Dori Embroidered Cushion Cover

Get a taste of Indian royalty with this bohemian-style handmade cover that combines millennia of artistic tradition with modern decor.

Commonly worn by the Mughal and royal emperors, dori embroidery was traditionally used as a status symbol. While machined dori work now appears heavily in India’s fashion industry, it pales in comparison to the majesty of a handmade finish.

The neutral tones of this cover are suited all year round and make the perfect gift for warming hearts at a friend’s housewarming or sprucing up your own home during special occasions.

Designed and hand embroidered by artisan Surajpal from Uttar Pradesh in India, this cushion is inspired by various types of embroidery but predominantly draws from dori work. The process requires a skilful hand, rhythm and coordination to create its distinctive results.

For Surajpal, transforming ideas from concepts to reality is the most rewarding part of his work.

“I designed this piece from scratch, it merges patchwork, dori work and chikankari work all in one piece” - Surajpal, designer.

India’s duet with the cotton industry dates back over 4,500 years ago. Overtime Indian artisans and traders have refined their skills and have since been one of the biggest producers of cotton - so much so that in ancient Greece and Babylon, ’India’ was used as an abbreviation for ‘cotton’.

This style is handcrafted using pure cotton fabric and strong cords of thread to create this distinctive geometrical pattern.

• This cover fits a 24 x 12 inch insert. For a plump, full look we recommend going up to a 26 x 12 inch pad.
• Hand wash in cool water only.
• Do not machine wash - this will damage the embroidery.
• Reshape and lay flat to dry naturally.
• Do not tumble dry or wring.
• Iron on a low heat, inside out, once dry.
• Zip up before washing to protect the fabric.

Shipping: Free standard UK delivery on orders over £75, sent on a 48hr tracked service. Orders under £75 ship 48hr tracked from £3.99.

Need it faster? 24hr tracked from £6.99. Order before 3pm for same day dispatch

US shipping is £25. Full details on our Delivery & Returns page.

Returns: We craft every piece to last - and we want you to love yours.

If your order arrives damaged or faulty, we'll replace it on us. Prefer to return or exchange it? You've got 30 days to decide.

We reply within 24 hours. Email us anytime at hello@aloraa.co.uk - we're here to help keep beautiful things out of landfill and in your home where they belong.