Renran Series Paper mulberry bark patchwork coaster

The series of [paper bark patchwork coasters] Everyday a cup of tea or a sip of coffee is a brief moment spent with yourself. This round coaster is made of bark cloth from Taiwan's native paper mulberry tree and cotton cloth. It has a soft touch and natural texture, adding a touch of soft rhythm to life. Inspired by traditional craftsmanship, it combines patchwork techniques with simple circular design, condensing the rustic aesthetics of Austronesian culture into the size of a palm, bringing gentle yet tough protection to the desktop. The specially treated bark cloth has improved durability and cleaning convenience. It can withstand daily hot and cold cups and is not afraid of moisture invasion. Taiwanese craftsmanship | Using native Taiwanese paper mulberry trees, hand-beaten to make bark cloth Locally made｜From Pingtung, hand-cut and sewn Product Features | The bark cloth material has been specially processed, is washable, durable and moisture-proof, and is both beautiful and practical ｜Product Specifications｜ ． Round diameter 10cm ． Material: paper mulberry bark, cotton and linen cloth, lining cloth ｜Instructions for use and maintenance｜ ． Avoid placing it outdoors in a place exposed to sunlight or humidity for a long time. ． If you need to pack and store it for a long time, make sure it is fully dried, then put it in a sealed storage box and place a desiccant in the box to keep it dry. ． If there is slight dirt, wipe it with a damp cotton cloth. ． If the dirt cannot be wiped clean, use laundry detergent and water to clean it. Avoid scrubbing when hand washing. If washing in a washing machine, please place it in a laundry bag. After cleaning, dry in the sun or in the shade. ｜Notes｜ ． The products are made of natural materials and hand-sewn. There are slight differences in size, color and shape (size ±0.5cm). This is normal and not considered a defect. We will not accept returns or exchanges. Please purchase with caution if you mind. ． The bark texture and color are shipped randomly and cannot be specified. ． The knots, cracks and partial yellowing on the bark are normal natural phenomena and are not considered product defects. ｜About paper mulberry bark craft｜ https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54431412325_be3cae70fc_b.jpg Paulownia is a native species of Taiwan, mainly distributed in plains to low-altitude mountainous areas. It has strong reproductive and growth capabilities in open land with plenty of sunlight. You can see it all over Taiwan, on the roadside, in parks, or in many idle spaces. In the past, paper mulberry tree bark was a good raw material for printing rice paper, cotton paper and banknotes because its bark is rich in fiber. The entire plant secretes a latex that can be made into a paste. The bark fiber of the paper mulberry tree has very good ductility. In the traditional Aboriginal craft, the fiber is stretched and made into cloth by beating it with a wooden mallet for daily wear. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54431412440_6e37147487_b.jpg When collecting paulownia trees, you need to first preset the items you want to make, select paulownia branches of appropriate thickness, and then saw off the branches. The paper mulberry tree grows vigorously and can continue to grow through sprouting or side buds after its branches are cut off. Within a year, the paper mulberry tree can grow to a height of more than three meters. The bark of the paper mulberry tree has various patterns and colors. The natural texture change is one of the important creative elements in paper mulberry craftsmanship. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54431412495_e09b885918_b.jpg The bark fiber of paper mulberry has unique ductility, which is a characteristic that the bark of other tree species does not necessarily possess. After the bark is soaked, it is struck with a hammer and the brown surface bark cracks, exposing the inner, ductile white bark fibers. During the beating process, the fibers will gradually stretch laterally. The more times they are struck, the greater the stretch, and the bark will become thinner and softer. After repeated hammering, the bark can stretch to 4 to 5 times its original width. By changing the number and direction of the tapping, bark cloth with different textures and appearances can be produced. Once the beating is complete, the bark is dried and used as cloth. ｜About the timelessness of black｜ https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54414067145_652888fd32_h.jpg Black Eternal is a design brand with bark fiber craftsmanship as its core. The team consists of four people, who are rooted in the culture of the Paiwan and Rukai people. We believe that culture is fluid, and only by practicing and continuing it in daily life can it be naturally integrated into life and become a part of us. Rethinking the relationship with the land, we discovered that the essence of life culture comes from the collection and use of nature. In this familiar yet unfamiliar environment, we rediscovered the paper mulberry tree, a plant that our ancestors once used to make cloth but is now considered useless. We choose to recover this ancient wisdom and rediscover its value through the collection, design and production of tree bark, turning it into home accessories such as furniture and lighting, so that traditional crafts can be integrated into modern life in a sustainable way. The timeless black is our study and practice of the land lifestyle. We hope that when people touch the works, they can not only feel the natural texture of the mulberry tree, but also experience the process from collection to creation - exploring life through physical practice, regaining the connection with the land, and allowing culture to continue over time.