Mustard Yellow Bhujodi Handwoven Kala Cotton Saree with White Motifs and Mirror Work

This is an authentic Kala Cotton Saree, handwoven by the master weavers of the Vankar community of a village named Bhujodi in the district of Kutch, Gujarat, India.  The saree is distinguished by its warm Mustard/Termeric Yellow base and intricate extra-weft weaving. This technique involves manually inserting contrasting treads during the weaving process to create the raised geometric patterns seen on the borders and pallu (end piece) representing a 500-year-old tradition of hand weaving. 

The fabric is made from Kala Cotton, a resillient, Carbon-neutral, indigenous organic cotton variety native to the arid region of Kutch. It is known for its earthy, slightly coarse texture that softens beautifully with every wash. 

This is a beautiful saree featuring distinct design language leaning toward a sophisticated monochrome aesthetic with white thread motifs and Kutchi mirror work (known locally as Abhla) which is a hallmark of the nomadic embroidery styles of Gujarat. Unlike mass-produced garments where mirrors are glued, these are encased in a hand-stitched frame using a “buttonhole” or “chain stitch” technique. This ensures they are securely attached to the fabric. 

Specifications 

Fabric: 100% Organic Kala Cotton. 

Color: Mustard Yellow (Body) with contrasting accents in White. 

Mirror work: Small, circular mirrors scattered across the body and concentrated on the pallu (the end piece)  

Craft: Traditional Bhujodi Extra-Weft Handloom Weaving. 

Length: ~6.5 meters (including 1 meter of a matching unstitched blouse piece).

Width: ~45 inches. 

Motifs: Geometric tribal symbols like Popati (triangle/mountain), Chomak (stars) and Wun (diamond) finished with hand-knotted wool/cotton tassels. 

Aesthetic Effect: The mirrors act as “light-catchers”, providing a subtle shimmer that contrasts beautifully with the matte, earthy texture of the yellow kala cotton fabric. 

Finish: The drape concludes with hand-knotted white tassels. 

Feel: Breathable, durable and textured; it provides comfort in summers and moderate warmth in winters.