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Ethically Crafted Indian Textile Clothing & Homewares
MOTI curates a collection of unique and timeless clothing and homewares sourced from some of India's finest artisans and designers who use age-old traditions to produce beautiful garments and textiles. Typical fabrics are hand-loomed from cotton, linen, wool, and silk, embellished with block printing and embroidery. The garments are styled to celebrate the provenance and cultural significance of the craftsmanship of families, small businesses, and cooperatives whose essence is to produce textiles that are both ethical and sustainable. The collection includes handcrafted bedding with exquisite textures and prints, stylish scarves, and reversible jackets ideal for transseasonal wear or travel.The homeware range features block-printed quilts, cotton appliqu bedspreads, curtains, and doharssoft cotton voile covers perfect for summer. Nightwear is made from the finest cotton voiles, hand block-printed in Jaipur, while scarves are crafted in Kashmir from fine Australian merino wool. The company collaborates with Self Help Enterprise in Kolkata, which provides work for village women, and sources handmade treasures from villages near the Rann of Kutch in Gujarat, including Ajrakh fabric and Bhandani tie-and-dye scarves.
Services
Reversible Jackets
Block-Printed Quilts
Kashmiri Wool Scarves
Appliqu Bedcovers
Hand-Loomed Textiles
Nightwear Collection
Ethical Homewares
Traditional Embroidery
Travel-Friendly Apparel
Sustainable Fashion
Highlights and features
- We source directly from Indian artisans preserving traditional craftsmanship.
- Our textiles use sustainable materials like hand-loomed cotton and merino wool.
- Products combine cultural heritage with modern, wearable designs.
- We collaborate with ethical cooperatives supporting rural communities.
- Range includes versatile, travel-friendly reversible jackets and lightweight bedding.
Services
Reversible Jackets
Lightweight cotton jackets designed for transseasonal wear, featuring reversible patterns and compact packing convenience. Ideal for layering, these jackets blend traditional Indian block prints with modern silhouettes. Each piece reflects artisan craftsmanship from Gujarat and Kashmir.
Block-Printed Quilts
Handcrafted quilts using cobalt blue and white patterns on pure cotton voile, filled with 100% cotton for breathability. Available in single and king sizes, these quilts showcase heritage printing techniques from Jaipur, perfect for summer comfort.
Kashmiri Wool Scarves
Luxury scarves woven in Kashmir from Australian merino wool, offering warmth and elegance. Available in solid and double-sided designs, each scarf combines traditional weaving methods with contemporary color palettes for versatile styling.
Appliqu Bedcovers
Bedcovers made from soft cotton and organdy with geometric cutout patterns and colored stitching. These pieces feature handcrafted appliqu work from rural Indian artisans, blending functionality with intricate traditional motifs for modern interiors.
Ethical Homewares
Curtains, cushions, and play mats crafted using ethical production methods and natural fibers. Products incorporate hand-block printing and appliqu techniques from Kolkata and Gujarat, supporting fair-trade practices and preserving regional craftsmanship traditions.
Questions
What materials are used in MOTI's clothing?
We use hand-loomed cotton, linen, wool, and silk with block printing and embroidery techniques.
Where are MOTI's products made?
Products are crafted by artisans in India, including Gujarat, Kashmir, and Kolkata regions.
Are MOTI's textiles ethically produced?
Yes, we work with cooperatives and ethical enterprises supporting rural communities and traditional crafts.
What is a dohar?
A dohar is a lightweight cotton voile cover with hand-block printed designs, perfect for summer bedding.
Do you offer international shipping?
Shipping details are available at checkout, with global delivery options for most products.
How should I care for block-printed fabrics?
Gentle cold washing is recommended to preserve the integrity of hand-printed textiles.
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