The craft
Godhadi
Maharashtra’s own quilt. Made from a mother’s old saris, so it already smells like home.
- WhereMaharashtra and North Karnataka
- StitchRunning stitch
- Made fromOld cotton saris
Where it comes from
In homes across Maharashtra, godhadi is made from saris that have been worn soft. Grandmothers often stitch one for a new baby, using their own and their daughter’s saris. In North Karnataka the same tradition is called kaudi.
How it’s made
Several saris are layered, edges folded in, and the whole quilt is stitched together with long running stitches, sometimes with a patchwork top. It is light, breathable and right for Indian weather.
Care
Gentle wash in cold water. Dry in shade. Like kantha, it gets softer every time.
The hands behind it
Shantabai Pawar
Shantabai's work is inspired by the comfort of traditional Indian homes. She carefully layers and stitches fabric to create quilts that carry the warmth and familiarity of handmade textiles.
Lata Jadhav
Lata loves giving fabric a new purpose. Through patient stitching and thoughtful layering, she creates Godhadis that bring together practicality, comfort and traditional craftsmanship.
Dattatray Pawar
Dattatray enjoys the process of transforming simple fabric layers into something lasting. He believes a good Godhadi is not just about warmth; it is about the care that goes into making it.