🧵Textile Know-how (Know about our Textiles)

💡 Rangkat Fabric Know-How: Our Materials, Explained

🧵 We value the money you spend and understand you may have questions about the fabrics you choose. That’s why we created Textile Know-How — a simple, insightful space to help you understand the unique stories behind each textile we use at Rangkat. From upcycled heritage weaves like Khesh Kantha Cotton to delicate Weightless Kota and intricate Chikankari Georgette, every fabric has something special to offer.

Whether you're drawn to a craft because of its texture, sustainability, drape, or heritage — this segment helps you choose with confidence and appreciation.

❤️ Top-Sellers at Rangkat

The following fabrics are loved by our customers for their comfort, versatility, and beauty — across all seasons and skin types:

  • ✅ Khesh Cotton (Best Seller)
    ♻️ Sustainably woven from recycled cotton sarees
    ✨ Each piece is unique
    🧵 Soft yet structured, breathable
    🤍 Ideal for everyday blouses and kurtas

  • ✅ Kalamkari Hand-Printed Mul Cotton (Best Seller)
    🖌️ 100% hand-block printed with natural dyes
    🌿 On ultra-soft mul cotton for comfort
    💧 Skin-friendly & breathable
    ✋ Completely handmade – minor irregularities are signs of authenticity

  • ✅ Chikankari Cotton Kurtas & Georgette Sarees (Best Sellers)
    🪡 Hand-embroidered Chikankari art on cotton and georgette
    🫧 Light, breathable & elegant
    🌞 Perfect for summer and festive wear

  • ✅ Kantha Stitch Blouse Fabrics (Best Seller)
    ✨ 1-meter pre-cut artisanal blouse fabrics
    🧶 All-over Kantha stitch embroidery on cotton
    💡 Comfortable, skin-safe, and easy to tailor
    🔖 Disclaimer: These are pre-cut 1-meter fabrics. However, due to artisanal handwork, washing, or polishing, the received length may be 2–3 cm shorter than mentioned. Kindly account for minor variation.

🟡 Blended Bangalore Silks ≠ Art Silk

Our 3-ply blended silks are not synthetic. They are crafted with a mix of real silk and natural fibers, giving them:
✨ A luxurious sheen
🪶 Soft, fluid fall
🧵 Superior strength and durability
💃 Perfect for sarees and embroidery-rich outfits that balance elegance and wearability.

🟣 Mashru Benarasi Silk

A semi-handloom weave blending 70% silk and 30% fiber.
🌟 Features classic Benarasi motifs with a rich satin finish
💨 More breathable and affordable than pure Benarasi silk
👗 Ideal for festive wear with a graceful drape and traditional charm

🟢 Cotton-Silk Blends (80:20)

Used in many Rangkat sarees and apparels:
🧶 80% cotton + 20% silk
🫧 Soft, breathable, and lightweight
🌸 Offers the comfort of cotton with a subtle silk sheen
💼 Great for daily wear, office looks, and semi-formal outings

🔵 Kota Doria vs Pure Kota Cotton

If the title says Kota Doria (with Embroidery) – (Best Seller):
🧵 Blend of 80% cotton + 20% viscose
🌟 Glossy | 🪶 Lightweight | 🧺 Easy-care
☀️ Perfect for casual and everyday sarees

If the title says Pure Kota Cotton:
🌿 Made of 100% cotton
🧱 Crisp, textured, matte finish
📌 Requires regular starching to retain structure

✨ Tip: Pure Kota feels drier and crisper, while Kota Doria is smoother with a slight shine.

✨ Embroidery Details – What to Expect

Rangkat proudly showcases traditional embroidery including:
🪡 Kantha Stitch | 🖌️ Kalamkari Handprint | 🧵 Kutchi Work | 🧷 Chikankari | ✨ Thread & Mirror Work
These are all artisanal pieces, and slight imperfections are signs of handcrafted work — not defects.

⚠️ Handcrafted Variations to Expect

Each handcrafted piece may carry:
🔹 Uneven thread pulls or overlaps
🔹 Slight smudges from carbon/starch
🔹 Faint print gaps or asymmetry
🔹 Minor yarn knots or slubs
💡 These are natural and reflect true artisan touch.

🧼 Care Instructions

🧺 Prefer dry cleaning for silks and embroidered items
💧 For cottons and blends: hand wash separately in cold water
🌞 Avoid direct sunlight for drying
🧴 Starch pure cottons after wash to retain texture

📐 Before You Cut or Stitch

✂️ Always measure sarees fully before cutting blouse pieces
📏 Allow for shrinkage in pure cottons
🧵 Leave margin for tailoring fitted styles

🤍 Every Fabric is a Statement

Our textiles are chosen, not sourced — designed to help you wear stories with pride.
👉 For returns, please visit our Return & Refund Policy

With warmth and craftsmanship,
Team Rangkat