This pair of cross-stitched embroidery pieces has colourful, geometric designs on woven indigo-dyed cotton. Yao women learn to sew from a young age and the designs they produce are unique to their community. The Yao are thought to have migrated to North Thailand from central China over the last millennium. Today Yao communities can be found in many areas including southern Chinese provinces, Thailand, Vietnam and Laos.While embroidered cloths were traditionally incorporated in garments and other accessories, these are produced with a combination of cut-and-sewn strips of fabric (appliqué) and embroidered details.
