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Handmade floral block print cotton cushion cover natural vegetable dyes 40x40cm.

(Code: ASH2361)

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Handmade floral block print cotton cushion cover natural vegetable dyes 40x40cm.

Please order in multiples of 2

This handmade cushion cover is crafted from block-printed kalamkari fabric, which is coloured by all-natural vegetable dyes.

Natural dyeing is a sustainable method of creating textiles. As plants and vegetables are used instead of synthetic dyes, which can contain harmful chemicals, this method can prevent toxic chemical by-products ending up in our precious oceans.

Block printing is a traditional way of making textiles by hand, whereby a carved woodblock is dipped in non-toxic ink and used to create one-of-a-kind patterns. This method is slow as multiple layers are built up by highly skilled artisans to create an intricate design. Due to the nature of this process, each design holds beautiful imperfections, making each piece unique.

100% cotton

Made to fit a cushion pad approximate size: 40 x 40cm (inner pad not supplied)

Machine wash cold separately and line dry.

Front and back are the same with a zip opening on the seam.

A total of ten artisans are involved in the making of this fabric, and ASHA Handicrafts has been using this traditional method for 48 years! The children of Asha's artisans receive lifelong educational support from the organisation, and the owner of the printing group, Nagendra Rao, puts an emphasis on supporting Asha's female artisans.

Made in Andhra Pradesh in India.