Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Khadi?
A: Khadi is hand-spun, handwoven cloth, spun thread by thread on a charkha and woven on a handloom. Nothing about it is machine-made, which is why no two lengths are ever quite identical.
Q: Why does the fabric feel slightly uneven or textured?
A: That irregularity is the signature of hand-spun yarn, not a flaw. The subtle slub in the weave is how you can tell genuine Khadi from a mill-made imitation.
Q: Is Khadi comfortable in hot weather?
A: Very. The loose hand-woven structure lets air move through the fabric and absorbs moisture well, which makes Khadi one of the most breathable cottons for Indian summers.
Q: How should I care for a Khadi saree?
A: Hand wash gently in cold water with a mild detergent and dry in shade. Khadi grows softer with every wash, so it improves with wear.
Q: Will it shrink or fade?
A: Slight shrinkage in the first wash is normal for hand-woven cotton, and naturally dyed pieces may release a little colour initially. Washing separately the first time takes care of both.
Q: Will the print or colour vary slightly?
A: Yes. Block-printed and hand-painted motifs are placed by hand, so placement and shade vary a little from piece to piece.
Q: Is a blouse piece included?
A: Each saree's product details confirm whether a blouse piece is included.