{"title":"Uma - Kashida Work from Kashmir","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEmbroidery with softness, refinement, and mountain memory.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread with softness. Cloth with quiet grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUma gathers Kashida work from Kashmir, chosen for the way embroidery brings softness, detail, and refinement into the home and wardrobe. These pieces carry thread as a quiet surface language — floral, delicate, and shaped by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are not chosen for ornament alone. They are chosen for the way embroidered cloth can soften a room, warm the body, and bring heritage into daily sight through touch, surface, and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTradition:\u003c\/b\u003e Textile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat it carries:\u003c\/b\u003e Embroidery, thread, softness, floral surface, refinement, and memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor the home and body:\u003c\/b\u003e Sofa, chair, bed, reading corner, winter layering, travel, or slow gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---Below the Grid----\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow Uma Lives\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUma lives through the gentleness of embroidered surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, Kashida appears as cloth made patient through thread. Some pieces may live close to the body as shawls, stoles, or wraps. Others may settle into the home through cushions or softer textile placements. Across each, the feeling remains the same: embroidery that does not shout, but stays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beauty of Uma is in its quietness. It brings detail into the home or wardrobe without becoming heavy, excessive, or loud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBegin with Uma\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin with Uma when you want heritage to enter through softness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the body, choose Kashida when you want cloth that can be worn, wrapped, carried, and returned to across seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the home, choose Kashida when a room needs embroidered detail, warmth, and a textile presence that feels calm rather than decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor gifting, choose Uma when you want a piece that feels personal, refined, and worthy of keeping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor a Collected Heritage Home\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUma belongs in a collected heritage home because it allows embroidery to live close to daily life. Through thread, cloth, and repeated use, Kashida brings the memory of handwork into the rooms and rhythms where softness matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContinue Seeing:\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.houseofsaajboston.com\/pages\/begin-here\"\u003eBegin Here\u003c\/a\u003e   \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.houseofsaajboston.com\/pages\/choose-slowly\"\u003eChoose Slowly\u003c\/a\u003e   \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.houseofsaajboston.com\/collections\/vastra-heritage-stoles-wraps-and-shawls\"\u003e Vastra — Heritage Shawls, Wraps and Stoles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"crewel-work-on-cushion-covers","title":"Kashmiri Crewel Work on Cushion Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBring depth, texture, and heritage detail into the home with this Kashmiri Crewel Work cushion covers. Known for its richly worked embroidery and nature-inspired motifs, crewel work carries a sense of warmth and quiet ornamentation that can transform a sofa, chair, or bed into a more layered and collected setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorked on a cotton base and finished with dimensional embroidery, this cushion cover reflects a textile tradition long admired for its decorative richness. Floral forms, curling vines, and dense threadwork come together to create a surface that feels storied, tactile, and enduring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt House of Saaj, we see this piece not as a passing accent but as part of a home’s visual memory—something chosen slowly and lived with over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCraft Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand embroidered Kashmiri Crewel Work cushion cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted with richly textured threadwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to add depth and softness to interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for sofas, armchairs, benches, and beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA heritage textile accent for a collected heritage home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade variations are part of its individual character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKashmiri Crewel Work is admired for its richly embroidered surfaces and ornamental beauty. This cushion cover brings that sensibility into the home through threadwork that feels warm, layered, and quietly expressive. Whether styled on its own or mixed with other heritage textiles, it adds depth without losing softness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is crafted on a cotton base and embroidered by hand in the crewel tradition. The raised embroidery gives the surface its characteristic texture and visual fullness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry clean recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpot clean gently when needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not machine wash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not soak in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not bleach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry flat in shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron on reverse only, with care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid direct pressure on embroidered surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyling Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStyle these cushion covers with solid linens, handwoven throws, or wood and brass accents to create a space that feels gathered over time rather than decorated all at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShips from the USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStudio Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a handcrafted textile piece. We recommend choosing it for the depth, texture, and presence it brings into a room, not for machine-made uniformity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause handmade work carries natural variation, each piece may show slight differences in motif placement, thread density, or finish. These are not flaws, but part of the beauty of handcrafted textile work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House of Saaj","offers":[{"title":"Rani \/ 16 x 16 inches \/ Cotton","offer_id":54085927076150,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dozi \/ 16 x 16 inches \/ Cotton","offer_id":54085929992502,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Taki \/ 16 x 16 inches \/ Cotton","offer_id":54085930811702,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/2043\/6278\/files\/Crewek_CC.png?v=1780604772"},{"product_id":"black-kashmiri-embroidery-bag-hand-embroidered-statement-shoulder-bag","title":"Kashmiri Embroidery Black Bag | Hand Embroidered Statement Shoulder Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA richly detailed black Kashmiri embroidery bag, made for the kind of wardrobe that values craft without needing excess. The dark base allows the embroidery to stand forward with quiet depth, making this a striking yet wearable piece for dinners, gatherings, festive occasions, and thoughtful everyday styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its generous size and soft textile presence, this bag carries both function and ornament. It is large enough for essentials while still feeling special enough to be used as an occasion bag. The embroidery gives the piece its personality — floral, rhythmic, and full of the visual softness often associated with Kashmiri handwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a factory-perfect accessory. It is a handmade textile piece, chosen for its craft, character, and ability to bring heritage into contemporary use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCraft Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKashmiri embroidery is known for its garden-inspired language — flowers, vines, paisleys, and flowing patterns that often move across the surface with a painterly rhythm. On this bag, the embroidery transforms a functional form into a textile keepsake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach embroidered detail carries the touch of the maker. Slight variations in stitch direction, density, spacing, and finish are part of the handworked nature of the piece and make each bag distinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from water, heavy moisture, and damp storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpot clean gently with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not machine wash or soak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid harsh detergents, bleach, perfume, or direct sprays on the embroidery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore flat or lightly stuffed to help preserve the shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from prolonged direct sunlight to protect the embroidery colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid overloading the bag, as textile and embroidered pieces are best handled with care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyling Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStyle this black Kashmiri embroidery bag with a solid kurta, silk sari, linen dress, neutral separates, or a classic black outfit. The embroidery becomes the focal point without feeling loud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works beautifully for festive dinners, gallery evenings, intimate gatherings, and days when a single handcrafted piece can complete the whole look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShips from the USA.\u003cbr\u003eShips from the House of Saaj studio with protective packaging. Each bag is packed with care so the embroidery, shape, and surface are protected in transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStudio Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a handmade and hand-embroidered piece. Small irregularities in stitch placement, thread tension, finishing, surface texture, lining, or shape may be visible. These are not flaws. They are part of the character of a handcrafted item and are one of the reasons each piece feels alive, individual, and not mass-produced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House of Saaj","offers":[{"title":"Soha \/ 14 x 12 inches \/ Cotton Canvas\/Linen","offer_id":54096505667894,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/2043\/6278\/files\/Kashmiri_black_bag.jpg?v=1781546145"},{"product_id":"beige-kashmiri-embroidery-bag-hand-embroidered-floral-textile-bag","title":"Kashmiri Embroidery Beige Bag | Hand Embroidered Floral Textile Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA soft, elegant beige Kashmiri embroidery bag with handworked floral detail and an easy, graceful presence. The lighter base gives the embroidery a gentle clarity, making this bag especially versatile for daytime gatherings, festive dressing, travel occasions, and refined everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts approx. 14 x 12 inch size gives it enough room for essentials while keeping the focus on its embroidered surface. The bag feels collected rather than trendy — a textile piece that belongs with heirloom saris, handwoven stoles, linen dresses, and quiet contemporary wardrobes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChosen by House of Saaj for its balance of craft and usability, this bag brings Kashmiri embroidery into a form that can be carried, styled, and lived with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCraft Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKashmiri embroidery often draws from the visual world of gardens — blossoms, vines, curved stems, and ornamental movement. On this beige bag, the embroidery sits with softness and contrast, allowing the handwork to be visible without overwhelming the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe charm of this bag lies in the human hand behind it. The stitches may not be mechanically identical, and that is part of the beauty. The embroidery carries rhythm, patience, and small signs of individual making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep dry and protect from rain, spills, and damp surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpot clean only with a soft cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not machine wash, soak, scrub, or dry clean unless advised by a textile specialist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid direct sprays of perfume, sanitizer, or cleaning products on the embroidery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a dust bag or breathable cotton cover when not in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from prolonged sunlight to reduce fading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not overload, as embroidered textile bags should be carried with care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyling Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePair this beige Kashmiri embroidery bag with ivory, cream, rust, indigo, black, deep green, or soft pastels. It works beautifully with both Indian and Western silhouettes — a sari, kurta set, handwoven stole, linen dress, or tailored separates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lighter base makes it especially lovely for daytime occasions, spring and summer gatherings, festive brunches, and gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShips from the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips from the House of Saaj studio with protective packaging. Each piece is carefully wrapped to help preserve the embroidery and surface during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStudio Note\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis bag is handmade and hand-embroidered, so small variations may appear in the stitching, alignment, finish, texture, lining, or shape. 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