Shivalaya Jaipur Blog

  One of the queries that we often get from our consumers at Shivalaya Jaipur is that “How do I take care of my Indian Kantha Quilts ?” We understand the worry. You own beautifully hand-quilted blankets, and the last thing you wish to do is get the threads torn while in the washing machine. These blankets, specifically the Vintage Kantha Quilts that artisan made from second-hand sarees are traditionally made, not for special occasions, but for gifting to your family members as well. With regular family life arrives a fair share of decay. So whether you have a sticky-handed child or a careless mother-in-law, there are high chances that your Kantha cotton will need a thorough wash. So to keep your quilt fresh, here are our Kantha aftercare tips. Do Kantha quilts need dry cleaning? The answer is no, don’t even think about it. If you have a 100% cotton Kantha quilt, you do not need to have it skillfully dry cleaned. While it is a choice that our many clients make for the ultimat...

  Is your wardrobe ready to tolerate the summer's temperatures? If the answer is still negative then what are you waiting for?   We come here with our stunning collection of Block printed attires.   So, celebrate this summer with a range of block printed attires . From nightwear to Kurtis with all are new and stylish products. Therefore, get ready to update your wardrobe with fashionable, comfortable and affordable clothes.  Don’t let the temperature win over you. Rather you defeat the heat with your elegant and sober style. Hence, make this summer comfortable. What types of clothes do people like to wear in summer? To beat the heat of long sunny days, warm up yourself with styles that comfort you. Here are some tips to choose clothing for summer and give a makeover to your wardrobe. ·          Choose lightweight fabric ·          Try eye-soothing colour ·   ...

  India is known for its hot and humid summers. Almost 9 out of 12 months have a hot weather in most part of India. Naturally, cotton is often touted as a popular fabric amongst all to wear in India. Cotton is a natural fabric and a breathable fabric. As a result, it is extremely comfortable to wear. Also, it is cheap on the pocket and easy to maintain.   There are a few things that have become a staple amongst Indians when it comes to comfortable clothing. One such absolutely versatile and kind off Indo western clothing is the “Kurti”. Most Indians swear by it and are seen often wearing same in various occasions.   So, here are ways that you can complete your look with elegant and comfortable block printed cotton kurtis :   It is extremely versatile: The best part of wearing a Kurti is that it is an extremely versatile piece of clothing. You can almost team up a kurta with 1001 things. Right from denim pants, to a block printed skirt, to shararas, to ci...