Tilonia - Artisans of India

Women of Barmer

The Social Work Research Centre of Dhanau, a small village in the Barmer district of western Rajasthan, works with 300 women artisans who earn income from their needlework.


Barmer Applique

Barmer applique was traditionally sewn on bedspreads of black or brown bases. Motifs were almost entirely inspired by nature: trees, leaves, flowers and animals. Women in six villages in Rajasthan produce these appliques. An elaborate bedspread may take nearly a month to complete.

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Bedding

Whether you are looking for a cozy quilt, a bedroll for summer sleep-overs, a colorful Indian bedding set for the guest room, or a lovely pillow for a snooze on the couch, the Tilonia Home Collection offers a wonderful selection of home furnishings that fit a modern life style.

The Tilonia Home Collection features a variety of handcrafted Indian accent pillows, bedding and table linens suitable for contemporary decorative styles while still reflective of Indian craft traditions. Bring the color and spice of India to your home.

Please note that these items are produced from handprinted cotton so there may be some variation in color and pattern.