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What is a kantha quilt?

A quilt is a multilayered textile with two or more layers of fabric, and usually a filler in the middle. The layers are stitched together to make a blanket or decorative textile piece.Kantha quilts, specifically, have no inner batting or filler, only layers of cloth — dignify kantha are made from 6 layers of thin, muslin sari cloth.Kantha quilts are also uniquely defined by the particular kantha stitch.

What are kantha quilts made of?

Traditionally, kantha quilts were made with cloth from old saris (women’s garments) and dhotis (men’s garments) and embroidered with thread pulled from the sari’s borders. Desired thickness determined the number of layers, and the materials were any scraps & rags available.Today, these quilts are made using new thread, but still with repurposed cloth.

Who makes our kantha?

All our products are made by vulnerable & at-risk women in Bangladesh, including survivors of trafficking & exploitation.Our production partner, Basha, is a generous, safe, kind- & whole-hearted business that employs these women in dignified, sustainable work.Read more about who makes dignify’s kantha quilts >

How do people use these kantha quilts?

In your home, a kantha blanket can be used as a one-of-a-kind accessory for a pop of color or rich texture to add to your design. There are bigger investment anchors in a room that you want to choose conservatively for versatility & to last in style (furniture, rugs). But, a smaller, accent piece like a kantha throw can be more bold & risky — it can really add the wow to your space!