Raffia Shibori Cocoon & Moth Table Runner

A woven study of transformation in Egyptian red

The Raffia Shibori Table Runner brings together Madagascar raffia, resist-dyed pattern, and imagery drawn from the life cycle of silk. Bands of earthy red, coral, and natural fiber shift across the surface, interrupted by pale cocoon forms and open-winged moths. The result feels graphic without becoming rigid—the irregularities of dye and weave keep the pattern active and unmistakably handmade.

Pattern & Meaning

Cocoon and Moth Motif: Repeated forms trace the silkworm’s transformation from enclosed cocoon to winged moth, connecting the runner visually to the conservation work its sale supports.
Alternating Imagery: Cocoons create compact oval marks, while the moth forms open across the weave, establishing rhythm along the runner’s length.
Egyptian Red Palette: Deep brick red is softened by coral, ochre, and areas of undyed raffia, giving the pattern warmth and layered tonal variation.
Naturally Irregular Pattern: Differences in placement, saturation, and outline record the movement of dye through a surface worked by hand.

Raffia & Resist Dyeing

Madagascar Raffia: Woven raffia gives the runner a dry, tactile body that lies with greater structure than conventional fabric table linens.
Shibori-Dyed Surface: Resist techniques prevent portions of the fiber from receiving the same concentration of color, revealing the cocoon and moth imagery as the material is opened.
Dyed and Undyed Fiber: Areas of exposed natural raffia provide contrast while keeping the plant fiber visible beneath the bolder red tones.
Handmade Construction: The runner is woven and dyed from start to finish in Madagascar, with subtle shifts in size and color preserved as part of the process.

Across the Table

A Strong Center Line: Its elongated pattern draws the eye through the table and provides a natural framework for serving bowls, candles, or low arrangements.
Earth-Toned Settings: Pair with dark wood, ochre ceramics, smoky glass, or aged metal to deepen the red and brown notes.
Simple Dinnerware: White or sand-colored plates provide a quiet counterpoint to the runner’s graphic imagery.
Between Meals: Leave it in place beneath a shallow bowl or sculptural vessel so the woven pattern remains part of the room.

Product Details

Material: Dyed and undyed woven raffia
Technique: Shibori resist dyeing
Pattern: Cocoon and moth
Color: Egyptian red with coral, ochre, and natural raffia tones
Dimensions: 14 x 65 in
Origin: Handmade from start to finish in Madagascar
Certification: Fair Trade Certified
Production: Sustainably sourced through a community-led social enterprise
Variation: Differences in size, weave, pattern, and color are expected from the handcrafted process

Care

Cleaning: Spot clean with cool or warm water.
Drying: Lay flat to dry.
Pressing: Steam iron if desired.

Ideal For

• Anchoring dining tables with bold woven pattern
• Layering beneath low bowls, candles, or serving pieces
• Pairing with earthenware and natural wood
• Introducing warm red and coral tones to neutral kitchens
• Leaving on display as a textile centerpiece between meals

Through woven raffia and resist-dyed imagery, this runner turns the silk moth’s life cycle into a richly colored table textile shaped by material, pattern, and purpose.