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Aftercare One of the questions that we’re most often asked at Kantha Decor is “how do I care for my kantha quilt?” We understand the concern. You’re the new owner of a beautifully hand embroidered blanket and the last thing you want to do is have the thread pulled while in the washing machine.

Each vintage kantha quilt is totally unique, there are a few similarities that are likely to feature on a large proportion of them. Factors such as fading, patching and wear, all contribute to what makes the vintage kantha so desirable; they sing with personality, substance and culture. But if you’re expecting an immaculate condition Indian throw that is in factory-condition, these are not the blankets for you. 

In our Choosing a Kantha Quilt series we’ll be exploring the differences between cotton and silk blankets, and helping you to decide which fabric is the best for your needs. So without further ado, here is all you need to know about how our cotton and silk blankets differ.

The process of making an indigo cotton quilt begins in the same way as other varieties of Kantha, with a preloved 100% cotton sari. These garments come in a wide range of colours and designs, and are wonderfully soft. Over time, as with any item of clothing, older saris become faded and unworn, at which point they can be repurposed into one of these beautiful indigo quilt throws.

If you’ve been scrolling through our shop, the chances are high that you’ve got a rather long list of 100% cotton Kantha quilts to narrow down. We know how hard it is to choose a Kantha quilt - we’ve been there! 

If you’re struggling to make a decision on which Indian throw to bring home with you, you’re in the right place. We’ve created a number of guides to help you. 

The issue of waste created by our modern throwaway culture is making headline news, but do we really have to sacrifice all of the little luxuries in life in order to live more eco-consciously? 

With Kantha Decor, you can have the best of both worlds - satisfying your shopping needs while doing your part for the planet. 

Kantha is a Sanskrit word that literally means Rags while Kantha itself is a form of embroidery style, perhaps one of the oldest hand embroidery methods that originated in South Asia, mainly India and somewhat in Bangladesh. Kantha embroidery, as simple as it is, is not an intricate form of stitches but just the basic running stitches used to create amazing des