Chitrika Pure Khadi Cotton Handloom Saree Yellow

What is painted on the blouse?

A painted scene of a boat with figures, worked on a red ground with touches of blue and green. It is busy and narrative, almost like a painted story panel, and it is the one patterned piece in the outfit against the plain yellow saree.

Does the red blouse suit the yellow saree?

Yes. Yellow and red make a warm, cheerful pairing. The saree is a plain yellow khadi, with the pallu the same as the body and tassels at the end, so the painted scene on the red blouse gets all the attention and the saree simply frames it.

How much blouse fabric is there?

The hand-painted blouse fabric is a 1 metre piece, enough for a standard blouse with room to choose your sleeve and neckline. The saree itself is 6.4 to 6.5 metres of handwoven khadi cotton. Your tailor can cut the blouse to your size, keeping the painted scene where it shows best.

Which way should the painting face when stitched?

A scene like this looks best centred on the back panel, where it can be seen whole. Ask your tailor to check which way up the figures sit before cutting, since there is only one painted piece.

Is khadi comfortable in summer?

Yes. Khadi is handspun and handwoven cotton, known for its breathability, and this one is soft and light, which makes it an easy pick for summer days, travel and everyday wear. The earthy texture of the handspun yarn is part of its charm.

How should I clean it?

Wash it gently by hand with a mild detergent, keeping the saree and the blouse in separate washes, then dry both in the shade. Iron the painted blouse on the reverse rather than directly over the paint.