Embrace Kantha Stitched Garments to Keep Alive Our Precious Heritage

It's time to doll up with exquisite and traditional Kantha creations from Sainik Handloom.

Kantha is an ancient textile art form cherished for its intricate stitchwork and cultural significance. This centuries-old Bengali stitch art has evolved through generations. At Sainik Handloom, we celebrate this heritage by crafting and exporting authentic Kantha creations. We derive materials directly from villages across the country, especially the eastern region. We are on a mission to promote awareness and appreciation for this traditional craft. Our practices empower 3000 women artisans working hard to keep alive this art form.

Manufacturing and Exporting Kantha Creations to Support Rural Artisans

Kantha, among India's oldest embroideries, traces its origins to rural Bengal. While its name's origin is uncertain, it's believed to stem from 'kontha,' Sanskrit for rags. Traditionally, Kanthas were crafted from worn cotton saris, lungis, and dhotis. The stitching thread was drawn from the fabric itself, showcasing remarkable recycling creativity. Layers of five to seven fabrics were stacked with lighter shades outside for clear stitch visibility.

Today, Kantha adorns a wide variety of items, including stoles, kurtas, sarees, shawls, and purses. International designers have embraced Kantha by incorporating it into their collections.

As a dedicated manufacturer and exporter of Kantha creations, Sainik Handloom is involved with 3000 women artisans. Established in 2005 by Umesh Kumar Singh, we are committed to fair business practices and client satisfaction. We export our garments and accessories to esteemed markets such as the USA, UK, Japan, Netherlands, France, Hungary, and China.

We invite you to explore our collections to support the age-old art form and our rural artisans.