Aasha, meaning “hope” in Hindi, is a one-of-a-kind kantha quilt created in collaboration with artisans in the village of Sima Nagar, West Bengal.
Made from three layers, the outer layers are handloomed cotton, while a repurposed sari sits within, revealed softly when held up to the light. This hidden layer brings an added depth to the piece, carrying a quiet story within the cloth itself.
The surface is stitched using a continuous, freehand kantha stitch. The zigzag pattern moves across the fabric in green, red, blue, black, and yellow, forming a rhythmic, multicoloured composition.
Each piece is stitched without templates, allowing the pattern to develop organically through the hand. Small variations and irregularities are part of the process, reflecting the natural rhythm of the stitch.
Due to the use of handloomed cotton and a zero-waste approach, joining seams may be visible within the quilt.
Details
Size: 140 x 230 cm
Colour: Multicoloured (stitch) on neutral cotton base
Material: Outer layers: handloomed cotton Inner layer: repurposed cotton sari
Origin: Made in West Bengal, India in collaboration with artisans in Sima Nagar.
Care
Machine washable.
Do not use bleach, harsh detergents, or high heat.
Due to the handloomed nature of the fabric, a joining seam may be visible.
As each piece is handmade, slight variations in colour and size are part of its character
Giving back
This piece is created in collaboration with artisans in West Bengal, supporting consistent work and fair pay through traditional craft.
Made using a zero-waste approach, smaller panels of fabric are thoughtfully brought together, ensuring nothing goes to waste.
A portion of proceeds is shared with marginalised communities through our ongoing partnership with human rights organisation Restless Beings.
For every order placed, we also plant a tree, contributing to long-term environmental restoration.
