photo: Xuân Tư
Preserving Thai ethnic people’s traditional brocade weaving
Thai ethnic, one of three largest ethnic groups in the northwestern province of Dien Bien, is striving to preserve their traditional brocade weaving. Visitors to Thai people’s homes will discover the remarkable craftsmanship of Thai women, who skilfully weave a variety of brocade products, such as pillowcases, bedsheets, blankets, bags, and clothing. Thai brocade fabric stands out among similar offerings from other ethnic groups for its colours, including red, black, purple, white, and green. The weaving skill of Thai people is passed from generations to generations, between mothers and daughters, to uphold not only the ways to make their own clothes, but also their rich tradition. VNA Photo: Xuân Tư