Kantha by Farah Khan

Kantha by Farah Khan Exclusive Kantha handmade Sarees, Dupattas & Stoles
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In this world of countless machine made ‘perfect’ generic goods, Farah’s products embrace the imperfection and authenticity of individual handcrafted pieces. Her products are hand embroidered or hand woven and exhibit a kind of timeless creativity unique to the Bengali culture. Each piece is handcrafted by artisans in rural India at their homes with love and care. This makes them unique and exclus

ive to the extent of being limited edition. Each product is standalone piece of art, one that will never be replicated, worth being passed down as heirloom. Her labels Farah Khan Kantha and Farah Shawls encourage the growth and much needed revival of fine craftsmanship in hand embroidery. Farah’s artistic expression has transformed the traditional Kantha into a unique art form with a contemporary flavour. In the process, it’s transformed the lives of hundreds of women.

Today, on National Handloom Day, I feel deeply grateful to celebrate a journey that began with a single dream—to honour ...
07/08/2026

Today, on National Handloom Day, I feel deeply grateful to celebrate a journey that began with a single dream—to honour the extraordinary women artisans of Bengal and keep the beautiful tradition of Kantha alive.

This Handloom Day is especially meaningful for us as we celebrate the reopening of our Fort William Kantha Boutique after its renovation. We are also opening
the doors to our renewed online store- www.kanthastore.com, making it easier for Kantha lovers across India and around the world to experience our collections.

As always, our focus remains the same—to create beautiful contemporary Kantha while bringing the skills of weavers, block printers, batik artists, Shibori artisans and Kantha embroiderers, to the whole world.

Happy National Handloom Day to every artisan whose hands keep India's textile heritage alive!

I am delighted to be back in Chennai for the Crafts Council exhibition. Over the last few months, my artisans and I have...
06/08/2026

I am delighted to be back in Chennai for the Crafts Council exhibition. Over the last few months, my artisans and I have been working on a very special collection. This year, we have explored beautiful new combinations of Bengal's traditional art forms—fine Kantha embroidery with hand block printing, Shibori, Batik and subtle sequin work. Every saree represents the work of many skilled hands coming together.

If you are in Chennai, I would love to meet you over the next two days. Along with many wonderful craft makers from across India, we look forward to celebrating the beauty of handmade textiles with you.

📍 Crafts Council Exhibition, 
MRC Centre, Chennai 
🗓️ 7th & 8th August

From Dream to Destination ❤️Four years ago, this was just a dream under construction.As we mark The Kantha Store's 4th a...
01/08/2026

From Dream to Destination ❤️

Four years ago, this was just a dream under construction.
As we mark The Kantha Store's 4th anniversary, I've been going through old photographs from those early days — and I'm overwhelmed with gratitude. While the store was taking shape brick by brick, my family and closest friends were right there with me — carrying boxes, giving opinions on paint colours, and believing in something a lot of people quietly thought was too ambitious.
The idea was simple: build India's one true home for authentic Kantha, where every piece carries the story and skill of Bengal's artisans, not just the stitchwork.

Four years on, it's grown into something bigger than I let myself imagine back then. Hundreds of artisan families now depend on this work. A craft that was quietly fading has found new life.

 Visitors walk in our store from across the country and around the world, specifically looking for us.
 It's our amazing women artisans behind every piece — who sit for months over a single saree, stitch by stitch, with patience .Every piece that leaves our store carries their hands, their time, and a little bit of their heart in it.
To our artisans, our families, our friends, and every single customer who has walked through our doors or ordered from afar — thank you.

 This anniversary isn't just mine. It's ours.
Here's to preserving what deserves to be preserved, and to many more years of stories stitched together.🤎💙🩷🧡

With gratitude,
Farah Khan
Founder, 
The Kantha Store

 

31/07/2026

There is no bigger compliment than seeing customers return to us year after year.💚❤️

This lovely mother and daughter duo visited The Kantha Store to take home two beautiful lotus Kantha dupattas. The daughter, who lives in Singapore, shared something that touched my heart: "Whenever I come to Kolkata to visit my mother, I make sure I visit The Kantha Store."

She also spoke about how a single running stitch can create such extraordinary beauty. Moments like these remind me why this journey is so special.

To everyone who travels from different parts of India and the world to celebrate our artisans and their craft—thank you for your love and trust. It inspires us to keep creating timeless Kantha, one stitch at a time.

31/07/2026

There is no bigger compliment than seeing customers return to us year after year.

This lovely mother and daughter duo visited The Kantha Store to take home two beautiful lotus Kantha dupattas. The daughter, who lives in Singapore, shared something that touched my heart: "Whenever I come to Kolkata to visit my mother, I make sure I visit The Kantha Store."

She says how a single running stitch can create such extraordinary beauty. Moments like these remind me why this journey is so special.

To everyone who travels from different parts of India and the world to celebrate our artisans and their craft—thank you for your love and trust. It inspires us to keep creating timeless Kantha, one stitch at a time.

A handmade Mulberry silk canvas, brought to life with thousands of delicate Kantha stitches. The graceful blend of flora...
27/07/2026

A handmade Mulberry silk canvas, brought to life with thousands of delicate Kantha stitches. The graceful blend of floral motifs and geometric patterns celebrates the perfect balance of artistry and precision.
There is something timeless about the richness of red silk. It speaks of love, celebration, strength, and heritage. Accented with soft white and yellow embroidery, this heirloom saree glows with quiet elegance—created to be treasured today and passed on for generations. A beautiful choice for a wedding trousseau or any occasion where memories are woven into every thread.

Every stitch tells a story. Every drape becomes a legacy.🌷🌸🌻

20/07/2026

Precision beyond imagination: I was explaining to my friend and I thought of sharing this beautiful video with all of you🌻🌹
Every geometric stitch must fall exactly where it belongs. A single moment of distraction can disturb the entire pattern. This is the extraordinary concentration, patience and mastery that make authentic Kantha embroidery so special.
Every masterpiece begins with the quiet dedication of an artisan's hands.
Farah Khan
Founder,
The Kantha Store

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On 14th April 2008, on the auspicious occasion of Poila Boishakh, a small dream found its first home inside Fort William...
17/07/2026

On 14th April 2008, on the auspicious occasion of Poila Boishakh, a small dream found its first home inside Fort William.
The opening of our Fort William boutique under an AWWA initiative was made possible through the encouragement and support of so many wonderful people. I remain deeply grateful to Mrs. Bharti Singh, the then Regional AWWA ( Army Wives Welfare Association) President, whose faith in this journey meant so much. Gen. V.K. Singh was the Army Commander at the time, and the occasion was also lovingly supported by Mrs. Sudha Verma, wife of Late Gen. Verma, the then GOC Bengal Area.
What began as a modest boutique was celebrated with warmth by Army, Navy and Air Force families who came together to support an Army wife's dream and a beautiful craft from Bengal.
Standing beside me that day were not just customers and well-wishers, but also the artisans who gave life to this journey — Vidhan Mondal and his wife, Partho Nandi and their families, along with many others who supported the occasion with love, pride and enthusiasm.
Looking back at these photographs today, I cannot help but smile and wonder — who knew that this small beginning inside Fort William would one day help carry the story of Kantha to so many corners of India and the world.
Some journeys begin quietly, but they carry within them the promise of something far greater. ❤️

Some sarees are worn. Some are remembered.Presenting our latest collection of exquisite handwoven Tussar Kantha sarees, ...
16/07/2026

Some sarees are worn. Some are remembered.

Presenting our latest collection of exquisite handwoven Tussar Kantha sarees, where every stitch is a testament to the skill and patience of our artisans. Each piece is a work of wearable art, blending timeless craftsmanship with effortless elegance.

Whether it’s a glamorous evening, a wedding celebration, or a special occasion, these sarees are designed to make you stand out with grace and sophistication.

Own a piece of art. Wear a story.

06/07/2026

There is no better compliment than a customer who returns with trust, year after year. ❤️
Thank you for making The Kantha Store a part of your Kolkata visits and for sharing Bengal's beautiful Kantha with your loved ones around the world.





Address

The Kantha Store, 7 Loudon Street, Below Fab India Experience Centre
Kolkata
700017

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 7pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 7pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 7pm
Friday 9:30am - 7pm
Saturday 9:30am - 7pm
Sunday 9:30am - 2pm

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