The lotus (nelumbo nucifer) is on aquatic perennial which spreads on thousand hectares in Cambodia. Thoses pink and white flowers are sacred in parts of Asia. SAMATOA (http://www.samatoa.com/) discovers in 2009 the possibility to extract the fibers from the stems of the lotus and has developed a unique handmake process. 100% ecological, natural and renewable. Traines and educated underprovilegied persons from 3 villages in Cambodia in order to extract the fibers of the stems of lotus flower and weave it to get the precious fabric. The villagers were fascinated and they enjot now a new decent job, the production of the unique thread which will be sold for the luxury market Samatoa is actually the first compagny in the world who propose lotus clothing and accessories made from natural lotus flower fabric. More informations there : http://www.lotus-flower-fabric.com/
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