Wool Damask – Bunad Fabric

Product Details

• Material: 65% new wool / 35% mohair
• Width: 150 cm (approx. 59 inches)
• Weight: approx. 440 g/m (approx. 0.97 lbs per meter)
• Colors available: Black, Blue (3 shades) and Green (2 shades)
• Weave: Damask (pattern created through satin weave contrast)
• Production: Gudbrandsdalen Uldvarefabrikk, Norway
• Price: Listed per centimeter
• Minimum order: 10 cm (4 inches)

A Timeless Damask Weave

Damask is a woven textile where the pattern is created through alternating weave structures rather than printing. The contrast between matte and lustrous surfaces gives the fabric a subtle, shifting pattern that becomes more visible in light.

The addition of mohair enhances this effect, giving the fabric:

• A soft sheen
• Increased durability
• A refined, exclusive appearance

Traditional Use in Bunads

This wool damask is traditionally used for:

• Bodices (liv) in Østerdal women’s bunad

The combination of deep color and woven pattern creates a classic and balanced look that complements traditional bunad materials.

With multiple color options available, this fabric can also be adapted for other bunads where damask is part of the tradition.

Choosing Your Color

This fabric is available in several carefully developed shades:

• Black – classic and timeless
• Blue (3 shades) – from deep to brighter tones
• Green (2 shades) – rich and traditional hues

Each color interacts differently with the damask pattern, as the woven structure reflects light in subtle ways.

A Fabric with Depth and Heritage

Damask has a long tradition in European textile history and holds a natural place in bunad craftsmanship. This fabric combines that heritage with modern quality—making it ideal for garments meant to last for generations.