Aari Stitch Embroidered Pillow Cover

Marigolds worked in aari chain stitch across a golden brown base - the flower that turns up in every Indian festival, from Diwali torans to wedding mandaps. At 16 x 16 inches it is the compact square size, easy to slot into an existing set of cushions on a sofa, bed or accent chair.

Key Features

• Hand-worked aari chain stitch embroidery
• Marigold floral design on a golden brown base
• Compact 16 x 16 inch square size
• Soft, durable cotton base fabric
• Suits ethnic, boho and artistic interiors
• Each piece finished by hand, so no two are identical

Product Details

• Fabric: Cotton
• Craft: Hand-worked aari chain stitch embroidery
• Design: Marigold floral on golden brown
• Colour: Multicolour
• Dimensions: 16 x 16 x 2 inches (approx. 41 x 41 cm)
• Handcrafted in: India

How to Style It

• On a sofa alongside plain or textured cushions
• On a bed as an accent against larger pillows
• On an accent chair or reading corner
• As part of festive styling during Diwali and Navratri

Care & Maintenance

• Gentle hand wash in cold water or dry clean
• Wash separately the first time
• Dry in the shade, never in direct sun
• Do not bleach or scrub the embroidered area

Frequently Asked Questions

Which cushion insert should I use with it?

It is made for a 16 x 16 inch cushion. Using a filler one to two inches larger than the cover is the usual trick for a full, rounded look - a same-size insert sits flatter and looks more tailored.

What is aari embroidery?

Aari work is done with a fine hooked needle that pulls thread through the fabric in a continuous chain stitch. It is one of the oldest embroidery techniques used by Indian artisans, and it lets each petal and stem be outlined and filled entirely by hand.

How should I wash it?

Gentle hand wash in cold water with a mild detergent, or dry clean. Do not bleach or scrub the embroidery, wash it separately the first time, and dry it in the shade - direct afternoon sun fades hand-dyed threads faster than anything else.

Will the colours fade over time?

Keep the cushion out of direct sunlight, particularly on a sofa beside a window. The colours hold well indoors, but hand-finished dyes fade faster than machine-printed fabric under strong afternoon sun.

How many cushions should I buy for my sofa?

A three-seater usually looks balanced with three - two matching squares at the ends and a contrasting lumbar in the middle. On a two-seater, two is enough. Mixing sizes reads better than a row of identical cushions.

Handcrafted in India. As every piece is woven or embroidered by hand, slight variations in colour, texture and detailing are natural and make each cover unique.

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