Posts by Joan Rasch
Embroidered Cotton Nightgowns & Tunics
Sevya’s collection of embroidered cotton nightgowns & tunics showcases the fine hand embroidery done by women artisans in Northern India in contemporary designs. Some of our night dresses and tunics also feature hand block printing and we work with artisans throughout India to showcase their traditional skills in our fair trade clothing line. Our Devaki…
Read MoreKimono Robes
Sevya’s new block printed cotton Kimono Robes are now in stock! These knee-length robes feature traditional Indian block printing and a modern, elegant cut inspired by the Japanese Kimono. These robes are made with soft, lightweight cotton, which makes them perfect for summer. We currently offer two colors and prints in our new Kimono Robes:…
Read MoreHow Sevya’s Block Printed Apparel is Made
Sevya works with artisan groups across India to produce our block printed tunics and caftans. Each piece of fabric is block printed by hand using hand carved wooden blocks that are passed down from generation to generation in artisan families. The designs include geometric shapes as well as plant and animal patterns. The blocks must…
Read MoreCotton Face Masks
As we continue to face the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, many of us are wondering how and when to spend time safely with loved ones. There is no doubt that face masks are the most effective tool we have to stop the spread of the coronavirus before a vaccine is available. There is also…
Read MoreBlock Print Scarves
Sevya offers a beautiful collection of hand block print scarves. Block printing is an ancient textile printing technique which involves stamping patterns onto fabric with hand carved wooden blocks dipped in dyes. Indian block printers have passed down their wooden blocks through generations of artisans, and each family has their own unique set of blocks.…
Read MoreOrganic Cotton Dresses
Our Taraka Organic Cotton Dresses have been such a hit this year, we decided to add another color to our collection! The new mocha color is perfect for any season and shows the muslin cotton weave design beautifully. These fair trade dresses are one-size-fits most, and are designed for a comfortable fit, with pockets and…
Read MoreWholesale Scarves
Sevya works with artisans across India to create a vibrant, unique and sustainable collection of wholesale scarves! Our collection includes handwoven scarves, embroidered wool shawls, cupro scarves, block-printed scarves and many more. Block Printed Scarves Our block printed scarves feature classic Indian motifs on soft cotton fabric. The wooden blocks used to make each scarf…
Read MoreEmbroidered Tunics
Sevya offers a wide variety of embroidered tunics, featuring traditional Indian craftsmanship on our artisan made apparel. We work with different artisan groups across India who specialize in unique textile production techniques, such as block printing, weaving and embroidery. We also work with modern facilities that have digital printing capabilities, and our collection of handmade…
Read More5 Reasons to buy Fair Trade Clothing
Sevya offers a wide variety of wholesale fair trade clothing and accessories, and we are proud to be certified Fair Trade by the Fair Trade Federation. Buying Fair Trade is more important than ever! By purchasing Fair Trade, you can ensure that the items you are buying were made to meet the following standards: Fair…
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