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(QNO) - Using readily available natural materials and their skillful hands, the Co Tu people in Quang Nam province have crafted unique woven products that embody their ethnic identity.
The lives of the Co Tu people are closely tied to the vast Truong Son mountains, a land rich in rattan, bamboo, and palm leaves. No one knows exactly when the weaving craft began here. From a young age, Co Tu men are taught the craft by village artisans, mastering weaving skills early in life.
Creating a beautiful woven product relies greatly on the weaver’s experience, from selecting and preparing materials to mastering techniques. Bamboo must be over two years old, rattan must come from mature, flexible vines, and bamboo must be straight and long-jointed. Different weaving methods are used for different products.
After several field surveys, the Vietnam Handicraft Exporters Association and organizations dedicated to preserving the traditional crafts of Vietnam’s ethnic communities decided to organize the “Exhibition and Introduction of Co Tu Weaving Craft” in Hanoi.
This event not only allows the public to experience the unique cultural identity of the Co Tu people through their weaving tradition, but also helps showcase these products to the wider public, young designers, and interested businesses - bringing the community’s handmade creations closer to potential markets.
A development project has planted 50 hectares of new rattan and protected another 50 hectares for sustainable use. Nearly 250 Co Tu households received training, with young villagers learning weaving techniques and designs from other provinces. With support in production and sales, many now earn income from selling handicrafts and souvenirs to tourists.