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Kantha Embroidery

Kantha is an embroidery handicraft practised by rural women in the Indian subcontinent of Bangladesh, West Bengal, Tripura, and Odisha. This type of embroidery is done on old saris and clothes and is commonly used to make quilts, blankets, bedsheets, etc. Today, Kantha work stitched sarees, kurta, dupatta, and stoles are widely popular among women all over the country. Beautiful...

Kantha Embroidery

Kantha is an embroidery handicraft practised by rural women in the Indian subcontinent of Bangladesh, West Bengal, Tripura, and Odisha. This type of embroidery is done on old saris and clothes and is commonly used to make quilts, blankets, bedsheets, etc. Today, Kantha work stitched sarees, kurta, dupatta, and stoles are widely popular among women all over the country. Beautiful motifs of flowers, animals, birds and geometrical patterns are stitched on clothes to give them a unique look. 

Buy Kantha work fabric online and add elegance and a touch of Indian tradition to your everyday look. This traditional embroidery technique has gained wide popularity due to its perfect finish and intricate detailing. Our designed Kantha embroidered fabric collection reflects the immense hard work of thousands of artisans in different corners of the country. A large variety of colourful threads are used in Kantha embroidery to enhance the overall sophistication of the product. Gift your loved ones unique Kantha embroidered fabrics from our online shopping site.

If you are looking for a unique gift for your mother, daughter, wife, sister, friend, or other loved ones, iTokri brings you a fantastic collection of the best Kantha embroidered fabric online. Celebrate India’s rich culture and art tradition by wearing Kantha embroidered sarees, dupatta, kurtas, stoles and much more. The eye-catching Kantha embroidery fabrics will stand out among the crowd in festivals, wedding functions, birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, or any other occasion. 

Complete your look by pairing beautiful handmade jewellery with Kantha embroidered sarees. These intricate designs are perfect for all Indian festivals, and the fabrics are both stylish and graceful.

Kantha Work Available in Following Fabric

You can get your hands on the following kinds of Kantha work fabric on iTokri: 

  • Tussar Silk 

Kantha embroidery on Tussar silk looks very elegant and royal. This fabric is known for its shine and unique texture. We have a number of options including the Bengal Kantha Work Tussar Silk Handloom Fabric. 

  • Mulberry Silk 

Mulberry silk is super soft to the touch and it has a natural sheen. You can check out the Bengal Kantha Hand Embroidered Mulberry Silk Fabric on iTokri amongst various other varieties. 

Tips to use Kantha Embroidery Fabric

The Kantha print fabric is a super versatile fabric which can be used in a number of ways: 

  • For Making Different Garments  

You can get suit sets, scarves, jackets or any other apparel of your choice after buying Kantha fabric by the yard online. 

  • Bags And Potlis 

You can make stylish bags and potlis from the Kantha print fabric. You can use these photos and bags to complement any ethnic or modern outfit.  

  • Gift Wrap 

You can even wrap up your gifts in Kantha fabric. This will make your gift wrapping very special and unique.  

  • Accessories 

You can make headbands, belts and any other accessory with the Kantha cloth. This will help you in adding a pop of colour to your outfit. 

iTokri - Your Ultimate Handicraft Shopping Destination 

Our online handicraft store offers an affordable range of Kantha embroidery fabrics without compromising on quality and durability. We provide excellent customer service, including fast delivery, easy returns, a reasonable cancellation policy, and international shipping. Now, you can send Indian handicrafts to your relatives residing abroad and make them feel closer to home during festive seasons. 

iTokri is the most trusted and loved online handicraft store, and we bring to you handpicked collections of handicrafts straight from the homes and workshops of our talented Indian artisans. Check out our handmade sarees,  dupattas,  blouse fabrics,  stoles,  shoulder bags,  and jewellery

FAQs

1. Which fabric is used for Kantha embroidery?

Initially, Kantha was stitched on cotton or silk, but it is used on other fabrics like georgette, crepe, chiffon, etc.

 2. What thread does Kantha embroidery use?

Embroidery thread or pearl cotton thread is used for stitching Kantha embroidery along with a needle.

3. What are the best Kantha embroidered fabrics?

Kantha embroidery is best practised on silk and cotton fabrics. However, due to the modern-day customer’s requirements, it is now also offered on georgette, crepe and chiffon fabrics.

What are the 7 types of Kantha embroidery?

The seven types of Kantha embroidery are:

  • Lep Kantha
  • Oaar Kantha
  • Archilata Kantha
  • Durjani Kantha
  • Baiton Kantha
  • Rumal Kantha
  • Sujani Kantha 

What is the price of Kantha fabric?

The range of Kantha embroidery fabric can range from anywhere between Rs1800/meter to Rs 6900/meter.

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