Shankhamala: 100 count Cotton

Shankhamala: 100 count Cotton

₹ 3,250
₹ 3,250
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Shankhamala: 100 count Cotton
  • Shankhamala: 100 count Cotton
  • Shankhamala: 100 count Cotton
  • Shankhamala: 100 count Cotton
  • Shankhamala: 100 count Cotton
  • Shankhamala: 100 count Cotton
  • Shankhamala: 100 count Cotton
  • Shankhamala: 100 count Cotton
Shankhamala: 100 count Cotton

Shankhamala: 100 count Cotton

By Phulia's Padma Shri Cluster

 1 left
₹ 3,250
₹ 3,250
Saree Story

Shankha and pola on a new bride's wrists, white and red side by side, is where my story begins. My weaver kept my body the soft ivory of a conch shell. Along my edge runs a bold red border, flanked by bands where little fish swim between star flowers, a blessing for abundance. Fine temple peaks frame them all, featherlight and gentle against the skin. I am every Pujo morning folded into one saree.
Handloom Perfection

Handloom sarees are made by human hands, not machines. Which means every piece carries the natural variations of the loom and the weaver, proof that someone, somewhere, made this just for you.
Description

A Phulia handloom cotton saree in soft ivory, light and breathable for festive and everyday drape. A classic red border runs between twin resham bands of red fish and star-flower motifs on white. Fine temple triangles edge the border where it meets the body. A timeless Bengali red and white pairing, made for Pujo and beyond. Gentle hand wash in cold water or dry clean.
Weaver

Some of the designs woven in Phulia today were woven before partition, in a village that no longer exists on any map. They crossed the border not in a suitcase but in the memory of the weavers who carried them. That is what you wear when you wear a Phulia saree. Not just cloth. A memory that survived.

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Days to make the saree

Every 100-count Phulia cotton saree takes around 8–12 days to complete. Fine cotton yarns demand patience at every stage—from preparing the warp to weaving each delicate pick by hand. What appears effortless when draped is the result of more than a week's work by artisans whose families have perfected this craft over generations.
Shipping Info

Ready to be shipped. We will share the logistic details once your order is confirmed and the saree is dispatched
Fabric

Crafted from fine 100-count cotton yarn, prized for its exceptional softness, airy drape and feather-light feel. The finer the count, the finer the yarn—creating a fabric that is breathable without feeling coarse, with a graceful fall that only improves with every wash.
Technique

A 100-count Phulia cotton begins long before the first thread meets the loom. Fine cotton yarn is washed, starched and carefully stretched into a warp that leaves little room for error. Every pass of the shuttle demands unwavering rhythm and remarkable precision. The resham or zari border is not added later; it is woven into the saree itself, motif by motif, as the jacquard works in quiet harmony with the weaver's hands.
What feels effortless when draped is, in truth, the result of thousands of deliberate movements. Every inch carries the patience of the artisan, preserving a weaving tradition that has travelled across generations.
Saree with Blouse Piece

Saree comes with a running blouse piece
Care Instructions

First Wash: Dry clean for the first wash to preserve the finish and the zari or resham border. Thereafter: Hand wash separately in cold water using a mild liquid detergent. Avoid soaking for long periods. Do Not: Use bleach, harsh detergents, or wring the saree aggressively, as fine-count cotton fibres deserve gentle handling. Drying: Dry in the shade, away from direct sunlight, to retain the richness of the colours. Ironing: Iron on a medium cotton setting while the saree is slightly damp, or use steam for the best finish. Storage: Fold neatly and store in a cool, dry place. If the saree has a zari border, wrap it in a soft muslin cloth and avoid storing it in plastic. Refold it occasionally to prevent permanent creases.
Refund and Return Policy

WearKatha is a young organisation, and we currently do not offer returns or refunds. Every saree here has been chosen with extreme care from sources we deeply trust, and each piece is one of a kind. We invite you to take your time as you browse, look closely at the details, and reach out to us whenever you'd like to know more before you purchase. We curate every saree with love, and we hope it brings you as much joy as it brought us to find it.

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