Patchwork Jacket 02

This jacket is crafted by a Dhadki quilt from 1980s. In the Kutchi language the word ‘Dhadki’ means ‘pieced together’. These are cover-ups or quilts handcrafted by women in Kutch by stitching together the pieces of old fabrics acquired over time. Continuous stitches and contrasting colors are the characteristic property of Dhadkis. These are an integral part of the Kutchi way of life. The quilt was hand stitched from small intricate patches of waste fabrics.  Old clothing is often used to make these quilts, to enable them to be softer. In this manner, old cloth is put to use and there is little wastage.  Materials (Outer) 100% cotton Naturally dyed Brass Snap Buttons Materials (Lining) Bemberg Silk Hand Block Printed Naturally dyed Sourced from artisans in Jaipur, India.