Hand Block Printed Cotton Sarees

A cotton saree is the most practical saree an Indian woman can own: cool in summer, soft on the skin and easy to wash at home. Our cotton sarees are made from fine mulmul and printed by hand with wooden blocks, so they bring handmade charm to an everyday price.

Many of our cotton sarees carry Bagru and indigo dabu prints, the two classic styles of block printing from around Jaipur.

Why mulmul cotton?

Mulmul is a finely woven cotton that drapes softly and lets the skin breathe. It falls well without much starch, which makes it easy to pleat and carry through a long day at work or a family function.

Prints you will find

Our cotton sarees feature Bagru earth tones, indigo dabu patterns and bright floral prints. Pick small buttis for office wear and bold borders for festive days.

Cotton vs Kota Doria vs linen

How to style a cotton saree

How to care for your saree

• Wash in cold water with a mild detergent, separately for the first two or three washes.
• Do not soak for long or use bleach.
• Dry in the shade; strong sun fades hand printed colours over time.
• Iron on medium heat, from the reverse side for darker prints.

Small variations in colour and alignment are natural in hand block printing. They show the piece was made by hand, and no two are exactly the same.

Why buy from Blockart

• Printed in Jaipur: made with Chhipa artisan families who have block printed for generations.
• Founder-led craft: Blockart was started by Preeti Chhipa, a third-generation block printing artisan.
• Easy to buy: Cash on Delivery across India, and prices shown in your currency abroad.
• See it in person: visit our Jaipur store on New Sanganer Road.

Frequently asked questions