Khaddar Fabric

What is khadi fabric?

Khadi is hand-spun and handwoven fabric using a spinning wheel called a charkha. Khadi fabric is also known as Khaddar. The cloth is usually handwoven using cotton, silk, and wool. It is produced in various states of India, and all of them make a unique type of khadi fabric.

Firstly, the fibre is converted into yarn using charkha. Yarn is then weaved into fibre using looms. There are various other steps, such as dying and strengthening. Traditionally, khadi fabric is manufactured without using any natural resources or energy. But with time, the manufacturer has changed. All the processes can be mechanised.

Khadi fabric is skin-friendly 

It does not irritate the skin or stick to the skin. Therefore, it is suitable for sensitive skin.

It keeps the body cool in summer as it allows air ventilation. It can absorb moisture and sweat, making it the perfect choice for summers.

Khadi fabric keeps the body warm, making it winter-friendly.

Khadi fabric is sustainable.

Khadi items of clothing are durable compared to synthetic fibre. They last longer, which means less waste is generated.

Khadi fabric is sustainable because of its eco-friendly manufacturing and production process. As it is handwoven, it reduces energy and natural resources usage. The machinery used in khadi production is simple, which reduces the setup cost.

Khadi helps build the economy.

Almost every state in India produces khadi fabric with slightly different variations in weaving style. It provides an opportunity for skilled workers and helps build the country’s economy. 

There is a massive demand for khadi clothing, and it supports the farmers who produce cotton and natural fibre. 

India is the largest producer of khadi fabric. And looking at the demand for sustainable khadi fabric will help India rise economically.