Kain kebat, tied, dyed and woven by Ibu Seda. Warp ikat, commercial cotton, natural dyes, Sungai Utik, 2014. Commissioned by Threads of Life. This textile, known as kebat, would usually be sewn into a women's traditional skirt. These skirts are made by the Iban women in the traditional long houses of Sungai Utik in the region Kapus Ulu in West Kalimantan. It is woven by women using all natural dyes which is an extremely complex process particularly that of the mordant process which requires many products from the community forest that has been regarded as an example of a well-managed forest and has not been turned over to palm palm oil plantations. The mordant process is often done with a ritual. The Iban textiles have always been highly regarded for their unique designs, many of which were originally woven from dreams. The motif Cecak refers to the small lizard that you usually see on the walls. This small lizard is believed to bring good fortune especially to weavers to make a good clear and straight textiles. (Description by Threads of Life)