Winding the Warp, Echigo Jōfu

After winding the thread once more onto spools, it is time for warping. Each bolt of Echigo jōfu is wound separately to the twelve meter length needed for one kimono. The warp is wound two threads at a time. To prevent tangling and unnecessary handling, the delicate ramie threads are run through two long bamboo tubes, which are used like chopsticks at one end to make the cross. This warp is then chained off the warping board.