The mechanical loom.
photo courtesy of dayanglaing.blogspot
A new contraption replacing the back-strap tension loom. Now this is an innovation that will revolutionise the weaving of pua kumbu by leaps and bounds. It takes the labour out of the final stage of weaving, and allows the weaver to invest more time on the actual kebat, which is where it really matters. It also means consistency of tension resulting in a pretty uniform warp; no more out-of-shape cloths. Soon, we might even see the battery operated or electrical loom, making the weaving process totally mechanised?
With this new technology, I hope to see more intricacy, detail and care being worked into patterns during the kebat and a return to the ancient custom of weaving dreams and philosophies and a full restoration of the kayau indu.
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