Kantha is a traditional hand-stitched fabric, typically from Bangladesh and West Bengal, India, made by layering time soften sari’s or dhotis and sewing them together with a by a continuous "running stitch" embroidery, often in white thread, covering the entire surface. The majority of kantha was used as light coverlets during the mild Bengali winters and breezy monsoon nights

Kantha meaning “patched cloth,” provides a glimpse into the thrift and artistry of Bengali women. While the word kantha has no certain etymological root, it is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word kontha, meaning rags.

One of the oldest forms of embroidery, its origins can be traced back to the pre-Vedic age (prior to 1500 BCE), though the earliest written record is found dating 500 years ago.

Spanning generations and multiple variations, the art of stitching together remnants of worn saris is a work of love. At Siren in the Sage, we take this culturally rich upcycled cloth and create one of a kind wearable art pieces, each unique quilt reflecting the individual maker's passed down to  those that will wear it!.