Handmade Ikat Fabric from India

Hand-Selected by Judy Gula in Jaipur, India

This richly toned handwoven ikat fabric was personally hand-selected by Artistic Artifacts owner Judy Gula during her March 2020 tour of Jaipur, India. Ikat is one of the world’s oldest and most revered textile traditions — each length of fabric is dyed using a resist-dyeing technique applied to the threads before weaving, creating the characteristic soft-edged, painterly patterns that make every piece unique.

Indian ikat cotton has a notably softer hand feel than its Indonesian counterpart, making it especially well-suited for garments worn close to the skin.

Fabric Details

• 100% cotton
• 42–44 inches wide
• Sold per ½ yard (approximately 18 in. × 42–44 in.)
• Traditional ikat pattern in warm brown with shots of green, red, gold, and white
• Soft hand feel — ideal for garments
• Handwoven in Jaipur, India

Care Instructions

• Handwash in cool water
• Hang dry
• Iron as needed

Perfect For

The earthy brown base and jewel-toned accents make this fabric a versatile choice for garments — blouses, dresses, kimonos, scarves, and lightweight wraps — as well as quilting, home décor, and mixed-media art projects. Its warm, grounded palette pairs beautifully with neutrals, ochres, and natural fibers.

As a handwoven textile, slight variations in width, color, and pattern are a natural part of its artisan character.