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What is the best place to buy kantha Quilts

If you're looking to buy kantha quilts online and aren't sure where to start, look no further than this one-stop shop for all your kantha quilts needs : 

JAIPUR HANDLOOM PROVIDES HANDMADE KANTHA QUILTS, PREMIUM QUALITY, ETHICALLY MADE and provide for Sustainable living of local artisans.

Our vintage kantha quilts are Hand-stitched in India ( Bengal) from three layers of vintage recycled sari cloth. These Reversible Vintage Kantha Quilts are made 100% Organic and Eco-Friendly and One of a kind. Each blanket is totally unique!
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Block Printed Indigo kantha quilt collection- A Colorful Affair by Jaipur Handloom

Design and printing 

Each sari is handprinted using a traditional block printing method to give it a unique look. A small wooden block with a specific pattern is tapped into a specially made mud before being applied to the fabric. This procedure is repeated until the cotton quilt is completely covered. The fabric is then sun dried for two days before the indigo dying process begins.

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What to Look for When Buying a Vintage Kantha Quilt Online

While each vintage kantha quilt is unique, there are a few characteristics that many of them will have in common. Fading, patching, and wear all add to the vintage kantha's allure; they sing with personality, substance, and culture. These are not the blankets for you if you want a brand-new Indian throw in pristine condition.
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How do I care for a Kantha Quilt - AfterCare

Hand Washing Your Kantha Quilt

The kantha quilt was traditionally washed by hand in India and Bangladesh. This is still the best option for cleaning your blanket to reduce the risk of pulls. For best results, fill a bathtub with cold to lukewarm water (below 30°C/86°F) and use a mild detergent.

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Hundreds of Fresh New Kantha quilts are now available on Jaipur Handloom

Each kantha has wildly varied colours and patterns, but you'll notice that they always go well together. Who wouldn't love these appealing and gleaming kantha blankets? They bring new colours and a sense of history into the home.

 These kantha quilts contain contrasting patterns on both sides, which is one of its many unique features. Typically, one side has a bold, heroic print while the other is more delicate. So, if you prefer to switch up your decor frequently, these are practically two blankets in one!

 

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