How we work with weaving cooperatives

Our process starts with a visit to the workshop, not a catalogue. We review yarn quality, check dye lots, and agree on dimensions before a single loom is set. This page explains the steps, the timelines, and the practical limits of ordering handmade textiles.

How we work with each order

What you can expect when you order from Ketlia

Ask about a piece

Every textile is woven in a specific workshop, and we name that workshop on the product page. You know which cooperative made your manta before you order, not after.

Dimensions and fibre composition are listed for each piece, so you can compare a cotton alfombra against a wool manta without guessing. If a measurement is missing, we flag it as unknown rather than inventing a number.

Washing and care instructions come from the weavers themselves. A hand-spun wool throw needs different handling than an embroidered cojín, and we pass that difference on to you.

Colour and pattern vary slightly between pieces because the dye comes from plant extracts and the weave is done by hand. We photograph each batch and note the variation in the listing.

Sample swatches are available for most fabrics. You can request a small cut of the material before committing to a full order, which helps when you are matching a curtain or upholstery project.

Shipping times depend on the workshop location and the season. We give a realistic window at checkout and confirm the date once the piece leaves the loom, so there are no surprises.

How we work with each weaving cooperative

2021

First visits to Rajasthan workshops

2022

Sample testing for wool and cotton batches

2023

Launch of the autumn textile collection

2024

Expansion to Gujarat embroidery groups

2025

Direct ordering with fabric swatch requests

Each stage is documented so you know the origin of every piece before you order.

How we work

From sample request to finished textile

Request fabric samples

Tell us about your space

Share the room dimensions, the mood you want, and whether you lean toward wool blankets, embroidered cushions, or flat-weave cotton rugs. This helps us narrow the palette before you browse the full catalogue.

Review swatches and specs

We send physical swatches of the shortlisted weaves, along with fibre composition, wash instructions, and the workshop origin for each piece. You compare colour and hand-feel at home, not from a screen.

Confirm the order details

Once you pick the pieces, we confirm dimensions, quantity, and delivery window. Because each item is made by a specific cooperative, we check stock with the workshop before locking your order.

Weaving and quality check

The workshop weaves or finishes your pieces, then runs a quality check on seams, dye fastness, and measurements. This stage takes longer for embroidered cushions and hand-spun wool, so we keep you updated.

Packed and shipped

Your order is folded, wrapped in breathable cotton, and shipped with tracking. We include care notes and a short card naming the cooperative that made each piece.

Care and follow-up

After delivery, we check that everything arrived intact and answer questions about washing or storage. If a piece needs repair later, contact us and we will arrange it with the original workshop.

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