Multicolor - Bagh Hand Block Printed Chanderi Silk Stole 09

Exact dimensions in inches or metres are listed on the product page. Our stoles vary in length and width depending on the style and drape. Compare with a stole you own for reference.

Yes. Our stoles are versatile. They work as neck wraps, head coverings, shoulder drapes, or scarves. Lighter fabrics drape better for head covering. Heavier ones suit shoulders.

First wash in cold water separately with a pinch of salt to set natural dyes. Hand wash is safest. Most dyes stabilize after the first wash. Avoid hot water and bleach.

The product page lists the exact fabric: cotton, silk, wool, pashmina, or blends. We also mention the craft technique used. Fabric weight and texture are described for each piece.

Iron on low heat while slightly damp. Use a pressing cloth for silk, wool, and embroidered stoles. Cotton stoles can handle direct ironing. Steam works well for removing wrinkles gently.

Bagh printing comes from the town of Bagh in Madhya Pradesh, near the Bagh river. It uses only natural red and black dyes on cotton. The Khatri families here have a GI-tagged tradition going back centuries.

Fabric is soaked in castor oil and goat dung, then washed in the Bagh river. Carved teak blocks stamp alizarin red and iron-black dyes. After printing, the fabric is boiled in dhawda flower solution to fix colors.

Look for slight irregularities in the pattern. block prints are never perfectly symmetrical. The reverse side shows faint ink marks. These small imperfections confirm it's hand-stamped, not machine-made.

Each impression is placed by hand. Block pressure, ink amount, and fabric texture create natural variations. Two pieces from the same batch will look similar but never identical.

First wash in cold water with a pinch of salt to set the dye. Always hand wash or gentle machine cycle. Dry in shade. direct sun can shift natural dye colors over time.

Chanderi Silk has a smooth, cool-to-touch surface with a natural sheen. It drapes elegantly and feels light against the skin. The texture becomes softer with gentle use over time.

Dry clean is safest for Chanderi Silk. If hand washing, use cold water and a mild silk-specific detergent. Never wring. Roll in a towel to absorb moisture, then dry flat in shade.

Chanderi Silk works across seasons. It feels cool in summer and retains warmth in winter. The natural temperature regulation of silk makes it comfortable year-round in Indian climates.

With proper care, Chanderi Silk products last for years. The fibre is naturally strong. Avoid rough handling, direct sun, and chemical detergents. Gentle care keeps it looking fresh long-term.

Silk production is labour-intensive. from rearing silkworms to reeling the thread. Chanderi Silk involves additional regional techniques that add time and skill. The price reflects the material and the maker's effort.