Cotton handbag, 'Rainbow Parallels'
Shaped like a honeycomb, this mesmerizing handbag is a fascinating sample of Lahu artistry. One of Thailand's hill tribes, Lahu people are renowned for their patchwork appliqu�, banding and scalloping, and embroidery. For this bag, Anchalika Chamnan uses the pha tap technique to fold strips of colorful cloth, resulting in an extraordinary composition.
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