Gorgeous handwoven kanjiveram silk saree with kantha stitch embroidery. This is an idea borne by Pia and executed by our weavers in Shantiniketan. Each piece is an heirloom piece that can be passed down from generation to generation, representing the best of Bengal craftsmanship. This saree features peacock motifs, mango(paisley) motifs) and bengali floral motifs(jaba flower).
About the Embroidery -
Kantha is known as the “running stitch of Bengal.“ Its origins trace back centuries to the pre Vedic Tim(1500 BCE). The story of Kantha begins with thrifty women in rural Bengali households, salvaging old sarees and holding them together in layers with a simple running stitch. Primarily used as baby quilts, these panthers became a focal point for the gathering of women in groups to practice their art. They poured their creative energies into it, singing their folk songs and often incorporating folk life motifs into their work. From the fairy tale world of baby quilts, Kantha stitch soon started running through sarees, jackets, shawls , scarves and myriad household objects like bedspreads, wall hangings and cushion covers. In a land of dire poverty, this beautiful art brought cheer and elegance to the mundane. Selling their pieces, the women made some meagre earnings that enabled them to feed families of 4 or 6 or 8 after they managed to pay off the money lenders, who gave them fabric and threads. The not so enterprising worked as job shoppers and their production was picked up by middlemen, who sold their work at nearby metropolis' like Calcutta.
Pia grew up in Bengal and Pia Ka Ghar was started in order to tell the story of these female artisans and give them the opportunity for a better livelihood. It is our privilege to shine the spotlight on these remarkably talented artisans. Kantha has come a long way from the days of good old fashioned recycling to one of the most sophisticated forms of embroidery in the world, while maintaining traditional and indigenous integrity. Help us support these women in their endeavor to join the ranks of empowered women today. In doing so, you are empowering yourself to make a conscious change for better in the world.
USPS Priority Mail 2-3 Day Shipping is $15. If the saree can't fit into a priority mail medium flat rate, then additional charges will apply as shipping charges will be based on the weight of the package.
International Shipping starting at $55. Typically delivery will take 6-10 business days. There are faster options we can use. Please contact us at pia@piakaghar.com if you need expedited delivery. Additional charges will apply.
Note:*
1. Pia Ka Ghar is not responsible for customs, duties or tax fees incurred on delivery.
2. Due to the handwoven nature of our products, there may be marks, etc.. on the products. These are not defects. This is normal in hand made products and the identifying characteristic of something made by hand.
3. Goods once sold will not be taken back.
4. Delivery timelines are approximations and timely delivery is depending on the courier service.
5. If you have an urgent deadline, you need to let us know via at least two methods of communication: 1. email 2. text 3. notes in web order.
6. our bespoke policies and things you should know before ordering bespoken
7. We do not cover alterations.
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During this difficult time where the pandemic is changing life as we know it, Pia Ka Ghar is continuing to deliver orders to our clients. We appreciate your support. Please contact us if you have any questions re. delivery.
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