Threads of Life, Ubud

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A fair-trade business, Threads of Life works to alleviate poverty in the rural areas of Indonesia. The shop commissions handicrafts from the local people--items are made with native materials and natural dyes. Proceeds go to the region's weavers, who have a chance to establish independent coops, manage their resources, and make a living in a sustainable way. Start your trip to Ubud by creating a personalized itinerary on Klarna Trips.

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4.7

By mimickingbirds

My mum and I did a half day Batik dying class today. The experience was wonderful: the instructor was very knowledgeable, patient and friendly. Would definitely come again for more workshops: highly..... more

My mum and I did a half day Batik dying class today. The experience was wonderful: the instructor was very knowledgeable, patient and friendly. Would definitely come again for more workshops: highly..... more »
By sukiz2013

Threads of Life is full of wonderful art pieces. Handmade treasures from all over Indonesia are collected and curated with impeccable taste, and a view to preserving crucial historical methods.

Threads of Life is full of wonderful art pieces. Handmade treasures from all over Indonesia are collected and curated with impeccable taste, and a view to preserving crucial historical methods. more »
By RonL1463

We bought some unusual items on a trip to Flores Island when we were there in 2012...one was a ceremonial piece from Sumba that they had only seen one other time...They had some nice weavings there...

We bought some unusual items on a trip to Flores Island when we were there in 2012...one was a ceremonial piece from Sumba that they had only seen one other time...They had some nice weavings there... more »

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By Talia Shaban

I absolutely loved the Batik fabric dye class offered by Threads Of Life. It was such a fascinating experience to learn about how fabrics are naturally dyed from such humble looking leaves. The creative part of the class was so relaxing and fulfilling. I loved the piece I created and using traditional tools and having everything come from nature. This was a really special experience.

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By Mila Shwaiko

Threads of Life is a treasure. One of the only organisations working to revitalise weaving in Bali and Indonesia. The store is magic: go and let your eyes feast on all things natural dye and textile related. Humans are amazing creators!

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By matthew anderson

Very high quality hand made fabrics sourced from all over Indonesia and Timor. $ goes back to the makers. Investment pieces.

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By Lewis Mindy

Small but really interesting little museum. Has examples of various traditional textiles, some for sale. Free to look round the place.

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By Irina Anwar

Beautiful presentation of traditional fabrics of various places in Indonesia. Relatively expensive but totally understandable. For a napkin dip dyed in natural color IDR 95k

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