{"product_id":"ren-navy-64-per-metre","title":"Ren Navy   $64 per metre","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eJapanese sundried typewriter fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e: 87% Cotton 13% Linen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 140cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150gsm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour: \u003c\/strong\u003eNavy is a deep, classic navy with a softer, less richly pigmented tone. While it has all the\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003edarkness and depth expected of a true navy, the slightly muted colour gives it a more natural, understated appearance. Ren’s signature washed-back finish and subtle tonal variations add depth and character to the colour, reflecting the handmade, human-led production process. The result is a timeless navy with a beautifully relaxed, organic quality rather than a dense or overly saturated blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e*Colour is never exact on screen. Please order a swatch if unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuality: \u003c\/strong\u003eProduced in the Enshu region of Japan, this quality is made using traditional, labour- intensive methods designed to preserve the natural texture and character of the fabric. From washing and dyeing to spinning, sewing and drying, much of this process is carried  out by hand. Rather than relying on a fixed colour recipe, each dye bath is carefully mixed by an experienced craftsman, using their eye and judgement to achieve the desired colour. The fabric is then naturally dried in the Enshu sun and wind, giving Ren its distinctive  texture, subtle variations and beautifully lived in character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTHE CHARACTER\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBecause Ren is made in small batches using traditional methods, no two productions are exactly alike. You may notice subtle colour variations, uneven dyeing, dye  streaks, wrinkle-like marks, occasional natural fibre residue or small imperfections in the  surface. These are not flaws, they are evidence of the human-centred process. Even the weather leaves its mark. On rainy days, freshly dyed fabric is temporarily stored in a controlled fridge to prevent bacterial growth,  before returning to the sun when the weather clears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTHE PRODUCT\u003c\/span\u003e Ren was developed to beautifully showcase its surface texture. Its clean, tactile finish makes it particularly suited to garments where the fabric itself is part of the design. We love it for easy shirts, relaxed trousers, oversized tees, dresses and everyday pieces that only get better with wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTHE PROCESS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSMALL 20M BATCHES The mill produces  approximately 1200m per day, with fabric moved through the process in 20m batches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDYED BY EYE Each colour is individually mixed by an experienced dyer. There is no rigid recipe. Pigment and water are adjusted by hand according to the craftsman’s judgement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNATURALLY SUN-DRIED After dyeing, the fabric is spun and carefully handled before being hung to dry naturally. Drying takes an hour, depending on the weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHANDLED BY HAND Fabric is moved, folded and sewn together by hand throughout the process to prevent twisting and maintain its character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePOWERED BY THE SUN The mill operates using solar power working with the natural conditions of the Enshu region rather than against them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShrinkage:\u003cspan\u003e \u0026lt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e3%\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003eGentle Machine Wash. Drip Dry or Tumble Dry. Warm Iron. Dry Cleaneable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilled Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e All our Japanese cottons meet the Oeko-Tex standard, we only use mills which are certified and checked yearly. Potter Textiles has been in the business for 25 plus years and built up a solid relationship with the mills we work with and sourcing agents. We really pride ourselves on this as we know we can trust the mills we use for quality and standard.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Potter \u0026 Co Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50385516429526,"sku":"8606NAVY - REN","price":32.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0322\/3283\/3083\/files\/IMG_5932.jpg?v=1788845969","url":"https:\/\/potterandco.com.au\/products\/ren-navy-64-per-metre","provider":"Potter \u0026 Co Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}