Kantha Work

Kantha is an ancient embroidery technique of West Bengal, India. It exemplifies India's meticulous and intricate embroidery traditions. This time-consuming running stitch embroidery adorns silk shawls, perfect for the state's moderate winter temperatures. With roots tracing back centuries, Kantha began as a method of stitching leftover cloth scraps together to create beautiful patchwork garments.

Textle Origin: West Bengal, India