The Baisa · Sanganer, Jaipur

Hand block print kurtis & clothing: a Jaipur buying guide

A print is only one part of a garment’s story. Understanding the difference between printing, weaving and stitching helps you choose the piece you actually want.

By The Baisa team · Customer guide

What hand block printing means

In hand block printing, a carved block transfers a motif onto cloth. The printer positions successive impressions to build the pattern across the fabric. A design may use several blocks or colours, depending on its construction.

Sanganer in Jaipur is the home of The Baisa’s manufacturing unit and the craft context behind the brand. Our craft page introduces the steps from printing to finishing.

Hand block printed, handwoven and hand-stitched are different claims

Hand block printed describes how a pattern is applied. Handwoven describes how the fabric itself is woven. Hand-stitched describes stitching done by hand. One description does not prove the others.

A cotton garment can use different printing techniques. A garment called Ikat, embroidered or printed also needs its own material and technique details. Do not infer that every product in a brand’s catalogue has the same construction.

Ask about the exact piece

Before buying, confirm fabric composition, printing method, lining, garment measurements and which pieces are included. If a particular handmade process matters to you, ask the seller to confirm it for that style rather than relying on a general brand tagline.

A close-up can help you understand the surface and motif, but a photograph alone is not a certification of craft. Slight differences in impressions can occur with hand printing; they are not enough by themselves to authenticate a product.

Choose the garment as well as the print

Compare the cut with how you intend to wear the outfit. Check sleeve opening, neckline, length and movement room. For a matching set, confirm the top and bottom sizing and whether the price covers both pieces.

If you want to customise a style, share the printing technique as part of the brief along with the desired fabric, colour and silhouette. Our team will check what can be sourced and made before quoting.

Care for the piece according to its own instructions

Follow the care information supplied for the garment and check with the team if the fabric or embellishments need special handling. Do not assume that every printed fabric can use the same temperature, detergent or wash cycle.

The Baisa care guide provides a starting point. Ask about colour care and washing before your first wash if the product information is unclear.

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