The vibrant red threads that anchor the entire design, with lines of embroidery elevating the modest fabric into a chic yet simple flair. Adorning the rims of our table linens—placemats, coasters, and napkins—is a pattern reminiscent of the lifting plans in weaving structures.
The vibrant red threads that anchor the entire design, with lines of embroidery elevating the modest fabric into a chic yet simple flair. Adorning the rims of our table linens—placemats, coasters, and napkins—is a pattern reminiscent of the lifting plans in weaving structures.
The vibrant red threads that anchor the entire design, with lines of embroidery elevating the modest fabric into a chic yet simple flair. Adorning the rims of our table linens—placemats, coasters, and napkins—is a pattern reminiscent of the lifting plans in weaving structures.
The vibrant red threads that anchor the entire design, with lines of embroidery elevating the modest fabric into a chic yet simple flair. Adorning the rims of our table linens—placemats, coasters, and napkins—is a pattern reminiscent of the lifting plans in weaving structures.

Benang Merah Embroidered Coaster

Made by pedal loom weavers in Bantul, Special Region of Yogyakarta
From £8.00
Product Story

The timeless artistry of plain cotton fabric, woven for years, serves as the backbone sustaining many weaving houses across Indonesia. Appreciated for its versatility and stability, these rolls of plain fabric arrive as a blank canvas, inviting boundless exploration in our studio—a place where magic happens.

And there it stands, Benang Merah, our first embroidered design, crafted using a home-sewing machine to reintroduce this plain fabric into a series of collectible linens in your home. Benang Merah takes its name from the vibrant red threads that anchor the entire design, with lines of embroidery elevating the modest fabric into a chic yet simple flair.

Adorning the rims of our table linens—placemats, coasters, and napkins—is a pattern reminiscent of the lifting plans in weaving structures. This collection of Benang Merah table linens adds a layer of warmth and festivity to any dining experience, enhancing the allure of your tablescape with its refined simplicity. The base fabric is handwoven by pedal loom weavers in Pak Jussi’s house, Bantul.

Product Details

• 10x10cm / 4”x4”
• Fabric: 100% cotton
• Interlining with padding
• Custom sizes are available, please contact us
• Due to the nature of handcrafted goods, slight variations in colour and texture are embraced
• Ethically made in Bantul, Special Region of Yogyakarta

Care Guide

• Hand-wash using natural detergents such as lerek or soapnut
• Wash in cold water up to 30°C/86°F
• Colour transfer might be expected, wash separately
• Dry clean is recommended
• Do not bleach
• Line dry in shade
• Do not tumble dry
• Iron medium to high temperature between 148˚C/300˚F to 204˚C/400˚F
• For spot cleaning, gently dab the area with water (do not rub)
• Dyed fabric needs to be kept out of direct sunlight to avoid excessive fading
• Always store the fabric in a dry condition (not humid)

Shipping & Returns

All domestic UK shipping is handled by Royal Mail. Orders within our in-stock inventory will be shipped from Nottingham within 5-7 working days unless they are pre-ordered or custom-made. International shipments are available worldwide by door-to-door air freight.

We take design and craftsmanship earnestly, and we want you to receive these pieces with much care. Our items are carefully inspected prior to shipment, but on the occasion a mistake happens, please notify us within 48 hours; our team will promptly work on a replacement after reviewing the case.

Return or exchange can be made within 14 days of receipt. Custom orders, fabric per meter, gifts, and sale items cannot be returned or exchanged. All items must be in new, unused condition with any tags still attached.

Please review our Shipping & Returns policy for more information. If you need further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us.

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MADE IN PAK JUSSI'S HOUSE, BANTUL

The streets are silent, and everyone’s quiet in Bantul — a coastal regency in the south of Yogyakarta. Here was where we met Pak Jussi and his neighbourhood of weavers. Mostly belonging to the older generation, they weave to keep up their old tradition.

It is not an unusual sight to see them grow their crops and spend hours tending the farm, as weaving becomes a work that they do while waiting for the crops. For these people, weaving fills in the rhythm of their life. Most of them acquired weaving skills from a tender age, yet the community faces a pressing challenge of generational continuity, grappling with a decline in demand for handwoven textiles.

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An elderly man immersed in the art of traditional weaving, sitting at a wooden loom inside a charming rustic house.

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