Indigo Over Dye Blankets: Indigo

Description:
Vintage kantha blankets from Eastern India over-dyed in Japan’s southern most island of Amami. Thestriking indigo color of the blanket comes from extensive natural over-dye treatmentperfected over generations. Sourced from India, then brought to Japan, the process of preserving these valuable textiles instills new life into its fibers, creating a beautiful piece for your home and life.

Measurements:
Indigo Over Dye Blanket #1 – 4′-5″ x 6′-10″
Indigo Over Dye Blanket #2 – 4′-10″ x 6′-10″


History:
The history of kantha blankets dates back centuries in India, where Indian women would stitch together old saris and fabric to create large blankets and cushions. Kantha is the Sanskrit word for ‘rags’, as old cloth was believed to provide protection from harm. These kanthas blankets produced by Light Years are made from 2 to 5 layers of saris stacked on top of each other, all hand- stitched to create a soft and slight cushion. The original craft of making and constructing kantha blanketsstarted in West Bengal, Eastern India.

Materials:
Layers of vintage cotton saris from India over-dyed inindigo.

Variation:
Each over-dyed blanket is one of a kind. There may be unevenness in the natural dye, and the back and front of the blankets show different patterns. Variations show the character of the blanket and are a sign of beauty.

Care Instructions:
There may be some color transfer when placed on light color surfaces. Wash cold or warm water with no soap or detergent. You can either hand-wash or use the gentle cycle on your machine. Do no use a machine dryer. Hang dry only. The color will fade little by little over time because of the natural dye used. These care instructions are similar to that of caring for vintage denim

Final Sale because it is vintage