Leaf Design Small Square Crewel Kashmiri Namda

This exquisite Small Square Kashmiri Namda represents the timeless artistry of Kashmir's renowned felt-making tradition, where skilled artisans have perfected their craft over centuries. Hand-felted from the finest local wool, this piece showcases the region's distinctive white woollen base that serves as a pristine canvas for intricate decorative work.

The namda features masterful Crewel embroidery executed entirely by hand using the traditional Aari technique, a hallmark of Kashmiri needlework that requires exceptional skill and patience. The embroidery work employs multiple shades of green and brown woollen yarns, creating a rich, earthy palette that reflects Kashmir's natural landscape of verdant valleys and fertile soil.

At the heart of this namda lies an eight-pointed star motif, a significant geometric form in Kashmiri design tradition that symbolizes cosmic harmony and celestial guidance. Within this stellar framework, delicate floral embroidery creates an intimate garden scene, showcasing the region's deep connection to nature and botanical beauty.

The composition extends outward in perfect symmetry, with four carefully arranged groups of three floral buds positioned to honour the cardinal directions—a design principle rooted in traditional Kashmiri aesthetics. Between these clustered buds, larger blooming floral motifs create visual anchors, their fuller forms suggesting the abundance and fertility for which Kashmir's gardens are celebrated worldwide.

This namda embodies the essence of Kashmiri craftsmanship, where each stitch tells a story of cultural heritage passed down through generations. The piece represents not merely functional floor covering, but a work of art that brings the warmth, beauty, and spiritual significance of Kashmir's artistic legacy into any space it graces.