Materials & Components

At times, a Jedi may have opportunity or cause to manufacture or otherwise obtain their own possessions, such as Jedi Robes, Fæposh, prayer mats, prayer flags, etc. Some of these might call for specialized materials or even ritualistic blessings upon the finished product.

Below is a working list of materials we find useful, and how they may be utilized.

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Fabrics

Officially, "Jedi don't wear uniforms." Traditionally, a Jedi wears a garment of robes. Generally, the colors consist of a mixture of whites, browns, or earth tones which signify the Jedi Order's connection to the living Force and nature.

While Jediism does not forbid the use of any particular fabrics, Talmudic religions do forbid the blending or interweaving of [unlike] fabrics (ie. plant-based (cotton, linen, etc), and animal-based (leather, sik, wool, etc)). While the reason is never made clear, a Jedi may find benefit in contemplating and considering both the practical and allegorical purpose of such laws, and determining for yourself why you might choose one fabric or blend over another.

Cotton

Cotton has many advantages, such as its ability to control moisture, insulate, and provide comfort. It is hypoallergenic, weather-proof, and durable.

Naturally absorbent, cotton doesn't show perspiration or retain odors like synthetics and animal-byproduct fibers do; so for you conservationists, that means multiple wears between washings, which also helps them last longer.

Cotton is ideal for everything from work to play, athletic wear to evening wear.

Linen

Linen is a flax-based textile that is very strong, absorbent, and dries faster than cotton.

Garments made of linen are desirable in hot and humid climates, and are even mentioned in the Bible as being worn by "both nobles and angels." It's most undesirable characteristic is its tendency to wrinkle.

Linen comes in the following types:

Damask -- the most delicate variety, which is similar to embroidery.
Plain-woven -- a hardier variety often used to make towels, or simple mats.
Loosely-woven -- an absorbent but less durable option, recommended for prayer flags and meditation bands.
Sheeting -- a closer weave used in clothing for its uneven, soft feel.

Silk

Silk is a natural animal-based byproduct of silkworms. Produced by four different species, all carry different qualities and features that make them the perfect fit for specific garments. Most notably, raw silk was used in making Qui-Gon Jinn's tunics.

Used in developing around 35 distinct fabrics, this versatile product is ideal for displaying elegance and honor.

It's least desirable characteristic is that it is expensive to buy, and to clean.

Wool

Very hefty and dense, wool is very good for retaining body heat, but heavy and cumbersome when wet.

The textile is made from animal-byproduct fibers in a diagonal weave, from two types of long-haired artiodactyls (sheep, goats, camels, llamas, etc) -- long / soft fibers, combined with short / coarse fibers.

Notable use of heavy wool in Jedi attire is Obi-Wan's robes.

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