News — Kantha quilts

Close up on Kantha Fabrics

Indian Bedcovers Indian Bedspreads Indian Quilts Kantha Kantha quilts

Close up on Kantha Fabrics

Standing in the shop having a close look at the wonderful variety of fabrics used in our colourful Kantha quilts and throws.

Read more →


Kantha Scarves with a Vintage Twist

Embroidery Ethnic Shop Sheffield Indian Embroidery Indian Silks Kantha quilts Kantha scarves Silk Silk Scarves

Kantha Scarves with a Vintage Twist

Kantha scarves are handstitched using both long and short strokes giving texture to the silk that you just want to reach out and touch. 

Read more →


Ultimate Upcycling - Vintage Kantha Quilts

Bedspreads Indian Bedcovers Indian Bedspreads Indian Textiles Kantha Kantha quilts

Ultimate Upcycling -  Vintage Kantha Quilts

A close up on the fabrics used by village women of Bangladesh who recycle fabrics from old saris & stitch them together to make beautiful Kantha quilts. 

Read more →


Kantha Quilts and Scarves

Embroidery Indian Bedspreads Kantha quilts Kantha scarves Quilts

Kantha Quilts and Scarves

Kantha is a type of embroidery stitching typical of rural Bengal. Village women repurpose old saris to make quilts, shawls and cushions to create a new item - what we would today call upcycling.

Read more →