The Lepcha, Sikkim's indigenous people, weave the striped 'thara' cloth on a backstrap loom, its fine multicoloured lines drawn from the forests and rivers of their homeland. It clothes the Lepcha at every rite of passage.
- Region of origin:
- Sikkim
- Materials:
- cotton; nettle-fibre
- Techniques:
- loin-loom striped weaving
- HS code (customs):
- 6214
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About Lepcha Weaving
The Lepcha, Sikkim's indigenous people, weave the striped 'thara' cloth on a backstrap loom, its fine multicoloured lines drawn from the forests and rivers of their homeland. It clothes the Lepcha at every rite of passage.
- Region of origin
- Sikkim
- Materials
- cotton; nettle-fibre
- Techniques
- loin-loom striped weaving
- HS code (customs)
- 6214
How it’s made
loin-loom striped weaving
The makers
Crafted by Lepcha community of Sikkim.
Buying Lepcha Weaving — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Lepcha Weaving pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Lepcha Weaving piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- What does an authentic Lepcha Weaving piece cost?
- Handmade Lepcha Weaving typically ranges from ₹1,200 to ₹14,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Lepcha Weaving piece?
- Keep Lepcha Weaving out of prolonged direct sunlight and damp, and dust it gently. Because each piece is handmade from natural materials, slight variations are part of its character.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin