Black Leaf Round Yoga Bolster SECOND

In hand block printing and natural dying, the elements of nature play a huge factor in colour variation and at times, print quality.  These subtle imperfections are all part of the hand made process and art form, making each piece unique. Sometimes the results don't quite meet our standards but they remain perfectly imperfect in every other way and might be just right for you at a reduced price.

This beautiful piece has been classed as a second due to colour variations in the fabric. 

Round bolsters have more height to deepen back and side bends. Use as a chest opening tool, placing underneath behind the spine, allowing your shoulders to open up more on each side.

Can be used during meditation if the traditional lotus pose or cross legged positions are not for you. Play with having the bolster between your legs in hero’s pose to allow for better circulation.

Placing the bolster under the knees in lying down positions can take the pressure out of the lower back allowing for more comfort and ease in Yoga Nidra, Shavasana or just generally lying down on your back

This pattern was created using one block.   The black dye used is called syahi which is a black printing paste made from scrap recycled iron which is fermented with molasses and water for 15 days. This blend creates a rich brown colour that is briefly boiled with tamarind powder. When printing the colour turns to black and is laid to dry and fix in the sun for one-two days.  The fabric is then submerged into alizarin dye to fix the black dye. Fabric is washed and followed by another dip in harder to fix the dye.