Hand block printed cushion cover with black triangle pattern on white cotton

Close-up of the triangle block print showing hand-stamped registration

Back of the cushion cover showing the closure for a square insert

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Triangle Cushion Cover

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Rs. 599

Product Details

This square cushion cover is hand block printed in Rajasthan with a graphic triangle pattern in deep black on natural white cotton. The geometric motif is built up by hand, one block strike at a time, which is why each cover carries small registration shifts that mark it as printed and not photocopied. The cotton ground is hemmed and finished with a back closure that slips over a standard square insert. Pairs as easily with a linen sofa as with a hand-loomed throw.

MaterialCotton

Art TypeBagru

Dimension14x18"

Materials & Care

Hand wash separately in cold water with mild detergent. Do not bleach or soak for long durations. Dry in shade to preserve natural dyes.

Product Disclosure

SKUAC-BGCC-TR-BW-01

Style CodeAC-BGCC-TR-BW

HSN Code63049200

RegionJaipur

StateRajasthan

Curated byAccess

Each piece is handcrafted, so slight variations in colour, texture and dimension are natural and celebrate its handmade origin.

Where the cover works.

A black and white geometric block print sits comfortably in most living rooms because the palette is neutral but the pattern carries the eye. Put it on a linen sofa to break up a flat upholstery colour, or layer it on a bed against a plain quilt. It also works on a wood-frame reading chair where the cushion sits as the only soft element.

What to pair it with.

The cover plays well with other natural-fibre textiles. Pair it with one solid cotton or linen cushion in cream, oat, or charcoal, and one with a smaller-scale print or texture such as a self-stripe or a fine weave. Three covers across a sofa, an odd number, usually reads more relaxed than a strict matching pair. Earthy ceramics, brass, and undyed wood all flatter the monochrome print.

Scale, light, and rotation.

A standard square cover sits on most three-seater sofas without crowding the upholstery, while two on a king bed mark out the headboard line. Indirect daylight or a warm side lamp brings out the texture of the cotton and the slight ink variation in the print. Rotate the cover with seasonal changes, swapping in warmer tones in winter and lighter prints in summer.

Carving the block.

The pattern begins as a hand-carved wooden block, traditionally made from seasoned sheesham or teak. The printer cuts the triangle shape into the block in reverse, since every stroke leaves its mirror on the cloth. For a clean two-colour print like this one, the geometry has to be precise enough that the triangles meet edge to edge without overlap.

Printing the cushion fabric.

The cotton is stretched flat on a long padded printing table. The artisan dips the carved block in black ink and stamps the cloth in a measured grid, lifting and re-charging the block between strikes. Small registration shifts between strikes are characteristic of hand-printing, not flaws, and are how a block print is told apart from a screen or digital print. The fabric is then dried and washed to set the ink before it goes to the cushion stage.

Making it a cushion cover.

The printed cloth is cut to a square, hemmed, and finished with a closure on the back so the cover slips over a standard square insert. The seams are turned in so no raw edges sit against the insert. This whole journey, from carving to finished cover, is done by hand by the artisans behind this piece.

What kind of block print is this triangle cushion cover?

This triangle cushion cover is a hand block printed piece in the Rajasthan block-printing tradition, where the pattern is stamped with carved wooden blocks rather than screen-printed or digitally printed. The two-colour geometric design is built up one block strike at a time. Small registration shifts between strikes are signs of the hand process.

What size insert does this cushion cover fit?

This cushion cover is sized for a standard square insert, with the exact dimensions listed on the product page. Cushion-cover sizing usually runs slightly smaller than the insert so the cushion sits plump and full. Confirm the listed measurement against your insert before buying.

Is the fabric cotton, and is it pre-washed?

The cushion cover is cotton, a breathable natural-fibre base typical of Indian block-printed home textiles. The fabric is washed after printing to set the ink so the colour stabilises before it reaches the buyer. For exact fabric weight and pre-shrink details, check the product specifications.

How do I wash a block print cushion cover?

A block print cushion cover is best washed gently in cold water, either by hand or on a delicate machine cycle, and dried in the shade. Skip strong detergents and bleach, since natural-dye block prints can lose depth under harsh chemicals. Iron the cover from the reverse to protect the print.

Will the colour bleed when I wash it?

A hand block printed cushion cover sometimes releases a small amount of excess colour in the first one or two washes, which is normal for natural and reactive dye systems. Wash it separately the first few times to be safe, in cold water and without bleach. The colour settles and holds well after the first washes.

How is this different from a printed cushion cover from a factory?

A factory printed cushion cover is usually screen or digitally printed in one mechanical pass, so the pattern is perfectly aligned and identical across every piece. A hand block printed cover is stamped one block at a time, which gives small registration shifts, slight ink variation, and tiny irregularities. These are signs of the hand process, not flaws.

How should I style a black and white cushion cover?

A black and white cushion cover works as the patterned anchor in a neutral seating arrangement. Pair it with one or two solid cushions in cream, oat, or charcoal, and one cushion with a smaller-scale print or texture. Group cushions in odd numbers across the sofa for a relaxed, layered look.

Does the cover come with the cushion insert?

This is a cushion cover only, sold without the cushion insert inside. Use any standard square insert that matches the cover's listed size. Confirm whether the insert is included with the seller before checkout.

Where is this block print made?

This block print cushion cover is made in Rajasthan, the heartland of Indian hand block printing. The technique uses hand-carved wooden blocks and natural cotton, and has been practised by printing families in the region for generations. Buying a piece like this supports a craft livelihood rather than a factory line.

Will the print look identical to the photo on every cover?

A hand block printed cushion cover will look very close to the product photo, but each piece carries small variations in registration and ink density. Two covers from the same batch will read as a matched pair without being identical. These differences are the point of buying a hand-printed piece.

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