Jaipur vintage kantha quilts patchwork kantha throws
USD $12 - $13 /Piece
Min.Order:30 Pieces
Panpaliya present a specialized range of pure cotton quilts, which is popular as Kantha Quilts 'patchwork kantha pattern'. This is handmade work and involves laborious work. It takes nearly a week to complete one such cotton kantha work but the end result is not only pure ecstasy but is an exemplary example of the quality and finish that our artisans have to offer. These are invaluable embroidered and hand worked pieces that are priced competitively. The quilts are traditionally made by women in poorer communities with limited resources. In West Bengal, where one of our partner organizations, New Light, is based, these quilts are called kantha quilts. In Rajasthan, where another partner organization is based, these quilts are called gudari. Muslims in North India
This Vintage Throw Kantha Quilt is made of 100% Cotton Fabric. It has three layers of old recycled sarees stitched together with thousands of small & delicate fine running sturdily Kantha stitches, Hand crafted softly quilted handmade by artisans in India. Two good condition fabric is placed on both side of quilt and small pieces of fabric are placed in between in such a way that its equally spread (Batting/Wadding/Filler) and makes a three layer quilt, some time if both side fabric are thick enough then we don’t keep any middle stuff. Each Sari fabric has been washed before making the quilts and has not been used in its Kantha Throw form.
• The entire quilt is painstakingly hand embroidered with end number of straight running stitches to create a unique product, one of a kind (No two are alike), thus it’s a perfect GIFT too (Wedding Gift). All these make them a Vintage Kantha Quilt.
• It is an old age tradition in rural India to recycle used old sari for making quilts/throws. Kantha is still the most popular form of embroidery practiced by rural women in India. The way in which the stitches have been done by hand makes the quilt extraordinary. This quilt is 100% Organic & eco-friendly.
• It has different beautiful warm and charming colours, designs and patterns on either side which gives a distinct look & thus can be used both sides (REVERSIBLE). These quilts are famed and admired due to their Kantha work.
• These quilts are very kid friendly; kids actually love it with its color and cool pattern.
• Whether you drape it over your bed, couch, or favourite chair, it’s sure to make a statement and breathe new life into your decor. Bright colours add vibrancy to your living space / bedroom. Buy a few to add a kaleidoscope of color to any room. Purchasing a Fair trade Kantha QuiltS creates employment opportunities and a sustainable life for the women artisans and their families.
• It can be used in a variety of ways as quilt, blanket, bed cover, bed throw, bedspread, table cover, coverlet, curtains, wall hanging, tapestry, rug for picnics/beaches and carpet.
• Due to Kantha stitches it gives enough strength and durability for washing by hands and also it can be cold washed through washing machine.
• We are 100% sure that you will love these beautiful Kantha quilts forever once you bought it, because these quilts are more beautiful in person.
• As these are made by old recycled sarees hence they may have some loose threads, open ends, small spots/stain and small patches (Patches from other colourful sarees), which is very rare since each item is handpicked and these things are not being considered as defects, as item is made of vintage material. This is a normal part of the work for 100% handmade quilt, which adds more beauty to its character, but there won't be any compromise in quality. However, we think you are more likely to be amazed by how perfect a handmade product can be and time taken to make this quilt.
We hold more than 4000 pieces of Indian vintage kantha quilts at any time and offer great bargains and discounts for bulk orders. Do visit us whenever in India for great deals.