Kantha is a form of embroidery often practised by rural women. The traditional form of Kantha embroidery was done with soft dho ... tis and saris, with a simple running stitch along the edges

Women in Bengal typically use old saris and cloth and layer them with kantha stitching to make a light blanket, throw, or bedspread, especially for children. Kantha is very popular with tourists visiting the Bengal region of the Indian subcontinent