Khamma Ghani Coral Elephant Patchwork Cotton Cushion Covers

How are the elephants made on this piece?

Each elephant is Kantha patchwork: pieces of orange, purple, red and olive fabric are cut and sewn together to build the body and the decorated howdah, then finished with a stitched outline and small mirror accents. All of it is done by hand in Barmer.

What kind of room suits the coral-pink ground?

Coral-pink is a warm, cheerful base, so it brightens a cream, beige or white sofa straight away. It also sits well with wooden furniture, terracotta planters and brass, and makes a lively corner on a reading chair, a daybed or a window seat.

Will mine look exactly like the one pictured?

The overall colour stays similar, but finding the same patches every time is very difficult, so the exact fabrics in your elephant may differ a little. Small irregularities are a natural part of handmade work, and screen settings can also shift how colours appear.

What is the cover made of?

It is made of cotton, with patchwork pieces forming the elephant design on the cotton ground. The finish is matte throughout, so the cover has a relaxed, homely look rather than a shiny one, with only the small mirrors catching the light.

Would it make a good gift?

Yes. A handmade elephant cushion cover is an easy, cheerful gift for anyone who enjoys colour at home, and it suits most sofas and beds. It also carries a small story, since it is made by a women's self-help group in Barmer led by master artisan Keshav.