Khamma Ghani Folk Cotton Kantha Cushion Covers

What does the Folk cover look like?

A black ground carries dense, jewel-bright patchwork squares of folk florals, geometrics and tiny mirror dots in orange, green, pink, blue and yellow. A white stitched rim runs around the edge, finished with tassels. It is heavy with work and full of colour, closer to a folk textile than a plain cushion.

Which sizes can I choose from?

It comes in 16 x 16, 18 x 18 and 32 x 32 inches. The two smaller sizes suit sofas, armchairs and diwans, while 32 x 32 inches is a large size meant for floor seating or as a statement piece on a daybed or in a reading corner.

How do I care for the tassels?

Keep the tassels away from vacuum cleaner nozzles and pets that like to chew. If they get tangled, comb them gently with your fingers. When washing, hand wash in cold water, avoid wringing the tassels, and let them hang loose while the cover dries in shade so they keep their shape.

Who makes it?

It is sourced directly from Keshav, an embroidery cooperative based in Barmer, Rajasthan. The work combines Kantha running stitches, Kambadiya patchwork and Banjara folk embroidery with mirror dots, all done by hand on cotton.

Will the patches on mine be the same?

The overall colour will stay similar, but individual patches may vary, as finding the same patches again is extremely difficult. Expect the same black ground and bright folk feel, with a slightly different arrangement of squares. Each one is pieced by hand and is unique.