The Art of Weaving.

Where heritage meets human hands.

In the quiet corners of Southern Thailand, weaving is more than tradition — it’s our daily life. At T.A.I Studio, each piece begins in the wetlands of Phatthalung, where Krajood grows wild and strong.

Harvested by hand and treated using natural methods, these fibers form the foundation of a craft passed down through generations.

Every handmade object carries within it the soul of its maker.
— Junichiro Tanizaki

We don’t follow patterns — we carry them.

Taught by our mothers, grandmothers, and community elders, we weave not just with technique, but with memory. Each bag, each basket, is shaped with precision and instinct — a dance between discipline and feeling.

Krajood Stems Drying in the Sun

Freshly cut Krajood drying in the sun alongside some unfinished baskets.

This is not industrial weaving.

There are no shortcuts. Just time, care, and the quiet rhythm of hands working in harmony with natural materials.

Patterns are the soul of the craft, from classic chevrons to bespoke designs, each motif reflects the individual skill and vision of the maker.

While some remain unchanged for generations, others are custom-designed, blending modern aesthetics with traditional methods.

Examples of Traditional and Contemporary Weaving & Embroidery

Evolving Styles: Traditional and Contemporary Weaving & Embroidery.

Behind every piece is a family.

A community. A way of life sustained by your support.

When you choose T.A.I Studio, you carry more than a product. You carry the legacy of a craft — and the future of the people who keep it alive.

Great-Grandma at home in Phatthalung, home of Krajood.

Khuṇ yāythwd (Great-Grandma) at home in Phatthalung, home of Krajood.

Choose pieces that honour the craft and the people behind it.

When you carry a T.A.I Studio design, you carry the hands, history, and hope of those who made it.

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Krajood stems being handwoven

Krajood stems being handwoven.

A finished “Rewadee” bag, handwoven from Krajood and lined with Linen.

A finished “Rewadee” bag, handwoven from Krajood and lined with Linen.

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