kantha - bedcover and cushions

The stunning kantha bedcover in this picture has a bold central design of a large flower with tendrils of leaves around it. A variety of stitches are used to convey the many textures and patterns found in nature.

The border uses a stitch called 'paar kantha' to form a geometric continuous pattern with paisleys to soften the severity.This kantha perfectly displays the rich imagination and creativity of the women who made it.

You can read about the various stitches used in kantha by clicking here.
You can read about the Kantha craftswomen by clicking here.