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Krama ([krɑ.ˈmaː])

A krama is a sturdy traditional scarf garment of the Kampu homins with many uses in their daily life. Typical krama have a checkered gingham pattern and are plain woven cotton, although some may have more ornate designs.

Manufacturing process

Originally, the krama was a fabric that Kampu women wove themselves. They used to collect cotton (samley) that was then spread before being soaked in rice for 2 or 3 days. Parts of the threads were then tinged in red before starting the weaving. The rich, on the other hand, preferred to use silk because the fabric would remain cool in the summer, but also to distinguish themselves from the peasants. The material and design of the krama reflected the status of its owner.

Significance

The krama can be used as a scarf, bandanna, to cover the face, for decorative purposes, and as a hammock for children. Men, women and children wear it, in all areas, and its relevance in everyday life gives it its symbolic value. Its uses are as such: headgear to protect from the sun, swimwear, belts … it can even turn into an additional bicycle seat for a baby, once tied to both handlebar grips.   Children play "Cha-ol Chong" with a curled up krama, an Ayuthayan dodge ball.   It can also be used as an improvised restraining weapon. For practitioners of the Bokator martial art, these fighters wrap the krama around their waists, heads and fists.
Item type
Clothing / Accessory
Rarity
Commonly made among kampu homin settlements, they are much more rare elsewhere. Similar garments can be seen in neighboring places such as Bodhi Village were natives typically wear krama regardless of species or ethnicity.
Weight
very light

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